Job Description: Curatorial Consultant - Request for Proposals

Company: Chinese Canadian Museum
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia (Mainland/Southwest)
Job Category: Curatorial
Job Type: Contract
Salary: $50,000 - 75,000 - Contract

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Curatorial Consultant - Request for Proposals

OPPORTUNITY

The Chinese Canadian Museum Society of British Columbia (CCM) has a unique opportunity for a qualified professional or team to take on a key creative role in the development of the future Chinese Canadian Museum. The Curatorial Consultant will work with museum staff, board members, and external advisory groups to prepare a curatorial plan and coordinate the development of the Chinese Canadian Museum’s first exhibitions for the grand opening of the museum.

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

The Chinese Canadian Museum Society of British Columbia was founded in March 2020 as an independent, non-profit society to establish and operate a public museum in British Columbia honouring Chinese Canadian history, contributions, and living heritage. The CCM will be a testament to Chinese Canadian experiences, foster respect, inclusion, and collaboration among all communities and across generations. Telling stories through the diverse voices of Chinese Canadians is central to the development of CCM.

The Chinese Canadian Museum is now planning the development of its permanent home in the Wing Sang Building in Vancouver Chinatown. The Wing Sang Building at 51 East Pender Street, the oldest building in Vancouver Chinatown, is a testament to the rich history, cultural heritage, and contributions of Chinese Canadians in BC. The Wing Sang Building was built in 1889, expanded in 1901 and in 1912, by Chinese Canadian pioneer Yip Sang (1845 – 1927), a prominent figure in Vancouver Chinatown with his business and community involvement. In 2004, the Wing Sang Building was purchased and restored by Bob Rennie, who used the heritage building as office space and an art gallery. The Chinese Canadian Museum is privileged to continue the stewardship of this cultural asset.

SCOPE OF WORK

The Chinese Canadian Museum has committed to host a major exhibition by a Guest Curator for the grand opening of the museum. In coordination with the major exhibition, the Curatorial Consultant will utilize the CCM’s thematic plan, business plan, and other planning work to:

Develop a 3-year curatorial plan based on the museum’s thematic plan, including in-house temporary and semi-permanent exhibitions, and travelling exhibitions.
Manage and support the development of the major exhibition with the Guest Curator.
In coordination with the major exhibition, curate and develop the museum’s complementary exhibitions for the grand opening.
Support the capital project manager in the functional programming and long-term exhibition requirements for the renovations of the museum.
Identify and tender key sub-consultants required to implement exhibition development.
Coordinate and lead a province-wide external curatorial advisory group on Chinese Canadian history and knowledge.

TERM OF CONTRACT

The period for this contract will commence as soon as possible with all activities as outlined above completed by Summer 2023.

Proposals between $50,000 - $75,000 will be considered for this opportunity.

ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible for consideration, the proponent must demonstrate that they have completed similar services to those specified in the Scope of Work section of this RFP. The successful candidate will possess a proven record and have demonstrated abilities in curating, planning, implementing, and managing dynamic exhibitions.

Core Competencies:

Substantive experience curating inclusive, engaging, and innovative exhibitions.
Familiarity with the experiences and history of Chinese Canadian immigrants and communities in British Columbia.
Awareness of considerations regarding immigration, representation, equity, accessibility, and related social issues.
Demonstrated experience working with diverse groups.
Strong organizational skills and flexibility.

Preference may be given to proponents with the following areas of expertise:

Knowledge of one or more Chinese languages.
Experience collaborating with Chinese Canadian communities.

PROCUREMENT PROCESS

Proponents are asked to express their interest in the curatorial consultant opportunity to info@chinesecanadianmuseum.ca by Thursday March 24, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. Expressions of interest should include the following:

1) Statement of Interest (up to 500 words)

2) Description of professional history and scope of practice, including experience and capabilities of the proponent, as it relates to the Scope of Work.

3) Curriculum vitae for project lead and bio statement of any other staff involved, if applicable.

Shortlisted proponents will be contacted by the Society to provide further background information required to develop a full proposal. Full proposals will be due on Sunday April 10, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. and include the following:

4) A Project Plan to deliver on the scope of services, including an outline of tasks, deliverables, and timeline. Major proposed deviations from the desired scope of services outlined above should be clearly noted andjustified.

5) Fee proposal for scope of services including fixed costs, fees, expenses (including any anticipated expenses incurred), reimbursable costs, and any other anticipated costs.

6) Summary of information and resources required from the CCM.

7) References from a minimum of three clients within the last five years.

The proponent must be willing to sign a confidentiality agreement.

The Curatorial Committee of the Chinese Canadian Museum Society of BC will review proposals based on information provided by the proponent at the time of submission as well as any additional clarification information requested. Further discussions may take place through virtual meetings before the final selection. Following the evaluation, the CCM reserves the right to accept or reject any, and all proposals and final selection is subject to the committee’s approval. Unsuccessful proponents will be notified in writing upon selection completion and acceptance.

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