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Art Gallery Attendant (Part-Time)

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$17.25/hr

The Cleveland Museum of Art's Protection Services department has part-time opportunities for customer service oriented Art Gallery Attendants. The Gallery Attendant provides assistance and simple ...

Sorelle Gallery Fine Art

Art Advisor

New Canaan, CT

$14/hr

Sorelle Gallery Fine Art is seeking a polished, professional, mature, upbeat, and passionate part time Art Advisor . Fixed Hours: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 10am - 6pm. $14/hr to start, with ...

Sorelle Gallery Fine Art

Art Advisor

New Canaan, CT · On-site

$14/hr

Sorelle Gallery Fine Art is seeking a polished, professional, mature, upbeat, and passionate part time Art Advisor . Fixed Hours: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 10am - 6pm. $14/hr to start, with ...

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How much do part time art gallery assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time art gallery assistant in the United States is $18.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Part Time Art Gallery Assistant, you need a basic understanding of art history, strong organizational skills, and at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, gallery management software, and digital scheduling tools is often required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a customer-focused mindset help you engage visitors and support gallery operations. These abilities are important for creating a welcoming environment, ensuring smooth daily functions, and enhancing the overall gallery experience.

What are part time art gallery assistants?

Part time art gallery assistants are professionals who support the daily operations of an art gallery while working less than full-time hours. Their responsibilities may include greeting visitors, answering questions about exhibits, assisting with event setup, handling sales of artwork, and helping with administrative tasks. They play a crucial role in ensuring that gallery events and exhibitions run smoothly and provide a welcoming atmosphere for guests. This role often provides valuable experience for those interested in pursuing careers in the arts or museum sectors.

What is the difference between Part Time Art Gallery Assistant vs Part Time Museum Attendant?

AspectPart Time Art Gallery AssistantPart Time Museum Attendant
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer art-related courseworkHigh school diploma; some positions may require basic knowledge of museum exhibits
Work EnvironmentArt galleries, exhibition spaces, cultural venuesMuseums, historical sites, cultural institutions
Employer & IndustryArt galleries, private art institutions, cultural organizationsMuseums, public and private historical institutions
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both roles involve assisting visitors and maintaining the space, a Part Time Art Gallery Assistant typically works in art galleries focusing on exhibitions and art sales, whereas a Part Time Museum Attendant works in museums, focusing on exhibit supervision and visitor assistance. The credentials, work environment, and industry usage are similar, making these roles often compared by job seekers in cultural sectors.

What are some common challenges faced by part time art gallery assistants and how can they be managed?

Part time art gallery assistants often juggle multiple responsibilities, such as welcoming visitors, handling sales transactions, and assisting with exhibit setups, all within limited hours. One common challenge is efficiently learning gallery procedures and exhibit information to answer visitor questions confidently. To manage this, it's helpful to proactively seek guidance from full-time staff, review exhibit materials regularly, and stay organized with task lists. Good communication and teamwork are also key, as you'll frequently collaborate with curators, artists, and other assistants to ensure smooth gallery operations.
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Infographic showing various Part Time Art Gallery Assistant job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,670 per year, or $18.1 per hour.
Art Gallery Coordinator

