Call for Volunteers!
The New Gallery is looking for individuals who are passionate and interested in learning 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 below:
// 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.
To apply, go to https://thenewgallery.org/Volunteer or contact us at info@thenewgallery.org!