Gallery Assistant, UWM Union Art Gallery

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 12,501 - 17,805; Part time

Job summary

A prominent university in Milwaukee is seeking a part-time Gallery Assistant for their Union Art Gallery. This role includes guest assistance, art handling, and event support, making it ideal for students interested in visual arts. Responsibilities involve collaborating with the gallery team to enhance guest experiences, assisting with art installations and daily operations. The position averages 8-10 hours per week, compensated at $11/hour. Current UW-Milwaukee students are preferred for this position.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills and/or experience in hospitality environments helpful in this role.
• Attention to detail and good organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Union Art Gallery team to create an impactful experience.
• Assist with art installation and setup of special events and exhibitions.
• Maintain the gallery space and follow daily cleaning procedures.

Skills

Strong customer service skills

Attention to detail

Good organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Interest in learning about the arts

Education

Current UW-Milwaukee student

Job description

Gallery Assistant, UWM Union Art Gallery

The Union Art Gallery Gallery Assistant is responsible for welcoming guests into the gallery, providing assistance to guests during open hours, and providing installation and event support to the Union Art Gallery team, Managers, and the Manager for Arts Programming. This is a fast-paced position that averages 8-10 hours per week, and is paid hourly at $11/hour. It is ideal for a student interested in visual arts, community programming, education, art engagement, and/or working in the arts/creative industry more broadly.

This role reports directly to the Gallery Manager and Curator.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Strong customer service skills and/or experience in hospitality environments helpful in this role.
• Attention to detail and good organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Interest in learning about the arts broadly.
• Knowledge of gallery practices and art handling is helpful, and can also be taught in this role.

RESPONSIBILITIES INLCUDE

• Collaborate with Union Art Gallery team and the Manager for Arts Programming to create an impactful experience for all guests who come through the gallery.
• Assist with art installation and setup of special events and exhibitions, including but not limited to:
• Handling artwork in accordance with art handling training and best practices.
• Lighting exhibitions.
• Move and lift pedestals.
• Painting walls and pedestals.
• Package artworks appropriately for shipping.
• Maintain the gallery space and follow daily cleaning procedures.
• Assist in maintaining the art storage space.
• Work together as a team with staff.
• Conduct outreach (class visits, tabling, etc.) to various departments around campus to let them know about what we offer.
• Maintain regular working hours in the Union Art Gallery and contribute to a welcoming environment for all guests.
• Interact with guest artists and visitors and answer any questions they may have during their visit.
• Assist with creating Gallery Guides.
• Attend Union Art Gallery monthly staff meetings and monthly Student Involvement Communications meetings.
• Meet with Gallery Manager regularly.
• Provide some administrative support to Gallery Manager and Assistant Manager, including but not limited to:
• Receiving and passing along gallery inquiries from the public.
• Assist with special projects and support as directed.
• Additional support and projects as assigned and needed.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Current UW-Milwaukee student. Knowledge of gallery practices is desirable. This role is ideal for a student interested in visual arts, community programming, education, art engagement, and/or working in the arts/creative industry more broadly.