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How much do museum store jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for museum store in California is $53,391.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,000.00 and $63,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a museum store?

Museum store jobs typically involve working in the retail section of a museum, where employees assist visitors with purchases, provide information about products, and help promote the museum's mission through merchandise. Positions can include sales associates, store managers, buyers, and inventory specialists. These roles require excellent customer service skills, knowledge of the museum's exhibits and products, and the ability to handle transactions. Employees often collaborate with museum staff to create an engaging shopping experience that complements the museum's educational goals. Museum store professionals may also participate in special events, inventory management, and visual merchandising.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a museum store manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Museum Store Manager, you need strong retail management experience, inventory control knowledge, and an understanding of merchandising principles, often supported by a degree in business, retail, or a related field. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management software, and basic accounting tools is important. Excellent customer service, communication, and organizational skills set top performers apart. These competencies ensure effective store operations, enhanced visitor experiences, and strong revenue generation to support the museum’s mission.

What are some typical challenges faced by employees working in a museum store, and how can they be addressed?

Employees in a museum store often encounter challenges such as managing fluctuating visitor traffic, balancing customer service with inventory tasks, and staying knowledgeable about both merchandise and current exhibitions. To address these, staff members benefit from strong communication skills, adaptability, and ongoing training about museum collections and store products. Collaboration with museum educators and curators can also enhance product knowledge and enable staff to create a more engaging shopping experience for visitors.

What is the difference between Museum Store vs Museum Gift Shop Associate?

AspectMuseum StoreMuseum Gift Shop Associate
Primary RoleOversees store operations, inventory management, sales, and customer serviceAssists customers, stocks shelves, and processes sales at the gift shop
Required SkillsInventory management, sales, customer service, basic merchandisingCustomer service, cash handling, product knowledge
Work EnvironmentRetail setting within a museum, involving management tasksFrontline retail environment, assisting visitors directly
Common UsageRefers to the entire retail operation within a museumRefers to the staff member working in the gift shop

The Museum Store role involves managing the overall retail operations, including inventory and sales, while a Museum Gift Shop Associate focuses on assisting customers and handling daily sales. Both roles require customer service skills, but the Museum Store position typically involves more responsibilities related to store management and operations.

What are the most commonly searched types of Museum Store jobs in California?

The most popular types of Museum Store jobs in California are:

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Infographic showing various Museum Store job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 46% Full Time, and 54% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $53,391 per year, or $25.7 per hour.

E-Commerce Merchandiser

Lucas Museum of Narrative Art

Los Angeles, CA

$18.25 - $21.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

New

Job description

ABOUT THE LUCAS MUSEUM OF NARRATIVE ART
Opening in September 2026, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is dedicated to illustrated storytelling.  Founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson, the museum's collection features works by artists including Norman Rockwell, Kadir Nelson, Jessie Willcox Smith, N. C. Wyeth, Beatrix Potter, Judith F. Baca, Frida Kahlo, and Maxfield Parrish; as well as comic art legends such as Winsor McCay, Jack Kirby, Frank Frazetta, Alison Bechdel, Chris Ware, and R. Crumb; and photographers Gordon Parks, Henri Cartier-Bresson, and Dorothea Lange. The Museum also houses the Lucas Archives, containing models, props, concept art, and costumes from Lucas's filmmaking career. 
 
Designed by Ma Yansong of MAD with a landscape by Mia Lehrer of Studio-MLA, the Museum is in Exposition Park, Los Angeles, on an 11-acre campus that includes new green space and a 300,000-square-foot building with galleries, two theaters, a library, restaurant, cafe, retail store, and community spaces. 
 
POSITION SUMMARY
We are looking for a results-driven E-Commerce Merchandiser to join the Lucas Museum's Retail team. Reporting to the E-Commerce Manager, the Merchandiser will support e-commerce operations and strategy in support of the opening and ongoing operations of the Museum's online retail store. This will include monitoring the online store, optimizing sales funnels, and working closely with various departments under the Revenue & Engagement portfolio to ensure an exceptional online shopping experience. 
RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support the day-to-day operation of the online store, including product setup, product updates, pricing, merchandising, collections, inventory-related updates, and website content management within Shopify. 

  • Upload and maintain product imagery, product information, collections, tags, merchandising attributes, and promotional assets to ensure an accurate and engaging online shopping experience. 

  • Execute updates to online store, including product launches, promotional changes, and campaign-related merchandising updates according to established timelines and business requirements. 

  • Utilize Airtable and other project management tools to review assigned work, track progress, and support the timely execution of merchandising and content updates. 

