Gallery Assistant & Technician

Eastern Kentucky University•Richmond, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Fred Parker Giles Gallery in the Campbell Building seeks student Gallery Technicians to help with daily operations at an active university art gallery that hosts a diverse range of exhibitions annually. No previous gallery experience is necessary, but applicants must love art and design. Ideal employees are well spoken, eager to learn, punctual, and interested in art and design. The gallery is open Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Applicants must have some availability Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Student staff take turns working occasional public receptions and artist lectures on Thursday evenings from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. and Sunday afternoons from 1:30 to 4:15 p.m. After completing the online application, applicants must email their class schedule to Giles Gallery Director Professor April Pauza. Resumes and cover letters are optional and may be uploaded or emailed after the online application is submitted. Candidates unavailable during operating hours may not be eligible for hire. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Requirements

Must be enrolled at EKU.
Must have some availability Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.
A love of art and design is required.
Ideal employees are well spoken, eager to learn, and punctual.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Google Drive, Microsoft Office Suite, and/or Adobe Creative Suite.
Comfort using hand tools such as hammers and drills, and basic hardware such as nails and screws.
Past employment experience in guest services, hospitality, sales, and/or food service.
Interest in marketing and social media promotions.
Interest in being surrounded by art and design.