Part-Time Gallery Assistant & Art Handler

Lyme Art Association

Old Lyme (CT)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 32,000

Part time

8 days ago
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Job summary

Lyme Art Association in Old Lyme, CT is seeking a part-time Gallery Assistant & Art Handler to support daily operations on-site. You will greet visitors, answer questions about exhibitions, assist with handling and installation of artworks, and help prepare galleries for shows.

The role includes basic administrative duties like processing sales and coordinating events. The position requires standing for extended periods, weekend/evening availability, and a willingness to work closely with

Qualifications

  • Art handling and installation skills, safe lifting and packing of artworks.
  • Gallery operations and customer service support.
  • Administrative and organizational tasks, basic computer literacy and record-keeping.
  • Able to work with staff, artists and the public in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

  • Greet visitors and answer questions about exhibitions and events.
  • Assist with safe handling, installation, and de-installation of artworks.
  • Prepare galleries for shows and maintain clean, orderly spaces and storage areas.
  • Process sales and manage visitor sign-in, phone and email inquiries.
  • Coordinate classes, workshops and events with staff and artists.

Skills

Art handling
Installation
Gallery ops
Customer service
Administrative
Communication
Teamwork
Visual arts
Museum setting
Weekend availability

Job description

Lyme Art Association in Old Lyme, CT is seeking a part-time Gallery Assistant & Art Handler to support daily operations on-site. You will greet visitors, answer questions about exhibitions, assist with handling and installation of artworks, and help prepare galleries for shows.

The role includes basic administrative duties like processing sales and coordinating events. The position requires standing for extended periods, weekend/evening availability, and a willingness to work closely with

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