  • Monitor online store functionality, merchandising accuracy, and customer-facing experiences; perform quality assurance testing of products, collections, content updates, and site enhancements prior to publication and identify issues requiring resolution. 

  • Track product performance, inventory availability, and sales trends, and support ongoing ecommerce operations by maintaining accurate product data, monitoring site health, and recommending improvements to merchandising execution. 

CORE COMPETENCIES

Analytical Rigor:Simplifies complex problems by using critical thinking to evaluate problems, gathering information, incorporating multiple perspectives, understanding causes, andidentifyingbest-possible solutions. Invests time in planning, discovery, and reflection to drive better decisions and more efficient implementations. Adopts an audience-centric approach, understanding the needs of the audience and incorporating them, asappropriate, into the decision. 

Courageous Communication:Intentionally works well with others both on the team and cross-functionally to achieve individual, team, department, or organizational goals.Values diverse input and working with others as a way to achieve the best output possible. 

Collaborative Excellence:Displays courage when handling difficult conversations and genuinely and intentionally communicates. Relays key messages effectively, targeted to specific audiences.Identifiesothers' communication styles and perspectives, adjusting language and approach accordingly. Employs active listening to understand, rather than reply. Asks for, integrates, andvaluesfeedback from team, peers, and leaders. 

Adaptive Resilience:Thrives and grows in a rapidly changing and complex environment. Displays flexibility, activates networks, and adopts a continuous growth mindset to learn from mistakes and bounce back from adversity. 

Inclusive Interaction:Actively contributes to an environment in which all employees feel a sense of belonging, valued for their differences and empowered toparticipateand contribute freely. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described below are representative of thoserequiredto successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods,up to 8 hoursper shift. 

  • Ability to move throughout multiple Museum locations, including galleries, theaters, outdoor spaces, and other public areas. 

  • Ability tomaintainan active and visible presence while providing exceptional guest service. 

  • Ability to work in a high-volume, public-facing environment with large groups of guests, including school groups, tours,special events, and peak attendance periods, whilemaintainingprofessionalism, situational awareness, and composure. 

  • Ability tofrequentlybend, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb stairs as needed. 

  • Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 25 pounds, including wheelchairs, stanchions, signage, guest service equipment, and other operational materials. 

  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with guests and colleagues in person, by telephone, and over two-way radio. 

  • Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions. 

  • Ability tomaintainawareness of guest activity and surrounding conditions whilemonitoringgalleries, queues, and public spaces. 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School or GED equivalent is required 

  • 1-3 years of experience in e-commerce or digital marketing role, preferably for an arts & cultural institution or prominent consumer brand preferred 

  • Proficient in MS Excel is required; experience using V-Look-up is a plus 

  • Strong understanding of online sales platforms and digital marketing strategies 

  • Expertise in digital marketing techniques, including SEO, SEM, and social media marketing 

  • Proficient in web analytics tools and e-commerce tracking tools 

  • Knowledge of UX/UI principles and how they impact online sales 

  • Familiarity with Shopify is a plus 

  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to a fast-paced, evolving industry 

  • Solid communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously 

  • Analytical mindset with the ability to derive actionable insights from data 

  • Familiarity with e-commerce trends 

  • Experience with inventory management and supply chain management 

$29 - $34 an hour
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND OUR COMMITMENT TO DEAIB
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents and supports a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. The Lucas Museum fosters a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment, whether based on race, national origin, gender, gender expression, religion, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other criterion prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the best qualified people from a diverse candidate pool. Applications from traditionally underrepresented communities are encouraged.
 
The statements in this description represent typical elements, criteria, and general work performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the job.
 
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MISSION AND VISION
 
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is dedicated to the art of illustrated stories. Our mission is to inspire and connect people through the exploration of visual stories and their influences in society. 
 
VALUES
Our internal and external practices are shaped by the following beliefs and behaviors.
 
People First: We meet people wherever they are (physically, intellectually, emotionally). Our inclusive practice connects who people are and what they find emotional in works of art.
 
Inspired: We believe that art can move you to feel, think, reflect, and act.
 
Collaborative: We believe that nimble thinking and working together yield exponential results. 
 
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
 
Narrative Art:
Amplify the social impact of storytelling and illustration. 
 
Community:
Connect to a broad and diverse public.
 
Operational Excellence:
Create a healthy and durable institution. 
  
All staff at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art lead through a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, both within the Museum and with the communities that we serve.
 
Salary and titles will be assigned commensurate to the successful candidates' education and experience. An attractive compensation package will be offered to the successful candidate(s).
 
 
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