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Student Gallery Assistant – Art Gallery of Regina

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Position: Gallery Assistant

Location: Art Gallery of Regina, 2420 Elphinstone Street, Regina, Saskatchewan

Duration: May 13 to September 30, 2026

Hours: 3 days/week, averaging 6 hours/day

Wage: $22/hour

Application Deadline: April 14, 2026 (midnight)

 

About the Job:

Are you passionate about art, community, and public engagement? The Art Gallery of Regina (AGR) invites applications for the Student Gallery Assistant position. This is a unique opportunity for a student or recent graduate to gain hands-on experience in gallery operations, public programming, exhibition installation, and arts administration within a supportive, collaborative team.

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As the Gallery Assistant, you will:

  • Greet visitors and provide exhibition information.

  • Assist with community outreach, public events, and educational tours.

  • Support exhibition installation and strike, including handling artworks and maintaining the gallery.

  • Contribute to administrative tasks, including membership, sales, and records management.

  • Help develop and deliver an independent project under the guidance of AGR’s Director/Curator.

  • Promote AGR’s activities through digital and print communications.

 

About the Art Gallery of Regina:

The Art Gallery of Regina is a free-admission, public art gallery focusing on the work of Saskatchewan artists. Located in the Neil Balkwill Civic Arts Centre in the vibrant Cathedral Village neighbourhood of Regina, SK, the AGR is committed to engaging and inspiring our diverse community with exhibitions and programs, including low-barrier exhibition opportunities for gallery members, that help us understand our shared experience of this time and place through contemporary art.

Website: www.artgalleryofregina.ca

 

About Regina:

Regina is Saskatchewan’s capital city, known for its friendly community, rich Indigenous heritage, and thriving arts scene. Home to countless professional and community-based festivals, museums, galleries, and performance spaces, Regina also boasts beautiful parks, walking trails, and Wascana Centre. Explore exciting cultural events like the Cathedral Village Arts Festival and Mosaic Festival.

For more about our arts community, visit Sk-Arts.ca and SaskGalleries.

 

Required Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in or recently completed a degree in Visual Arts (Studio), Media Arts or Film (Studio), Art History, Curatorial Studies, Film Studies, or Nonprofit/Museum Management (BFA preferred)

 

Working in a collaborative, small gallery setting, the primary responsibilities of the Gallery Assistant include:

 

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

  • Greeting gallery visitors and engaging in conversation about the exhibition:

    • Welcome guests, answer questions, and provide context to enhance visitor experience.

  • Assisting with community outreach and programming:

    • Support planning and delivery of workshops, tours, and community events.

  • Maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders:

    • Foster respectful and open communication with the City of Regina (the gallery’s landlord), community partners, members, and the public regarding building access, programming, and gallery operations.

 

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT

  • Processing registrations, art sales, membership renewals, and other financial transactions: accurately handle payments, recordkeeping, and data entry.

  • Assisting staff with day-to-day operations: help with mailouts, membership administration, and routine office tasks.

  • Organizing and maintaining records and files: keep databases, contact lists, and membership information up-to-date.

  • Assisting with proposal writing and grant applications: support the creation of written materials for funding and programming initiatives.

  • Managing mass communications: draft and send emails, newsletters, and social media posts to promote gallery activities and events.

 

SUPPORT FOR EXHIBITIONS & ARTISTS

  • Assisting with exhibition installation, strike, and packing:

    • Work with staff and artists to install and remove artworks, ensuring they are handled safely and that the integrity of gallery facilities is maintained.

  • Handling artworks and working directly with artists:

    • Gain hands-on experience and support artists’ needs during exhibitions.

  • Gallery maintenance:

    • Perform cleaning of public areas as needed, in addition to patching and painting of, the gallery walls between exhibitions, to maintain a professional presentation.

 

PUBLIC PROGRAMMING & EDUCATION

  • Co-leading exhibition tours and art activities:

    • Facilitate tours and hands-on activities for school groups, members of the disability community, and the general public.

  • Engaging a wide range of audiences:

    • Encourage community participation and help audiences investigate the value of contemporary art.

 

MEMBERSHIP & STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS

  • Meeting members’ needs:

    • Respond to inquiries, assist with membership benefits, and support member-focused events.

 

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

  • Carry out additional responsibilities as delegated by gallery staff to support the gallery's overall functioning and success.

 

 

Commitment to Equity & Accessibility:

The AGR welcomes applications from individuals belonging to equity-seeking groups and encourages candidates to self-identify during the application process. To support accessibility, the AGR will accommodate candidates’ needs by offering alternative interview formats (including video, phone, or in-person), providing advance access to interview questions upon request, and ensuring that the physical workspace is barrier-free and that the gallery furnishes accommodations requested by the successful applicant.

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How to Apply for the Student Gallery Assistant Position:

 

1. Prepare Your Application Materials:

  • Cover letter

  • Resume

  • Proof of Young Canada Works (YCW) eligibility or a link to your YCW profile.

2. Create Your YCW Profile:

  • If you do not already have one, create a YCW profile at: Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (YCWHO)

  • create an account by clicking on the "Sign up" link, then complete and submit a candidate profile;

  • browse job opportunities via the "Search for a job" link in their account; and

  • express their interest in a position by clicking on the job title and then on “Express interest in this job".

  • It is strongly encouraged to have your YCW profile completed before applying.

3. Submit Your Application:

  • Email your cover letter, resume, and YCW confirmation or profile link to Ms. Sandee Moore, Director/Curator, Gallery of Regina.

  • Email address: director@artgalleryofregina.ca

  • Use the subject line: Gallery Assistant Application – [Your Name]

4. Application Deadline:

  • Submit your application by April 14, 2026 (7 PM CST).

5. Learn More:

  • Visit the Art Gallery of Regina in person at 2420 Elphinstone Street, Regina.

  • Or visit our website: www.artgalleryofregina.ca

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