Wood Personnel Services is partnering with a local art museum in Nashville, TN to hire a Gallery Attendant for a special exhibition running from September through early January. The ideal candidate will have academic or professional experience in Art History, Museum Studies, Fine Arts, Arts Administration, Art Education, or a related field, along with strong communication skills and a passion for engaging with museum visitors. The role combines visitor engagement, exhibition support, and hands-on interaction with immersive technology in a museum environment.
Gallery Attendant Compensation and Hours:
- $17-19 an hour
- Temporary assignment running September 2026 through January 2027
- Regular schedule is Thursday through Monday, with Tuesdays and Wednesdays off; evening and weekend availability is required.
- Opportunity to gain experience in a professional museum setting while supporting a featured exhibition
Gallery Attendant Skills and Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Academic or professional experience in Art History, Museum Studies, Fine Arts, Art Education, Arts Administration, Visual Arts, or a related discipline strongly preferred
- Ability to discuss artwork, exhibitions, and cultural topics with visitors in a professional and engaging manner
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Previous experience in a museum, gallery, arts organization, educational environment, or visitor-facing role preferred
- Comfortable learning and supporting virtual reality and exhibit technology
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday
- Highly dependable with strong attention to detail and professionalism
Responsibilities of the Gallery Attendant
- Welcome visitors and create a positive, engaging experience within the exhibition space
- Introduce guests to the virtual reality experience and provide clear instructions for participation
- Assist visitors with the proper use of VR equipment and answer questions throughout their experience
- Monitor gallery activity to help ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for all participants
- Share information about featured artwork, artists, and exhibition themes following museum training
- Observe equipment performance and communicate technical concerns as needed
- Clean, sanitize, organize, and prepare headsets and accessories between uses
- Recharge and maintain exhibit equipment to ensure daily operational readiness
- Assist with visitor flow and general exhibition support throughout operating hours
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional presentation of the gallery environment
- Perform additional duties that support visitor services and exhibition operations as needed
This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a special museum exhibition while working at the intersection of art, visitor engagement, and emerging technology.