David Kirchthaler
About David Kirchthaler
David Kirchthaler serves as Chargé d'enseignement at Aix-Marseille Université since 2014 and has extensive experience in heritage management and education in France.
Work at Aix-Marseille University
David Kirchthaler has been serving as Chargé d'enseignement at Aix-Marseille Université since 2014. In this role, he contributes to the academic environment by delivering lectures and engaging with students in the field of art history and archaeology. His tenure at the university spans a decade, during which he has developed a strong connection with the academic community in Aix-en-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, France.
Background in Heritage Management
Kirchthaler has extensive experience in heritage management, having worked at the Ministère de la Culture in various capacities. He served as Ingénieur du patrimoine at the Conservation régionale des monuments historiques de Provence-Alpes-Côte from 2005 to 2014, where he oversaw the administration of historical monuments in Arles. His responsibilities included managing a team of 38 agents and implementing the Ville d'art et d'histoire convention, which focuses on the animation and mediation of architecture and heritage.
Education and Expertise
David Kirchthaler's educational background includes a Licence in histoire de l’art et archéologie from Aix-Marseille Université, completed from 1990 to 1993. He furthered his studies at Université de Nanterre, achieving a qualification in Administration publique in 1998. Additionally, he studied at École de Chaillot, focusing on Histoire, critique et conservation de l'art from 2006 to 2008. This diverse educational foundation supports his expertise in art history and heritage conservation.
Professional Experience in Cultural Institutions
Prior to his current role, Kirchthaler held several positions within the Ministère de la Culture. He worked as Technicien des bâtiments de France from 2002 to 2003 and as Ingénieur du patrimoine from 2003 to 2005 in Metz. He also served as a Formateur interne for the preparation of technical heritage and building competitions from 2005 to 2011. His varied roles have contributed to his comprehensive understanding of cultural heritage management.
Achievements in Heritage Sector
In his role overseeing monuments in Arles, Kirchthaler manages sites that attract approximately 800,000 visitors annually, generating 2.4 million euros in revenue. He is responsible for implementing the World Heritage management plan, which focuses on the preservation and management of historical properties. His work significantly impacts the cultural landscape of the region.