Applications are to be received by: 4:30 p.m. on September 8, 2026
Classification: Student Assistant IV
Employee Group: PSAC
Job Title: Art Gallery and Studio Assistant
Department: IWGI Visual Art, Faculty of Arts
Wage or Salary: $21.63/hour
Number of Hours to Work: up to 10 hours/week
Start Date: Sept.15, 2026
Number of Positions available: 2
End Date of Employment: April 30, 2027
Course title and number (if applicable): NA
Date Issued: Sept.1, 2026
Qualifications/Experience:
Preference will be given to graduate students or Brandon University third-fourth year undergraduate students. The successful candidate must have a background in contemporary visual art and experience in art handling in a gallery or museum setting. Applicants who lack either a background in the visual arts or museum studies will not be considered for the position. Applicants should be familiar with the production and distribution of online promotional material (PSA, press releases, email list-serves). Experience with website updating and maintenance an asset. Work experience in a recognized art gallery or museum is preferred. Experience hanging and handling art is necessary.
The successful candidate will have good interpersonal and creative problem-solving skills and work well under pressure. The candidate should be flexible regarding work hours.
Key Duties:
Working with the Gallery and Studio Coordinator to fulfill duties such as:
Preparation – Mounting and removal of art installations in the Sutherland Gallery/ Umphrey Building space,
General art studio assistance and Maintenance
Online promotion of gallery events via social media, email advertising, website updates, email press release distribution
Office and research – outreach to highschools to develop programming and engage the public, photocopying and other office related duties
and other relevant duties as assigned.
To Apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume (CV) with two references to [email protected]
Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. If you require an accommodation during any phase of the evaluation process, please advise HR at [email protected]. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.
