Job Project Space and Operations Assistant
CONTRACT POSITION: 52 weeks, 35 hours a week
REMUNERATION: Salaried (Gross $19.23/hr), paid semi-monthly. Includes accrual of two weeks paid vacation to be taken within the contract.
JOB LOCATION: Art Gallery of Sudbury | Galerie d’art de Sudbury, 172 Elgin Street, Sudbury ON
HOURS OF WORK: The intern will be required to work Tuesday to Saturday from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (with some flex hours)
START DATE: September 29, 2026
DEADLINE TO APPLY: September 14, 2026
Job Duties – Project Space and Operations Assistant
Visitor Services & Communications
- Greet visitors warmly and provide excellent customer service, representing the Gallery as the first point of contact.
- Process admissions and Gallery Shop transactions using the POS system.
- Monitor shop inventory, restock merchandise, and track sales trends to inform purchasing.
- Create digital and physical marketing materials to highlight artists featured in the shop and exhibitions, ensuring engaging visitor communications.
- Collaborate with staff to promote exhibitions, artists, and programming through online and onsite channels.
Project Space & Programming
- Oversee project space coordination, including scheduling, preparation, and maintenance for exhibitions, workshops, and events.
- Support the delivery of future programming by assisting with logistics, setup, and communications.
- Ensure the project space remains safe, organized, and welcoming for artists, facilitators, and visitors.
- Assist with exhibition installation and takedown as needed, working closely with gallery staff and artists.
Education Support
- Assist with art education programs, including setting up spaces, preparing materials, and supporting facilitators.
- Engage with program participants in a welcoming and inclusive manner, ensuring a positive learning environment.
- Document workshops, programs, and events with photographs for archival and promotional use.
Administrative
- Provide general office support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations of the Gallery.
- Assist with payroll preparation, record keeping, and reporting as assigned.
- Track inventory and prepare sales and program reports.
- Support communication between departments to maintain efficient operations.
Skills & Experience
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with strict attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-focused approach.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with POS systems is an asset.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, public-facing environment.
- Experience or interest in art education, arts programming, or retail operations is considered an asset.
- Technical skills with tablets, DSLR cameras, and digital media tools preferred.
Education & Training
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in Museum Studies, Arts Administration, Art History, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and French is required.
- Equivalent combinations of education and related experience in cultural organizations, retail, or program coordination will be considered.
- Candidates must meet funding eligibility requirements:
· This position must be the candidate’s first full-time employment in their field of study.
· Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person granted refugee status).
Equity Statement
EQUITY STATEMENT: The Art Gallery of Sudbury / Galerie d’art de Sudbury is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We strongly encourage applications from artists of all backgrounds, including Black, Indigenous, and racialized persons, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, artists with disabilities, and newcomers to Canada. We are dedicated to removing barriers to participation and employment in the arts and will provide accommodations in all stages of the hiring process upon request. We believe in the value of diverse lived experiences, and welcome applicants who reflect the richness of our community.
Please forward a resume and cover letter by email to: [email protected]
The Art Gallery of Sudbury thanks all who submit applications however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.Summary
Pay: $19.23 per hour
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Work Location: In person
