Gallery Prep & Registrar Coordinator

University of Hartford; West Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Hartford is seeking a gallery assistant to support the Gallery Director and manage daily operations at the Joseloff and Silpe Galleries, plus the Kaman Print Study Center. The role includes supervising student gallery monitors and coordinating exhibition prep and programming.

The position involves handling artwork, preparing spaces, and ensuring accurate didactic labeling while collaborating with campus partners and external contractors.

Qualifications

• Experience working with artworks in a gallery or museum setting.
• Leadership or supervision experience with student staff or volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Receives and ships artwork and gallery materials.
• Installs and de-installs artwork in exhibitions.
• Prepares walls, pedestals, and spaces for exhibitions.
• Manages gallery materials inventory and organization.
• Organizes the art collection and digital database.

Skills

Gallery exp

Preparator Mgmt

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

University of Hartford is seeking a gallery assistant to support the Gallery Director and manage daily operations at the Joseloff and Silpe Galleries, plus the Kaman Print Study Center. The role includes supervising student gallery monitors and coordinating exhibition prep and programming.

The position involves handling artwork, preparing spaces, and ensuring accurate didactic labeling while collaborating with campus partners and external contractors.