Gallery Manager & Curator — 2-Year Growth Track

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 17,908 - 24,108; Part time

Job summary

A leading university in Milwaukee seeks an Assistant Manager/Gallery Manager & Curator to provide administrative and exhibition support. The role begins with 15–20 hours weekly, progressing to full Gallery Manager. Ideal for a current graduate student interested in visual arts and arts programming. The position demands strong communication and organizational skills, with specific tasks related to galleries and exhibitions. The pay starts at $13 hourly, increasing to $17.50 in the second year.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in art galleries or museums preferred.
• Ability to follow-through tasks with reliability.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Attend weekly meetings with the gallery manager.
• Coordinate staff training and schedules.
• Assist in developing visitor services program.

Skills

Art gallery experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills (MS Word, Excel)

Education

Current UW-Milwaukee graduate student (MA, MFA, or PhD)

Job description

A leading university in Milwaukee seeks an Assistant Manager/Gallery Manager & Curator to provide administrative and exhibition support. The role begins with 15–20 hours weekly, progressing to full Gallery Manager. Ideal for a current graduate student interested in visual arts and arts programming. The position demands strong communication and organizational skills, with specific tasks related to galleries and exhibitions. The pay starts at $13 hourly, increasing to $17.50 in the second year.