festival curation transmediale 2028

transmediale e.V. is inviting applications for the Festival Curation for transmediale 2028. The festival curator's central responsibility is the development of the curatorial concept and programme for the next edition of the festival in 2028, with the subsequent possibility of extending the contract for a second edition in 2029. The position invites one or more persons with previous curatorial experience to critically engage with topics at the intersection of art, technology, science, society, and politics, and to contribute to transmediale’s 40 year long history as one of the leading festivals of art and digital culture.

When: last week of January 2028

The programme includes a broad spectrum of formats, aligning with transmediale's expected festival structure: a discourse programme including different formats (lectures, panels, conversations, presentations, and talks), a workshop programme, a video and film programme, a performance programme, and art projects presented during the festival days. The festival programme also includes events and projects stemming from both longstanding and new partnerships, reflecting the evolving structure of transmediale.

Scope of Work

The position involves developing the programme for the 2028 edition of transmediale festival, integrating academic discourse, knowledge exchange, workshops, and artistic projects. In addition to a strong curatorial vision, we are looking forward to working with someone who has social competence, integrity, and exceptional communication abilities. The person or group sought for this role will be working closely with our festival team within the infrastructure provided; they will be responsible for the content of the programme, represent the festival in the public sphere, play an active role in fundraising activities and contribute to transmediale's local and international networks of partners and stakeholders.

The tasks will include: establishing the festival concept, theme, and title, and developing an event and programme structure in dialogue and cooperation with the festival management, executive and advisory board; selecting participants, projects, and artworks; producing related texts and contributing to all tasks related to public relations and fundraising; adhering to budget management policies for transmediale 2028 and contributing to the acquisition of additional financial resources; cooperating and collaborating with the transmediale team, including participating in selected meetings and following relevant team workflows and procedures; submitting reports throughout the process.