Hard Skills
AdvancedArt Historical KnowledgeA comprehensive understanding of historical art movements, styles, and theoretical frameworks necessary to contextualize contemporary works.
ExpertCritical WritingThe ability to translate complex visual experiences into compelling, analytical, and accessible prose for a diverse audience.
AdvancedVisual LiteracyThe capacity to interpret, negotiate, and make meaning from information presented in the form of an image or installation.
AdvancedInvestigative ResearchSystematic inquiry into an artist's background, market trends, and provenance to verify facts and uncover story leads.
IntermediateContent Management Systems (CMS) ProficiencyThe technical ability to use digital publishing tools and SEO best practices to format and distribute art reviews online.
Soft Skills
IntermediateJournalistic EthicsStrict adherence to the principles of fairness, transparency, and the avoidance of conflicts of interest with galleries or collectors.
IntermediateInterpersonal NetworkingBuilding and maintaining professional relationships with artists, curators, and gallery directors to gain early access to news.