Media Arts Gallery Assistant

Job summary

The Gallery Assistant will help with the physical setup of exhibits, including painting and hanging artwork, while acting as a representative for gallery visitors. They will also assist with event coordination, including receptions and departmental marketing events.

Job details

Position Department: English and Media Arts Position School: School of Communications and Media Overview: Assist with the Media Arts Gallery: Responsibilities: Participate in Painting, moving pedestals, hanging artwork, labels, etc. acting as a gallery representative for visitors, answering questions about the exhibits. Also help out during opening receptions with set-up/cleanup of reception area/food. may be required to help the department with marketing and recruiting events (immersive experiences) depending on their schedules Minimum Qualifications: o Familiarity with Media Arts o Eligible for a work-study position with Robert Morris University o Able to work during the Gallery opening hours (Monday-Friday 10:00 am-8:00 pm), partial availability during these hours may work o Assist the Gallery Coordinator o Photography and Design skills a plus o Motivated, self-sufficient person with good organizational skills o Punctual and dependable Academic Years Preferred: Freshman Year or Greater Wage: 10.00 Wage Frequency: Hourly Is this position funded through Federal Work Study dollars?: Yes Average Number of Hours Per Week: 7-15 hours/week, if possible Days of the Week to Work: Weekly schedule negotiable, may vary as needed Anticipated Time Frames to Work: various, depending on events Preferred Start Date: 2024-09-02 Anticipated End Date: Act 153 Clearance Required: No Required To Pass a Motor Vehicle Report Check: No Required to Pass a Credit Check: No Additional Posting Information: None Special Applicant Instructions: None Commitment to Diversity: Robert Morris University is committed to increasing diversity in our community and actively pursues individuals from all backgrounds. Additionally, RMU complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin.

What you’ll do

The Gallery Assistant will help with the physical setup of exhibits, including painting and hanging artwork, while acting as a representative for gallery visitors. They will also assist with event coordination, including receptions and departmental marketing events.

Requirements

Candidates must be eligible for a work-study position at Robert Morris University and possess familiarity with Media Arts. Strong organizational skills, punctuality, and the ability to work during gallery hours are required.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Media Arts
• Gallery Management
• Photography
• Design
• Organizational Skills
• Communication
• Event Coordination
• Customer Service
• Management
• Event Planning
• Marketing
• Painting
• Punctuality

Job areas

• Creative & Media
• Art & Design
• Education
• Administrative
• Art Gallery Assistant
• Set / Exhibit Designer
• Interior Designers and Decorators
• Set and Exhibit Designers