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Student Guggenheim Gallery Assistant (Graphic Design and General Support)

Chapman University, United States

Updated: about 9 hours ago
Location: Chapman, NEBRASKA
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Quick Link https://chapman.peopleadmin.com/postings/39268
Job Number SE186124

Position Information


Department or Unit Name Guggenheim Gallery
Position Headcount 1
Position Title Student Guggenheim Gallery Assistant (Graphic Design and General Support)
Academic Year Spring 2026
Term or Semester All Academic Year
Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student? Undergrad
Anticipated Pay Range $17.00 - $20.00
Pay Range Information
Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.
On which Campus will this work be done? Orange
Approved Supervisor Marcus Herse
Supervisor Email herse@chapman.edu

Scheduling

Please use dates within Chapman Academic Calendar
(https://www.chapman.edu/academics/academic-calendar.aspx )


Desired Start Date 03/15/2026
Projected End Date 05/24/2026
Average number of hours per week Up to 10 Hrs

Position Summary Information


Job Description Summary
General Responsibilities:
The Student Guggenheim Gallery Assistant is pivotal in maintaining essential gallery operations, including supervising exhibitions, managing events, and engaging visitors. This role involves keeping the gallery spaces clean and organized and supporting the Director and Coordinator with exhibition installations and related public relations activities. Assistants are tasked with the setup and breakdown of exhibitions, conducting gallery tours, and managing scheduling for various groups including students, faculty, and external guests. They are also responsible for supervising exhibitions, handling artwork logistics such as packing and storage, maintaining detailed records of gallery inventory and condition reports, and ensuring the operational efficiency of storage and supply areas.
Responsibilities
Graphic Designer:
In addition to general gallery responsibilities, the Graphic Designer is responsible for developing clear, engaging, and visually cohesive materials that support the gallery’s exhibitions, events, and public programs. This includes designing print and digital promotional materials such as postcards, posters, email graphics, signage, exhibition didactics, and social media assets. The Graphic Designer helps maintain a consistent visual identity across the gallery’s communications and ensures that all materials are accurate, well organized, and aligned with the gallery’s professional standards. Duties may also include preparing files for print and web use, updating existing templates, resizing and adapting designs for different platforms, and collaborating with the Director, Coordinator, Photographer, and Social Media Specialist on timely promotional campaigns. The role requires attention to detail, strong visual judgment, and an understanding of how design supports both communication and public engagement.
Required Qualifications
Little to minimal prior experience. Ability to learn support process. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
Desired Qualifications
Additional strengths that would enhance an application include experience with graphic design software such as Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator, as well as the ability to create visual materials for both print and digital use. Familiarity with typography, layout, image selection, and file preparation would be advantageous. Prior involvement in a gallery, museum, or other public facing art context, along with an interest in contemporary art and curatorial practice, is also valued. Strong visual sensibility, consistency in design approach, and the ability to contribute ideas that strengthen the gallery’s visual identity and outreach would be considered a plus.
Special Instructions to Applicants

Budget Information


Is Federal work-study required? Yes

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