Art Gallery Coordinator

Lycoming College

Williamsport, PA • On-site

Part-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Lycoming College is hiring a part-time Art Gallery Coordinator to join our Academic Affairs team
Lycoming College, one of the nation's oldest residential liberal arts and sciences colleges, invites candidates for its Art Gallery Coordinator role. With a first-rate undergraduate education and an increased commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable campus community that supports all faculty, staff, and students, we are seeking candidates who can support and contribute to our mission and 2021 strategic plan.
Lycoming College is seeking a part-time Art Gallery Coordinator to support the installation of five to six annual art exhibits, liaising with artists, faculty, students, vendors, and general audiences of diverse backgrounds. Under the supervision of a Faculty Member in the Fine Arts Department, the Art Gallery Coordinator is primarily responsible for the gallery operations related to the installation, deinstallation and public access of these art exhibits. This position requires a flexible schedule that will involve some evening and weekend hours during exhibit installation, gallery openings and events related to the gallery program.
The Lycoming College Art Gallery is located in the heart of downtown Williamsport, PA. Offering 1500 square feet of exhibition space, the Gallery contributes to the city's arts ecosystem and seeks to encourage connection between the college and the broader local community. Contemporary art exhibits by visiting artists, art faculty, and students rotate five to six times a year and are open to the public free of charge. The gallery is also a learning environment for Lycoming students and faculty, who bring their classes to the gallery to discuss and learn from art on view.
Who We Are:
Founded in 1812, Lycoming College is one of the nation's oldest and most respected residential liberal arts and sciences colleges and has been recognized for the quality of its experiential programming and supporting students in gaining the skills needed to succeed in today's world. Students partner with faculty in doing original research, thrive in a robust program of internships, study abroad in more than two dozen countries and compete in 19 NCAA Division III sports. Lycoming College's strong endowment per student provides the foundation to support a first-rate undergraduate education.
Ranked as a top 100 national liberal arts college, Lycoming offers more than 100 majors, minors, and concentrations to about 1,100 active learners, representing 31 states, territories and 16 countries. International and domestic students of color comprise 37% of the student body with 53% women and 47% men.
The College proudly celebrates and values the principles of inclusive excellence. In its 2021 Strategic Plan, Lycoming College committed to recruiting more faculty and staff from historically underrepresented groups. The community works to foster an inclusive campus community and to support the success of all faculty, staff and students. The College recognizes that a diverse faculty, staff and student body benefits all students and community members and advances our goal of preparing its graduates to become ethical, informed and engaged individuals.
Lycoming College is an equal opportunity employer.
What will I do in this role?
  • Contact and maintain a communication stream with visiting artists before, during and upon the close of their show. This should include organizing the shipping/transportation of art objects to and from the gallery, as well as obtaining all of the necessary information that our Marketing team requires for promotion (ex. press release and announcement of the artist's gallery talk at the opening)
  • Art handling duties when the work arrives at the gallery space and when it is deinstalled to return to the artist
  • Condition reports and/or photographs of the art objects for insurance and packing purposes
  • Facilitate the completion of the gallery contract and insurance information such as object list
  • Train student workers as gallery attendants who welcome the public to the gallery during operating hours and train student workers to help with art handling, installation, and deinstallation
  • Install artwork to conform to exhibit design conventions and/or the specific needs of the artist and/or faculty
  • Prepare proper lighting of the exhibit
  • Patch and paint walls between shows
  • Prepare and Install wall text including vinyl lettering, which will require working with an outside vendor
  • Work with IT on any technical needs (projectors for videos, replacement lightbulbs for projectors, audio/sound equipment)
  • Deinstall work and pack for shipping/transportation
  • Send to the College Archives all documentation related to each exhibit (including press releases, artist contracts, layout of exhibit, photo documentation, correspondences, etc...)
  • Communicate the exhibit schedule with the Art Department Administrative Assistant so they can coordinate catering for gallery openings with Parkhurst
  • Maintain the gallery budget
  • Maintain gallery mailing list
What are we looking for?
Education and Experience
  • B.A. degree, M.A. preferred in Art, Art History, Museum Studies, Curatorial Studies or related field
  • Ideally, the candidate will possess prior experience proficiently installing art exhibits in a gallery, museum setting, artist studio, private collection and/or similar environment
Skills and Qualifications
  • Ability to interface with both academic and general audiences
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Proficient project management skills
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to oversee multiple tasks simultaneously with ease and to completion
  • Ability to work independently, collaboratively, professionally, and with integrity
  • Ability to communicate with kindness and generosity with colleagues, students, administrative staff, alumni, diverse audiences, and outside vendors
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with visiting artists, students, art department colleagues, Lyco faculty overall, staff, general audiences of diverse backgrounds, and outside vendors
  • Flexibility to support the needs of the Art Gallery exhibit program, which is overseen by the Art Department
  • Publicly support the Lycoming College Art Gallery in a positive and professional manner
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., bend, climb ladders, and use various hardware/tools for installation and deinstallation of art exhibits

What We Offer!
This part-time position is for a total of 266 hours at $15.00 per hour. This position will have a start date of August 1, 2026.
Lycoming College has an excellent benefits package that includes:
Employee Perks:
  • 15% discount at the campus bookstore, excluding textbooks and snacks
  • Reduced rates for meal packages for on-campus dining facilities
  • Use of the campus recreations center and gym facilities for employees and household family members
  • Use of the campus Library
How do I Join the Warrior Team?
Please submit a cover letter, Resume/CV, and a list of three references with contact information. Candidates will be evaluated on their ability to illustrate how their experience and skills connect to the qualifications of this position.
Candidates who apply by June 24th, 2026, will receive priority. A post-offer criminal history background check and motor vehicle record check will occur.

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