Gallery Attendant

New York Foundation for the Arts; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the arts sector is seeking a full-time temporary Gallery Attendant for an exhibition at their New York location. The role involves ensuring the safety of the gallery, assisting visitors, and engaging in discussions about contemporary visual art. Ideal candidates will have a professional demeanor and a strong interest in the arts. Immediate hire through July 18th, 2025.

Qualifications

• Candidates will demonstrate expertise in safeguarding artworks.
• Professional appearance and demeanor with visitors is expected.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety of the gallery and assist visitors.
• Identify and report safety hazards or concerns.
• Assist gallery staff during public programs and events.

Skills

Expertise in safeguarding artworks

Customer Service

Education

2-Year Degree

Job description

$20 (Hourly) Full Time Temporary Experienced (Non-Manager) 2-Year Degree

Fine Arts, Gallery

Description

Jack Shainman Gallery seeks a qualified, full-time temporary Gallery Attendant for a Tuesday through Saturday schedule during the temporary exhibition Toyin Ojih Odutola: Ilé Oriaku at the gallery’s 46 Lafayette location through July 18th, 2025, immediate hire.

Responsibilities include maintaining the safety of the gallery, assisting visitors with questions, and sometimes engaging in discussions about the art.Candidates will demonstrate expertise in safeguarding artworks and monitoring assigned areas to protect the artwork on-view during public hours.They will identify and report any safety hazards or concerns and enforce gallery rules in a courteous and respectful manner.

Additional assistance may be required for providing visitors with directions throughout the gallery space, or answer questions about the gallery programming or exhibitions.Selected candidates may also assist gallery staff with support during public programs and events.

Gallery Attendants will report to the Director of Operations and Gallery Assistants and will liaise as needed with gallery staff.

Professional appearance and demeanor with visitors and gallery staff is expected without exception.An interest in contemporary visual art is strongly encouraged.

Please, no phone calls or alternate means of inquiry.