Director of Artistic Studies – Casa de Velázquez

Casa de Velázquez is a French academic institution based in Madrid, dedicated to promoting contemporary art, research, and cultural exchange. Established as part of the Académie de France à Madrid, it fosters artistic creation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and international partnerships, supporting both artists and researchers in the cultural sector. The institution is recognized for its residencies, exhibitions, publications, and academic programs bridging Spain, France, and the wider international art community.

The Casa de Velázquez is seeking a Director of Artistic Studies to oversee the institution’s artistic programming, residency coordination, and institutional partnerships. The role involves guiding the Academy’s artistic vision, implementing interdisciplinary initiatives, supporting artists in residence, and ensuring the institution’s impact both locally and internationally. This leadership position emphasizes contemporary art, curatorial practice, and the management of transdisciplinary projects.

• Salary
  :
  Not Specified
  Contract Type
  :
  Permanent (3-year term, renewable once)
  Reporting To
  :
  Direct rice de la Casa de Velázquez
  Fee
  :
  None
  Curator / Programme
  :
  Oversight of artistic programming, residencies, exhibitions, concerts, screenings, and publications
  Programme/Focus
  :
  Leadership, Artistic Direction, Curatorial , Cultural Management, International Relations

• Develop and implement the artistic policy of the Casa de Velázquez.
• Supervise administrative, technical, and financial aspects of programming.
• Recruit and mentor artists in residence and scholarship recipients.
• Define missions of external service providers for exhibitions, concerts, screenings, and professional encounters.
• Advise the Director and contribute to institutional visibility, project management, communication, and publication.
• Collaborate with scientific departments and publication services to develop interdisciplinary and hybrid projects.
• Secure partnerships and funding for transdisciplinary initiatives.
• Organize events with partner institutions while ensuring legal and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor project implementation, budget control, and evaluation of outcomes.
• Prepare reports and assessments of projects.

Visual Arts, Curatorial, Art Management , Interdisciplinary Arts, Leadership, Public Art

• In-depth knowledge of contemporary art networks in Spain and France.
• Experience organizing international artistic events, exhibitions, and publications.
• Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills.
• Fluency in Spanish, good knowledge of English.
• Permanent residency is required in Madrid, with travel to France and Spain.
• Leadership position within a major international art institution.
• Opportunity to shape the artistic direction of the Casa de Velázquez and engage in high-level international partnerships.
• Influence over residencies, exhibitions, and transdisciplinary initiatives leading up to the 2028 centenary.
• Budgetary and administrative oversight with decision-making autonomy.
• Networking and collaboration opportunities with global artists, institutions, and academic communities.

None

• Letter of motivation.
• Curriculum vitae including education, diplomas, publications, projects, and career history.
• Detailed project plan for the Casa de Velázquez covering 2026–2029 (max. 5 pages, excluding annexes).
• For public servants: the last promotion certificate and the administrative status document.
• Applications sent electronically to Christelle Pellier, Responsable des services administratifs.

• Final date to receive applications
  : 10 March 2026
• Expected Start Date
  : 1 September 2026
• Term Duration
  : 3 years, renewable once
• Centenary Project Milestone
  : 2028

Madrid, Spain

• Applications are subject to French public service regulations (Décret n°).
• The Casa de Velázquez ensures strict compliance with gender equality and anti-discrimination laws.
• The position requires frequent collaboration with the artistic council and external partners.
• Applicants must be prepared for high-level institutional representation and project leadership.