Federal Work Study - Art Gallery Apprentice (Cochran Campus) at InsideHigherEd

Job Title: Federal Work Study - Art Gallery Apprentice (Cochran Campus) Location: MGA Cochran Regular/Temporary: Temporary Full/Part Time: Part-Time Job ID: 288961 About Us Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state. Job Summary Under the supervision of the Art Gallery Coordinator, the Art Gallery Apprentice supports the daily operations and programming of the Peacock Gallery and the walking gallery tour in Macon. This hands-on position offers students the opportunity to gain professional experience in gallery management, curatorial practices, art handling, and public engagement. Ideal for students interested in art, design, museum studies, or arts administration. Responsibilities Assist with installation and deinstallation of exhibitions, including handling artwork and preparing gallery spaces (hanging artwork, changing lighting, patching & painting walls, cleaning, setting up for receptions, etc.) Support curatorial research, exhibition planning, and label creationHelp plan and staff gallery events, receptions, artist talks, and educational programsMaintain cleanliness and organization of gallery space and storage areasAssist with social media and marketing efforts to promote exhibitions and events (designing promotional materials for gallery shows, the art program, and hanging flyers around campus, etc.) Document exhibitions and events through photography and written summariesPerform administrative tasks as needed (data entry, inventory, filing, etc.)Required Qualifications Minimum GPA of 2.0 Be currently enrolled at Middle Georgia State University for at least 6 credit hoursStudents must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.Hours for the job are variable but may include Fridays and Saturdays when exhibits are being installed or taken down due to the artist¿s schedule.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Enrolled as a student at MGA, preferably in Art, History, or related fieldInterest in visual arts, art history, arts administration, or related fieldsStrong communication, organization, and time-management skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamWillingness to learn art handling and gallery practicesReliability and professionalism in meeting commitmentsFamiliarity with digital workflows and file management best practicesExperience with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or other design toolsExperience with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook)USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.Institutional Values Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - LearningEqual Employment Opportunity Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Middle Georgia State University Office of Human Resources at 877.251.2644. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.Background Check Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.