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Gallery Assistant & Art Handler (Part-Time)
The Lyme Art Association is hiring a part-time Gallery Assistant & Art Handler. The position starts at seven hours per week: Tuesdays, 10am to 5pm, working the front desk at our gallery at 90 Lyme Street in Old Lyme, CT. During installation weeks, about every six weeks, additional hours are needed Monday through Thursday. More hours may be added over time.
This position reports to the Gallery Director.
Pay: Starting at $20 per hour.
Responsibilities
- Front Desk Duties include:
- Greeting visitors and answer questions about exhibitions and artists
- Processing art sales, answering the phone, and handling inquiries
- Opening and closing the gallery
- Helping with mailings, filing, and other office tasks
- Art Handling Duties include:
- Safely handle, install, and deinstall artworks for exhibitions and events
- Hanging and placing artwork for exhibitions and ensuring that pieces are displayed securely and in accordance with best practices
- Patching and painting walls, and adjusting lighting
- Receiving, packing, and moving artwork
- Helping with opening receptions and events as needed
Requirements:
- Previous art handling & installation, museum preparation, or gallery work experience required
- Comfortable using hand and power tools and working on ladders
- Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- Strong customer service skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions carefully
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently and in a team-oriented environment
Nice to Have:
- Retail or point-of-sale experience
- Available for occasional evening or weekend events
The Lyme Art Association is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
To Apply: Send a resume and cover letter to paul@lymeartassociation.org. This position is available immediately. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Art Handler (Contract Position)
Job Description:
The Lyme Art Association is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Art Handler to assist with the safe installation and deinstallation of artwork for exhibitions and events. This position requires a careful and professional approach to artwork handling, ensuring that pieces are displayed securely and in accordance with best practices. Previous experience is preferred but not required.
Key Responsibilities:
• Safely handle, install, and deinstall artworks for exhibitions and events
• Assist with packing and unpacking artwork
• Hang and arrange artwork according to exhibition layouts
• Maintain gallery spaces by patching and painting walls as needed
Qualifications:
• Previous experience in art handling, museum preparation, or gallery work; preferred, but not required
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions carefully
• Comfortable using hand tools, ladders, and installation equipment
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work in a team-oriented environment
The hourly pay for this position is $20 per hour. Installs are approximately every 7 weeks. There may be some flexibility in scheduling. Please send a brief statement of interest to Paul Michael at paul@lymeartassociation.org.