Guide Interpreter (Museum Curator)
あんないかいせつにん（はくぶつかんがくげいいん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A professional who provides guidance and explanations for exhibits in museums, engages in planning, research, document management, and educational outreach activities to deepen visitors' understanding and interest.
Description
Guide Interpreters (Museum Curators) are professionals responsible for explaining and guiding stored materials and exhibits in museums and art museums. They also handle exhibition planning and operations, collection and preservation management, research, and the development and implementation of educational outreach programs. They plan guide tours and workshops for visitors, provide instruction on material handling, create explanatory texts and captions for exhibit explanations, and manage databases. Obtaining a curator qualification is legally required, and they deepen their expertise in specialized fields while collaborating with researchers inside and outside the institution, educational organizations, and local communities.
Future Outlook
Demand is stable due to the importance of cultural property protection and tourism promotion. Expectations are rising for curators with diverse skills as digital exhibitions and online dissemination advance.
Personality Traits
Has curiosity or spirit of inquiry / Has interest or concern in natural sciences / Is polite and meticulous / Likes interacting with people
Work Style
Fieldwork / Full-time / Full-time Museum / Part-time Contract / Weekend and Holiday Work
Career Path
Curatorial Assistant → Curator Assistant → Curator → Chief Curator → Director
Required Skills
Document Management / Exhibit Explanation / History, Art History, Archaeology / Presentation Skills / Research Skills
Recommended Skills
Basic Conservation and Restoration Knowledge / CMS Operation / Educational Program Development / English (Explanation) / Marketing Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is required in handling materials and exhibit explanations. |
| Communication Skills | To communicate smoothly with diverse visitors and promote understanding. |
| Creativity & Ideation | To plan exhibits and programs that attract visitors. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Need to continuously learn extensive historical and cultural knowledge. |
| Planning & Organization | Planning and operating exhibitions and events requires planning and coordination abilities. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is little advanced mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Curator Qualification
Aliases
- Exhibit Explainer
- Museum Curator
- Museum Guide
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