We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Curator to join us in co-designing and co-delivering the second edition of Soundscape – Music Symposium & Masterclass Series, taking place in Karachi in November 2025.
If you are passionate about music as a medium for exchange, learning, and cultural dialogue—and have a bold curatorial vision that speaks to the evolving soundscapes of Pakistan and beyond—we invite you to apply.
SoundScape is British Council Pakistan’s flagship music programme, launched in 2023 to spotlight emerging trends, technologies and talent in Pakistan’s contemporary music scene. The programme brings together a diverse group of Pakistani and UK music professionals to strengthen creative practice, build networks and position Pakistan as a vibrant player in the global music industry.
The first edition took place in Karachi in 2023 and featured music masterclasses and a sector-wide symposium. It explored themes such as the future of music production, artist-led business models, digital disruption and music as resistance and identity.
In 2025, SoundScape returns with an aim to expand its scope to include more regional voices, diverse music genres and increased UK-PK collaboration. Programming will include panel discussions, keynote talks, hands-on masterclasses and commissioned music showcases.
Before applying, please go through the downloadable Curator TORs document provided at the bottom of this page.
Applications should include:
Please email your application to pk.arts@britishcouncil.org.pk
Application deadline: 08 July 2025
Clarification questions can be submitted in writing to the same email address by 25 June 2025.
Submissions after 08 July 2025 11:59pm PST will not be considered.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview.
Selected applicants will be notified within 14 working days of the application deadline.