Call for Volunteers!
Closing Date of Opportunity: December 20, 2025
Name or Organization: The New Gallery
Contact Email: info@thenewgallery.org
Website: http://thenewgallery.org/Volunteer
Post Content: The New Gallery is looking for individuals who are passionate and want to learn about contemporary art, community engagement, and supporting artist-run culture!
Volunteers play an essential role in keeping our artist-run centre active and accessible while gaining hands-on experience in arts administration, programming, and event coordination. Our volunteers contribute across three main areas—Gallery Operations, Event Support, and Director/Coordinator Assistance—and are invited to join a welcoming, collaborative environment that values learning, inclusivity, and community connection. We appreciate volunteers year-round through social events, exhibition previews, and opportunities to work closely with artists and curators.
Our current volunteer opportunities:
Gallery Volunteer (General Role)
As a Gallery Volunteer, you are the welcoming face of The New Gallery. Your responsibilities include:
- Keeping the gallery open to the public during exhibition hours
- Greeting and assisting visitors, offering information about artworks and artists
- Ensuring the gallery remains tidy and organized throughout the day
- Monitoring visitor safety and maintaining a calm, welcoming environment
- This position offers a great opportunity to meet artists and curators while learning about artist-run culture in Calgary’s Chinatown.
Event Support Volunteer
As an Event Support Volunteer, you will help make TNG’s events, such as exhibition openings, workshops, and community gatherings, run smoothly. Your responsibilities may include:
- Assisting with exhibition installation and deinstallation
- Supporting event setup, material preparation, and cleanup
- Helping manage visitor flow and maintaining order during events
- Communicating with artists, speakers, and community partners to ensure smooth coordination
- This role is ideal for those who enjoy teamwork, hands-on engagement, and community-based art activities.
Director/Coordinator Assistant Volunteer
This position offers behind-the-scenes experience in the daily operations of an artist-run centre. Volunteers may work closely with the Operations Director, Programming Director, or Communication and outreach Coordinator, depending on their interests and skills. Responsibilities include:
- Assisting with grant research, proposal writing, and report preparation
- Organizing archives and digital records
- Supporting communications with artists, collaborators, and partner organizations
- Helping with social media posts, poster design, and event promotion
- This is a great opportunity for those interested in arts administration, curatorial work, or arts communication.