<p>Posting Number: 20255701V Position Title: Art Gallery Assistant Posting Type Student Hours/week: 5-10 Eligibility: Work study preferred but open to all students Semester 2024-2025 Academic Year Location St. Mary's Hall Detailed Work Schedule</p> <p>Flexible hours on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9AM to 4PM</p> <p>Number of positions: 1 Department: 162-CC-Art Gallery Contact Name: Jennie Castillo Contact Phone/Extension: (610) 519-4612</p> <p>Position Summary Information</p> <p>Job Description Summary:</p> <p>The VU Art Gallery is seeking an Art Gallery Assistant to join our team. You will support the new Director/Curator in researching artwork and artists, installing exhibitions, designing collaborative programming as well as administrative duties. You are highly organized, detail-orientated, efficient and self-motivated. You must be willing to take on projects both large and small with equal enthusiasm.</p> <p>Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Ability to conduct research on individual artists, movements or works of art within the Collection. </li><li>Communicate effectively with faculty, staff, artists, and the Villanova community. </li><li>Write and edit label copy, press releases, catalogues and wall text. </li><li>Update the database in a clear and consistent way. </li><li>Support the Director during gallery events. </li><li>Social Media and marketing interest a plus. </li><li>Broad knowledge of Art History a plus. </li><li>Ability to work independently and take initiative </li></ul> <p>Additional Information: Physical Demands Summary:</p> <p>Capable of lifting 25lbs.</p> <p>Wage Rate: $11.25 per hour</p> <p>Posting Detail Information</p> <p>Closing Date (11:59pm ET): 09/06/2024 Open Until Filled Yes</p>