Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation Curatorial Fellowship
Opportunity type: Fellowship
For: Curators
Deadline: 31/12/25
Rewards: €10,000 + travel + exhibition + more
Location Eligibility: Worldwide
About this opportunity
The Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation is seeking a mid-career curator to undertake a two-year Curatorial Fellowship (spring 2026 – spring 2028) focused on developing a thematic exhibition from the Art Collection Deutsche Börse. The fellow will research and co-curate the exhibition, propose new acquisitions, and contribute to expanding the collection’s scope and representation. The fellowship combines research, curatorial development, public engagement, and collaborative exhibition-making with the Foundation’s curatorial team.
Rewards
- €10,000 stipend for the two-year fellowship.
- Full coverage of travel costs for site visits, exhibition installation, and opening.
- Opportunity to co-curate a thematic exhibition at the Foundation’s premises in Eschborn and an additional European institution.
- Engage extensively with the Foundation’s collection and contribute acquisition proposals.
- Professional mentorship, direct access to institutional archives, and experience in collection development.
- Opportunities for public engagement, writing, and dissemination of research.
Eligibility
- Mid-career curator with at least 4 years of professional experience in curating contemporary photography exhibitions.
- Strong conceptual thinking and ability to develop thematic curatorial frameworks.
- Flexibility to work remotely and travel occasionally (2–4 short visits per year).
- Fluent in English.
- Open to applicants regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.
Entry Fee
Free
How to Apply
Apply using the link: Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation Curatorial Fellowship
All questions regarding this award should be sent to foundation@deutsche-boerse.com
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