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Exhibitions Gallery attendant
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Job ID 5782
Job Type On-Campus Jobs
Employer 3270-Exhibitions
Date Posted Jun 17, 2026
Category Art and Architecture
Job Description

Description: This is primarily a gallery attendant/gallery sitter position in the Schafler Gallery, Brooklyn campus. The attendants will work with one other student (at times); open and close the gallery at the start/end of the day; monitor the gallery space and track attendance; answer the phone and take messages; assist with the installation and deinstallation of exhibitions; and complete gallery administration tasks. During install periods, tasks can include painting walls, making and installing wall labels, installing artwork, documenting processes, and other tasks as needed. This position will provide students the opportunity to familiarize themselves with gallery operations including art handling, gallery preparation, administration, and visitor services.

 

Job Requirements

Requirements: Reliability, punctuality, and an interest in gallery operations are most important. You should be comfortable with answering the phone, interacting with the public, and performing manual/messy tasks during installation periods. Good customer service skills and an interest in gallery administrative work/art handling are essential.  Familiarity with technology for exhibition display or interest in learning new tech skills is highly encouraged. We are looking for students with a good attitude and willingness to learn.

Shifts are 10:30am - 5pm, Monday - Saturday with the possibility of working half days.

*Looking for applicants with enough credit hours (registered for Fall 2026) to work Summer II 2026

NACE Career Readiness Competencies
Available Openings 2
Hours 7.0 to 35.0 hours per week
Hourly Rate $17.00/hour
Funding Source(s) On Campus Student Employment, On Campus Work Study
Time Frame Summer l 2026
Contact Name Edward Holland
Contact Email exhibits@pratt.edu
Work Location Chemistry 102
Phone N/A
Fax N/A
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