Volunteers Needed for Art Museum Public Events!

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Volunteering at Public Programs

The UMLAUF serves the local arts scene in part by hosting special events including exhibition receptions, UMLAUF After Dark, Insights Talks, and Family Day. Volunteers for programs are often art enthusiasts with excellent people skills and a keen interest in cultivating a rich cultural community in Austin.

Title : Programs Partner
Department : Visitor Services
Reports To : Museum Manager and/or department manager(s) of the event (day-of)
Works With : All museum staff and the public
Responsibilities: Tasks will vary depending on the program’s needs. Generally, you can expect to:

• Attend a virtual training the week before the event.
• Help with set up and break down

• Check in guests
• Make admission sales (for ticketed events)
• Track attendance
• Inform visitors of the program schedule, exhibitions, and collection
• Engage with visitors to provide a personable and welcoming experience
• Maintain a tidy Museum and Garden
• Monitor the Gallery to ensure all Museum policies are followed
• Answer phone calls and general questions
• Operate activity tables (Family Day)
• Assist bartenders and vendors as needed (adult programs)
• You may be asked to use an iPad-style point of sale system and handle cash

Shifts :

• UMLAUF After Dark: Every other first Tuesday

• 4:30PM-8:30PM
• Drinks, arts experiences such as live music or art demos, extended hours, and more!

• Family Day: Every second Sunday

• 10:30AM-4:15PM
• Crafts, scavenger hunts, storytime readings, and more!

• Insights Talks and exhibition receptions:

• Dates and times vary, typically one/quarter

We request that volunteers commit to at least 1 shift/month for at least 1 year.

Email bella.cheng@umlaufsculpture.org to schedule a meet-n-greet!