Job Opportunity: Exhibitions & Administrative Associate (May 2022)

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acg is hiring

Albany Center Gallery is hiring: APPLY NOW!

 

***Note: Applications were due on May 23, 2022 and Submissions are now closed.***

 

ACG is looking to hire a part-time Exhibitions & Administrative Associate. This individual will work closely with the Executive Director to curate the in-house exhibitions, coordinate communications and logistics with artists and clients for consulting opportunities, and other necessary administrative responsibilities.

Scheduling is flexible, but in-person for 20-25 hours per week with preference of availability Tuesday– Friday/Saturday, Noon – 5:00 pm

Compensation: Hourly, $15.50/hr

 

Instructions to apply

Please submit a cover letter, resume and/or CV, and 3 references (2 professional, 1 personal) via this Submittable site by May 23, end of day. Ideal start date is as soon as possible/early-mid June. If potential candidates are identified, interviews will be scheduled between May 27 - June 1. Please no phone inquiries, but you can email Karina at kwojnar@albanycentergallery.org if you have questions regarding the application or job description.

 

APPLY HERE!

 

Minimum Qualifications for this role:

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Visual Arts or related field and/or minimum of 2 years of related experience in a gallery or non-profit art space

  • Ability to meet deadlines

  • Ability to handle power tools and be on ladders

  • Strong understanding of curatorial process in a gallery

  • Strong knowledge or open to learning how to install artwork

  • Prior experience with handling artwork and fragile items

  • Prior experience in an administrative support position

  • Ability to maintain spreadsheets

  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

  • Superb written communication skills

Minimum Qualifications for all ACG Team Members:

  • A passion for and connection to Albany Center Gallery’s Mission, Vision, and Values

  • Interest in art and for artwork

  • Excellent analytical thinking and creative problem-solving skills

  • Ability to handle multiple tasks, projects, and priorities effectively and professionally

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint) and Google Drive Suite

  • Ability to communicate and work well with others of varying skills, technical knowledge, and backgrounds

  • Ability to work independently or collaboratively on assigned responsibilities

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

  • Willingness to learn

Preferred Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Prior experience with a non-profit organization

  • Prior experience with installing and hanging artwork

  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite/Canva

  • Superb interpersonal and customer service skills

ACG is committed to creating a diverse, equitable environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged and welcomed to apply however you identify in regard to your race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ability, age, veteran status, etc.

For the full list of job responsibilities and duties, click here.