Gallery Associate - Full-Time (Year-Round or Seasonal)

What You'll Be Doing

This role supports the day-to-day operations of the gallery and assists with marketing and online activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcoming visitors and helping them explore artwork and jewellery from local artists while contributing to a warm, inviting gallery experience
• Learning our products and sales approach alongside a team member before moving into independent sales (processing transactions, answering questions, wrapping purchases, and supporting returns)
• Keeping the gallery looking its best by maintaining displays, restocking and polishing jewellery, and helping keep the space clean and organized, with occasional light exterior upkeep
• Supporting marketing and online activities such as photo shoots, product uploads, online listings, and shipping orders. This may involve assisting with models, photography setup, and equipment, and occasionally participating in brand content with consent and a signed photo release
• Supporting overall gallery operations by assisting with events, following opening/closing and product handling procedures, and updating inventory quantities and costs as new stock arrives

What We’re Looking For

• A genuine connection to Haida Gwaii and respect for the art, artists, and culture of this place
• Positive, reliable, and detail-oriented, with a collaborative mindset and a willingness to learn new skills (customer service experience is helpful but not required)

Hours & Compensation

This role may be filled as either a full-time year-round position (approximately 40 hours per week) or a full-time seasonal role for the summer months, depending on the candidate. The schedule will include Saturdays, with remaining days determined based on operational needs.

Wage: Starting at $26.00/hour (final compensation discussed during the interview).

Flexible start dates and seasonal timelines.

Benefits: Full-time employees may be eligible for a Health Spending Account after three months (amount discretionary). Additional insurance options may be introduced in the future. Staff discount.

Equity & Inclusion

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and particularly encourage individuals with a strong connection to Haida Gwaii and applicants from equity-seeking groups, including Indigenous peoples.

How to Apply

Please send a short introduction and resume to: info@crystalcabingallery.ca