Become a gallery attendant

Essex Art Center is hiring! We are a community arts nonprofit based in Lawrence, Massachusetts focused on art education, community programming, and exhibitions of contemporary art. Founded in 1993, Essex Art Center inspires and sustains lifelong growth and learning for a diverse community of artists in Greater Lawrence. Our classes, events, and exhibitions harness the power of art to transform lives. 


We are currently seeking applicants to our Gallery Attendant Program! The program is open to high school and college students in the Merrimack Valley. Gallery Attendants are the public-facing representatives of Essex Art Center and are integral to creating a warm and welcoming environment in our space. Participants manage our welcome desk and greet visitors of all backgrounds, ages, and abilities when they enter our space. 


As a space for art education, we prioritize learning, innovation, and community through the arts. In that spirit, all Gallery Attendants have the opportunity to develop a community programming open to the public with support from Essex Art Center staff. Time dedicated to this programming will also be compensated. This is a part-time position (approximately 6-10 hours/week). 


Responsibilities:

  • Greeting visitors and directing new students to classrooms

  • Answering visitor questions about current exhibitions and the Center’s programs

  • Registering students in courses on the Center’s enrollment system

  • Opening and/or closing the Center during public hours

  • Preparing the exhibitions for public engagement, including turning on and off displays

  • Monitoring galleries and proactively reminding visitors of gallery etiquette (no touching of art, no open beverages)


Who’s a good fit? 

This is an ideal opportunity for local students with an interest in art, art history, arts management, or community engagement. Applicants must be reliable, punctual, and attentive. In addition, proficiency in Spanish is highly preferred. 


Let’s work together.

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