Gallery Associate – Join Our Creative Community on Haida Gwaii

Crystal Cabin Gallery; Tlell; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local art gallery in Tlell, Haida Gwaii, is seeking a Gallery Associate to support day-to-day operations and engage with visitors. The ideal candidate is passionate about art and has a genuine connection to the local community. Responsibilities include welcoming visitors, processing sales, maintaining gallery displays, and assisting in marketing efforts. The role offers a full-time position with a wage of $25 to $26 per hour and benefits after three months of employment.

Benefits

Health Spending Account after three months

Potential future insurance benefits

Qualifications

• Genuine connection to Haida Gwaii and respect for local art and culture.
• Enjoys working collaboratively in a small team environment.
• Comfortable learning new tasks and growing skills over time.

Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors and help them explore artwork and jewelry.
• Process sales and handle customer inquiries.
• Maintain the gallery's cleanliness and presentation.

Skills

Customer service experience

Detail-oriented

Community-minded

Job description

Gallery Associate – Join Our Creative Community on Haida Gwaii

• Crystal Cabin Gallery
• Front-line
• Full Time|
• Permanent
• Accessible Employer: Yes
• Open to International applicants with valid Canadian Work permits: Yes

We’re looking for someone special to join our art gallery team at Crystal Cabin Gallery – someone who truly cares about supporting local artists, celebrating Haida Gwaii’s unique creative identity, and delivering an exceptional experience to the people who visit our space.

This role is perfect for a person who loves art, enjoys connecting with people, takes pride in presenting beautiful things with care, and wants to be part of a small, values‑led business that is deeply woven into the community here.

About the Crystal Cabin Gallery:

We are a local art gallery and jewellery store in Tlell, Haida Gwaii. We specialize in highlighting artwork and jewellery by Haida and Northwest Coast artists. We also sell high‑quality crystals and minerals. In 2021 we started the Artists Tool Fund to purchase tools for local artists. Owned and operated locally since 1984, now run by the second generation. We are woman‑owned and operated. Learn more at crystalcabingallery.com.

What You’ll Be Doing:

This role includes day‑to‑day gallery operations and supporting marketing and online efforts.

Full‑Time – approximately 40 hours per week. Core schedule will include Saturdays, with remaining working days determined based on operational needs and may be adjusted from time to time.

Wage range: $25.00 to 26.00 per hour, depending on experience.

This role is based in Tlell and works closely with local community members and visitors. To provide an authentic, community‑aligned experience, we’re seeking candidates who have a strong connection to Haida Gwaii – whether through lived experience, community involvement, or a deep understanding of local culture and values.

Anticipated start date: mid‑February 2026, with training beginning at that time (flexible within a reasonable window for the right candidate).

Our Commitment to Equity & Inclusion:

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are particularly interested in hearing from individuals who have a strong connection to Haida Gwaii, understand the local community and cultural values, or bring lived experience that aligns with the Gallery’s mission to promote local artists and Indigenous art. We value equity and diversity in our workplace and encourage applications from equity‑seeking groups, including Indigenous peoples.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Key responsibilities include:

• Welcome every visitor warmly, help them explore artwork and jewellery from local artists, and contribute to a friendly, inviting atmosphere in the gallery – even when others on the team are assisting customers.
• Start in a supportive sales role, working closely with a team member as you learn our flow, style, and product stories. As you build confidence, you’ll move into handling your own sales.
• Process sales, answer questions, wrap purchases and support returns.
• Keep displays looking their best throughout the day, including restocking and polishing jewellery.
• Support content creation and photo shoots – this includes helping organize and prepare models, assisting the photographer, setting up and carefully handling equipment, and contributing to the overall success of marketing content. You may occasionally be asked to participate in a photoshoot or appear in brand content, with appropriate consent and a signed photo release form.
• Assist with product uploads, online listings and packaging orders for shipping.
• Maintain cleanliness of the gallery interior and supporting light exterior upkeep.
• Support gallery events and special features as needed.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to maintain consistency, safety, and the high‑quality experience our gallery is known for, including opening and closing routines, product handling guidelines, safety practices, and customer service standards.
• Provide support with inventory administration, including updating inventory quantities and cost details in the inventory management system as new stock arrives.

What We’re Looking For:

• Genuine connection to Haida Gwaii and respect for the art, artists and culture of this place.
• Positive, detail‑oriented, community‑minded and reliable.
• Enjoys working collaboratively in a small team environment.
• Comfortable learning new tasks and growing skills over time (including potential development in Sales).
• Customer service experience is helpful (but not required – attitude, curiosity and care matter most).

Other Perks/Benefits

Full‑time employees will be eligible for a Health Spending Account after three (3) months of employment (amount discretionary). The Gallery is also exploring additional insurance benefit options, which may be introduced in the future.

Job Application Process

Please send a short introduction, resume, and (if you’d like) a brief note about what draws you to working in an arts‑based gallery on Haida Gwaii to: [e-mail]