Camden Art Centre has been a place for art and the people who make it since 1965. Rooted in its community in north London and respected by artists around the world, it has given early support to artists including Phyllida Barlow, Kerry James Marshall, Kara Walker and Mohammed Sami, and staged the first UK exhibitions of artists such as Hilma af Klint and Martin Wong. Learning sits at the heart of our mission, and exhibitions and education carry equal weight.
After nearly a decade as Director, Martin Clark leaves Camden Art Centre in January 2027 to lead Towner in Eastbourne. The Board of Trustees now seeks his successor.
This is a moment of real change. Camden Art Centre recently acquired its building from Camden Council, securing its long-term home. An upcoming capital project developed with Tony Fretton and David Owen Architect will improve facilities, grow earned income and reduce the building’s environmental footprint. Leading the campaign to fund it will be central to the role.
The position is hands-on, with a team of around 25. The Director sets the artistic vision, leads exhibitions and learning programmes, and is responsible for all fundraising, working with a Deputy Director who oversees finance, operations, and commercial activity. We are looking for a leader with a track record of programming contemporary visual art and working closely with artists. You will bring proven success in fundraising and income generation, sound financial and business judgement, an understanding of capital projects, and a genuine commitment to access, diversity and learning.
We particularly welcome applications from people from backgrounds under-represented in the museums and galleries sector. Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to Camden Art Centre on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please follow the link below.
Application deadline: Noon, Sunday 8 November 2026.
