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Misha Jaswal

@mishajaswal

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Curator and research manager translating art-history scholarship into public-facing cultural experiences.

India

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can lead research-driven exhibition development and editorial content, translating art-history scholarship into engaging public-facing narratives, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on national and international projects.

I’m an art historian, curator, editor, and research manager with over five years of experience in exhibition development, museum interpretation, editorial leadership, and cultural content creation. I lead research-driven work that stays academically grounded while remaining accessible to the public.

I’m a Gold Medallist in History of Art from the National Museum Institute, New Delhi. My focus is Indian folk, tribal, and traditional arts, supported by extensive field-based research and deep training at Chitrashala for Phad painting.

As Curator and Research Manager (Head, Research and Curation) at MeMeraki, Gurugram, I lead the Research and Curation department, overseeing exhibition interpretation and content development across platforms. I oversee a multidisciplinary team of six, and I direct research, editorial strategy, visitor-facing narratives, and educational programming.

I spearhead end-to-end curatorial operations for national and international exhibitions, managing logistics, artist coordination, and on-site assembly under tight deadlines. I also integrate digital storytelling through QR-coded, audio-visual paths, and I served as editor for Deshaj for the India Art, Architecture and Design Biennale (IAADB) commissioned by the Ministry of Culture.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Curator and Research Manager

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MeMeraki

Mar 2021 - Present (5 years 4 months)

Led the Research and Curation department, overseeing research, exhibition interpretation, and public-facing content development. Managed a multidisciplinary team of six and spearheaded national and international exhibition operations, including digital interpretation for physical galleries.

Content Strategy Data Analysis Curatorial Research Editorial Leadership Project Management Problem Solving Curatorial Narratives Content Development Team Leadership Exhibition Interpretation National and International Exhibition Operations Digital Storytelling QR Coded Audio Visual Paths Logistics Management

Curatorial Fellow

Delhi Art Gallery

Sep 2020 - Oct 2020 (1 month)

Contributed to a virtual exhibition on artist Chittaprosad as part of a six-member curatorial team, supporting artwork selection, concept development, and interpretation.

Virtual Exhibition Development Artwork Selection Curatorial Interpretation Concept Development

Curatorial Intern

National Gallery of Modern Art

May 2019 - Jul 2019 (2 months)

Contributed to translation and development of gallery texts and labels for the “Shashwat: The Eternal Seeker” exhibition, and was trained in the use of TMS.

Translation Gallery Text Development

Curator

Kolli Kannu

Jan 2026 - Present (6 months)

Curator for Kolli Kannu, a satellite exhibition for India Art Fair (New Delhi).

Content Lead

Design ID

Jan 2026 - Present (6 months)

Content Lead for Design ID (New Delhi).

Curator

Maison&Objet

Jan 2026 - Present (6 months)

Curator for Maison&Objet (Paris).

Speaker

Bridges for Conscious Travel

Apr 2025 - Present (1 year 3 months)

Spoke on “Everyday Indian Art” at Bridges for Conscious Travel (RaRe Travels).