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4 people are interested
Exhibitions Gallery Monitor
ORGANIZATION: Ann Arbor Art Center
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4 people are interested
The exhibitions gallery at the Ann Arbor Art Center is located on the 2 nd floor of the Center and contains two gallery spaces. The gallery is a contemporary visual arts collaborative that hosts approximately 8 exhibitions per year that feature work created by local, regional, national, and international artists. Its mission is to strengthen public appreciation of contemporary art through exhibitions, education, and community exchange.
The gallery is in search of volunteer gallery monitors during weekend hours only. The gallery hours on the weekend are: Saturday 10-7 and Sunday 12-5.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
- Greeting visitors to the gallery
- Record visitor attendance
- Provide security to the gallery space and the art works
- Distributing surveys when appropriate, recording data
- Minimal upkeep of the gallery during shift (dusting, spot checking walls, replacing bulbs, etc)
- Inspecting art objects, labels, and furnishing for signs of theft and damage
- Meeting with the Director of Programs before the start of each exhibition to become familiar with the content of the exhibition, exhibition sponsors, dates of exhibition, gallery hours, and special events connected with the exhibition.
ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS
- Providing excellent customer service to vistors: answering questions about exhibitions, exhibitions programs, and sharing information (literature) with visitors
- Studying or reading is allowed when visitors are not present. Supervising the gallery and performing gallery-related duties supersedes other activities. Phone calls are NOT permitted when on duty. All phone use should be kept to a minimum.
- Monitors on duty represent the Ann Arbor Art Center and are required to dress appropriate and professionally when on duty. Jeans are allowed but discretion is necessary.
THE IDEAL MONITOR
- Maintains an interest in art and enjoys learning about, talking about, thinking about art and sharing information about art exhibitions
- Naturally enjoys engaging with the public in the customer service capacity
- Is extremely reliable and can provide reliable transportation to and from the Art Center
- Is available to work at least a 3 hour shift (or full day shift) on either Saturday or Sunday
More opportunities with Ann Arbor Art Center
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Ann Arbor Art Center
Location:
117 W. Liberty St., Ann Arbor, MI 48104, US
Mission Statement
The Ann Arbor Art Center serves as a contemporary forum for visual arts;
- through education, exploration, collaboration and exhibition;
- by leveraging the power of the creative process;
- to engage minds, expand perspectives, and inspire growth;
- in students (of all ages), teachers, artists, and the community.
Description
One of the oldest arts organization in Michigan, the Ann Arbor Art Center strives to engage the community in visual arts by offering:
- Studio art and art appreciation courses
- Monthly public exhibitions
- A Gallery Shop promoting regional artists
- Outreach programs funding art education for children
- Special events such as Paint the Town, Sundays @ the Art Center, Artini, 30 x 30 Art Sale and more!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
117 W. Liberty St.Ann Arbor, MI 48104
DATE POSTED
April 18, 2014
SKILLS
- Customer Service
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of 3 hour shift on Sat. or Sun.