Gallery Assistant Position

Location: Tucson, AZ
Reports To: Gallery Manager
Position Type: Part-Time (About 25 hours a month)
Pay Rate: $18 per hour

Job Summary:
We are looking for a friendly, reliable person to join our gallery team! No art experience is necessary—we will teach you everything you need to know. The most important things are that you show up on time, keep the Gallery Manager in the loop, and are great with people.

If you are warm, welcoming, and dependable, we want to meet you.

What You'll Do

Greet Visitors

Welcome every guest with a friendly smile and make them feel at home.
Chat with visitors about our current and upcoming exhibitions.
Create a warm, inviting atmosphere that keeps people coming back.

Host Events

Help organize and run our opening night events (usually the first Friday of each month).
Make sure events go smoothly and our guests have a great time.
Assist with setting up before events and cleaning up afterward.
Use the gallery camera to take photos during events (no photography skills required—we’ll show you how).

Set Up Exhibitions

Help hang and install new exhibitions.
Make sure all artwork is displayed neatly and correctly.
Keep the exhibition spaces looking clean and polished.

Manage Prints

Care for our photography prints, ensuring they are stored and cataloged properly.
Assist customers with questions and help them purchase prints.

Support the Gallery Manager

Help with various administrative tasks and other duties as needed.
Keep gallery records and inventory up to date.
Get involved with fun marketing and promotional activities.

Who You Are

Reliable: You have excellent attendance and show up when you’re scheduled.
A Great Communicator: You keep the Gallery Manager updated on what’s happening at the gallery—good or bad—so nothing falls through the cracks. You ask questions when you’re unsure and speak up when something needs attention.
People-Oriented: You are friendly, patient, and know how to make visitors feel welcome.
Eager to Learn: You don’t need art experience—just a positive attitude and a willingness to jump in.

Working Hours

• Part-time role with about 25 hours a month.
• Must be available for the 12pm-4pm shift on Saturdays.
• Able to work evenings for opening night events, especially the First Saturday of the month from 6pm-8pm.