Gallery Assistant
Closing Date of Opportunity: May 02, 2026
Name or Organization: The New Gallery
Contact Email: winona@thenewgallery.org
Website: http://thenewgallery.org/Job-Call-Gallery-Assistant
Post Content: Gallery Assistant - Temporary Position
Application Deadline: May 2, 2026
Term: 20 hours per week (3 days a week), 12 week contract
Start Date: May 15th End Date: August 15th
Wages: 17.50 per hour
The New Gallery (TNG), a not-for-profit centre for contemporary art in Calgary’s Chinatown, is seeking applications for a Gallery Assistant. At TNG, we strive to provide opportunities and venues for artists that foster social and political creative practices, while engaging and educating local communities through artist-run culture and contemporary art.
The role of the Gallery Assistant is to support the Gallery staff in the various facets of the Gallery’s operations. The Gallery Assistant will be working under the direction of TNG’s Co-Directors. Training specific to the role and Gallery will be provided.
Qualifications
Candidates should be enrolled in Studio Arts, Curatorial Studies, Art History, or the equivalent, be passionate about the Calgary arts and culture sector and have a strong interest in and knowledge of contemporary art and the culture of artist-run centres.
Candidates must be comfortable working with a Mac operating system and familiar with Microsoft programs (particularly, Word and Excel) , the Adobe Creative Suite, website maintenance, and social media. The successful applicant must also be highly organized and have strong written and communication skills.
Basic responsibilities include:
Assist in the installation and striking of all exhibitions
Assist in the documentation of all exhibitions and events
Assist in the archiving of active and inactive materials pertaining to programming
Assist in fund development
Adhere to all current policies and procedures
Aid staff in volunteer recruitment
Provide the Board of Directors with accurate monthly reports concerning the Gallery Assistant’s activities
Attend Board Meetings, visioning sessions, and workshops as required
Application Guidelines:
Qualified applicants should submit their cover letter and resume via e-mail as follows:
HR@thenewgallery.org
Subject: Gallery Assistant Application 2026
The cover letter should include a brief outline of the applicant’s knowledge of our organization and interest in the culture of artist-run centres. The letter should also demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the position and specifically address relevant qualifications and experiences.
Please note that this position is posted pending funding approval. The successful candidate must meet the following Canada Summer Jobs Terms & Conditions to be considered for the position. More information can be found online at http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/
Eligibility Criteria
be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment;
have been registered as a full-time student in the previous academic year and intend to return to school on a full-time basis in the next academic year;
be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act6; and
be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations. This includes having a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of their summer job.
Clouds & Water Gallery and Visual Production Society, operating as The New Gallery, is an equal opportunity employer, and is interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who are representative of Alberta’s diversity. Due to large application volumes, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
We thank you for your time and interest in our organization!