Roy and Edna Disney/CalArts Theater and Gallery (REDCAT), seeks a gallery attendant for its experimental 3000 sq ft space. Located in Downtown Los Angeles and part of the Walt Disney Concert Hall complex, REDCAT is an interdisciplinary arts center presenting influential new works in the performing, visual, and media arts. 

The Gallery Attendant reports to the Assistant Curator and has the following responsibilities:

• Opens and closes REDCAT to the public;
• Opens and closes gallery exhibitions. Assists in setting up gallery for public programs;
• Monitors artwork in the gallery and ensures its safety and security;
• Engages and communicates with the public about gallery exhibitions, programs, and artists and answers questions about institutional mission and programs
• Generates logs of visitors and monitors appropriate gallery behavior;
• Serves as an articulate spokesperson for REDCAT;
• Assists with merchandise sales and inventory
• Performs light administrative duties as assigned
• Performs research for gallery exhibitions and visitor service

 Requirements:

• Must be attentive and aware of surroundings;
• Ability to communicate with the public in a friendly, professional manner;
• Experience working in gallery/museum and audience services;
• Must be able to work with a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends;
• Interest in contemporary art, performance and media

More details:

This is a part-time position, with a compensation of $19/hour. Work is performed in-person with additional meetings held over phone/zoom as necessary. The gallery is open Wednesday-Sunday, from 12 to 6pm, and until the start of performances on evenings with shows. Gallery Attendants should expect to work 1-3 shifts per week. Shifts range from 6-10 hours in length depending on the gallery’s needs. 

Send cover letter and resume to redcatjobs@calarts.edu.

REDCAT is looking for ushers! If you love contemporary and performance art and want a chance to catch REDCAT’s incredible programming for free, join our team of volunteers!

Volunteers receive tickets to performances in exchange for ushering and/or assisting in pre- and post-production tasks. Please email hmredcat@calarts.edu to be added to the list! 

* Ushers must be 18 or older.