Careers
Mumbai has one of the world's largest collection of Art Deco buildings. Our initiative is to showcase, document and research Mumbai's UNESCO inscribed collection and their unique architecture. We advocate its conservation. Our work environment is relaxed and full of exciting initiatives. It is also demanding, rigorous with clear deliverables by each team member. All our positions require you to be a team player with excellent work ethic and strong writing and speaking skills. We are self funded and Not for Profit. We are an equal opportunity employer.
You will conduct research through fieldwork and visits to libraries (public/private), archives, neighbourhoods, online resources and write engaging content for our website.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and build the Trust’s archive, physical as well as digital
- Research history of Mumbai’s Deco, the emergence of modernity, its architects, politics, urban form and culture
- Write papers and articles on Mumbai exploring social, cultural and urban narratives, both historical and contemporary, for our website & other publications
- Collect and interpret oral histories
Qualifications:
Person applying must
- Be articulate with outstanding writing skills
- Have research experience in libraries, archives, bookstores and on the internet
- Think creatively, work collaboratively, ideate and explore new perspectives
- Have knowledge of Mumbai structures and a keen interest in architecture & built form
- A Master’s Degree or PhD in Architecture, History, Literature, Sociology, Anthropology, Journalism or Mass Communication
This position is based in Mumbai, with salary based on qualifications and experience.
Please email your resume and a recent writing sample (Minimum 1500 words) to workwithadmt@gmail.com with Senior Research Associate in the subject line. All attachments not to exceed 2 MB.
You will be responsible for researching, cataloguing, organising and managing information resources (physical and digital) in the organisation’s growing archive.
Responsibilities:
- Research history of Mumbai’s Deco, the emergence of modernity, its architects, politics, urban form and culture
- Catalogue and store digital assets in accordance with international best practices.
- Support the ADMT team with research inputs.
Qualifications:
Person applying must have
- Some research experience in libraries, archives, bookstores and on the internet
- Ability to think creatively, work collaboratively, ideate and explore new perspectives
- Knowledge of Mumbai city structures and a keen interest in architecture & built form
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture, History, Literature, Sociology, Anthropology, Journalism, or Mass Communication
- Some experience in cataloguing and library science would be preferred
This position is based in Mumbai and starts immediately.
Salary based on qualifications and experience.
Please email your resume and a recent writing sample (Minimum 1000 words) to workwithadmt@gmail.com with Research Associate in the subject line. All attachments not to exceed 2 MB.
Art Deco Mumbai Trust is offering internships to students of Architecture (to meet the requirements for practical experience as part of the Bachelor of Architecture course).
Interns will acquire a comprehensive understanding and appreciation of Art Deco architecture and its significance within the urban landscape, conservation of modern living heritage and research methodologies under the guidance of a COA registered architect.
Requirements:
- Students of 4th & 5th year B. Arch.
- Good AutoCAD and Photoshop skills
- Experience in mapping & documentation of structures
- Academic interest in exploring and understanding modern heritage
Responsibilities:
- Research and field survey of Art Deco buildings in identified neighbourhoods
- Identify character defining features, photo-document and research the buildings using primary and secondary sources
- Compilation of documentation panels
- Measured drawings of architectural details
- Oral history of local residents
- Assist with events and outreach activities
Positions are based in Mumbai, and will be for a duration of 3 to 4 months, with a stipend.
Please email your resume and portfolio with relevant work to workwithadmt@gmail.com with Architectural Internship 2022 in the subject line. All attachments not to exceed 2 MB.