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Salon D'Art

PT Gallery Administrator

Hercules, CA · Hybrid

$30 - $32/hr

... part-time Gallery Administrator to work directly with the Managing Director / Head Curator in coordinating the daily operations of a multi-location fine art gallery. This role is central to ensuring ...

Salon D'Art

PT Gallery Administrator

Hercules, CA · On-site

$30 - $32/hr

... part-time Gallery Administrator to work directly with the Managing Director / Head Curator in coordinating the daily operations of a multi-location fine art gallery. This role is central to ensuring ...

Salon D'Art

PT Gallery Administrator

Hercules, CA · On-site

$30 - $32/hr

... part-time Gallery Administrator to work directly with the Managing Director / Head Curator in coordinating the daily operations of a multi-location fine art gallery. This role is central to ensuring ...

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How much do part time art curator jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for part time art curator in the United States is $72,627.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $94,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by part-time art curators in managing exhibitions?

Part-time art curators often navigate time constraints when planning and installing exhibitions, as they may have limited hours on site. Coordinating with artists, lenders, and other museum staff within a reduced schedule can require strong organizational and communication skills. Additionally, balancing multiple projects simultaneously and staying updated with current art trends are essential to curate engaging exhibits. Despite these challenges, many part-time curators find the role rewarding due to its creative and collaborative nature.

What does a part time art curator do?

A part time art curator is responsible for managing and organizing art collections, exhibitions, and related events on a part-time basis. Their duties typically include selecting and acquiring artworks, researching artists and their works, overseeing the installation of exhibitions, and developing educational materials or programs. Part time curators may also assist with fundraising, public outreach, and maintaining records of the collection. Their role requires strong knowledge of art history, organizational skills, and a passion for the arts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Part Time Art Curator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Art Curator, you need expertise in art history, collection management, and exhibition planning, often supported by a relevant degree or museum studies certification. Familiarity with collection databases, condition reporting software, and digital archiving tools is typically required. Strong communication, organizational skills, and a keen eye for detail help curators collaborate with artists, lenders, and the public. These skills ensure engaging exhibitions, proper care of artworks, and successful cultural programming within limited working hours.
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Infographic showing various Part Time Art Curator job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 2% Internship, 19% As Needed, 12% Temporary, 57% Contract, and 8% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,627 per year, or $34.9 per hour.

Assistant Curator of Art

Museum of the Bible

Oklahoma City, OK

$42K - $45K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Assistant Curator of Art
Location: Oklahoma City, OK (On-Site)
Employment Status: Part-Time (29hr/wk)
Reports To: Curator of Art and Traveling Exhibitions
FLSA Status: Part-Time Exempt
Salary: $42,000 – $45,000 annually (commensurate with experience and adjusted for market location)
Posting Date: 05/21/2026
MISSION: The Museum of the Bible is a global, innovative, educational institution whose purpose is to invite all people to engage with the transformative power of the Bible.
Position Summary
The Assistant Curator of Art is responsible for assisting the Curator of Art in stewarding, researching, and developing the art collection of Museum of the Bible. This includes organizing quarterly art advisory council meetings, keeping minutes at those meetings, overseeing scheduling, coordinating additions to the collections website and TMS database, assisting in research and provenance, cataloging, and any other duties as assigned. This role will also include assisting the Curator of Art in developing dynamic on-site and traveling exhibitions that support the Museum’s mission and elevate the reputation of the Museum as a vital forum to explore the history, narrative and impact of the Bible on art.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Assist the Curator of Art in managing the art collection as it grows. This includes cataloging new acquisitions with photos, measurements, and other pertinent data, and working with our registrars to keep TMS and Piction updated.
  • Assist in scheduling and organizing quarterly art advisory council meetings. This includes communication with members of the council, coordination of schedules, and keeping minutes.
  • Assist in developing a roster of traveling exhibitions and work with the website team to build out a webpage for this purpose.
  • Assist in upcoming temporary art exhibitions as needed.
  • Assist in the care of objects in the subject specialty, arranging for conservation, imaging, or research as needed.
  • Work with the department of education on useful programs that contribute to exhibitions or collections, aimed at engaging new and diverse audiences.
  • Coordinate with other departments in the implementation of interpretive materials, publicity materials, and products.
  • Assist in research of art objects in the museum’s collection and maintain provenance documentation as well as records.
  • Assist in the coordination of conservation of the art in the museum’s collection.
  • As needed, assist the collections staff in installation and de-installation of temporary and traveling exhibitions.
  • Champion the Museum of the Bible’s mission to invite all people to engage with the transformative power of the Bible.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education / Qualifications:
Education:
  • Master’s degree in art, art history, museum studies, or a related field. Advanced degree and museum experience preferred.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:
  • Commitment to the Museum’s mission of inviting all people to engage with the Bible.
  • Knowledge of biblical art.
  • Experience working collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Ability to manage tasks efficiently and collaboratively, keeping projects on time and on budget.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in lecturing, teaching, and public speaking.
  • Experience working in a museum or archive.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with software developers for technological needs.
Competencies:
  • Ability to communicate effectively with people from all backgrounds.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and database software.
  • Ability to plan and deliver work and projects to budget and schedule.
Work Environment / Physical Demands:
  • This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
  • Ability to lift at least 30 pounds and up to 50 pounds (e.g., rack and un-rack computer and storage hardware)

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or changed at any time with or without notice.

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