Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to apply for the position of Museum Curator at ABC University. With a Master’s Degree in Art History and more than five years of experience in museum curation and management, I believe I am well-suited to join your team.
Throughout my career, I have honed my skills in collections management and development, exhibit curation, donor relations, budgeting, media relations and public programming. As curator of the XYZ Museum for three years, I was responsible for developing innovative exhibitions that attracted a diverse audience to our institution. My success in increasing visitor engagement and revenue was recognized with the ABC Award for Outstanding Curatorial Practices.
I am passionate about museum work and enjoy collaborating with colleagues, funders and community partners to create unique experiences for visitors. I possess excellent organizational skills and have a knack for finding creative solutions to complex issues. I also believe in the importance of education, and am eager to combine my curatorial experience with higher ed.
I look forward to discussing this opportunity further and thank you for your time and consideration. Please find attached my resume for additional information on my qualifications.
Sincerely,
John Doe