Wood Personnel Services is partnering with a local art museum in Nashville, TN to hire a Gallery Attendant for a special exhibition running from September through early January. The ideal candidate will have academic or professional experience in Art History, Museum Studies, Fine Arts, Arts Administration, Art Education, or a related field, along with strong communication skills and a passion for engaging with museum visitors. The role combines visitor engagement, exhibition support, and hands-on interaction with immersive technology in a museum environment.

Gallery Attendant Compensation and Hours:

$17-19 an hourTemporary assignment running September 2026 through January 2027Regular schedule is Thursday through Monday, with Tuesdays and Wednesdays off; evening and weekend availability is required.

Opportunity to gain experience in a professional museum setting while supporting a featured exhibition

Gallery Attendant Skills and Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent requiredAcademic or professional experience in Art History, Museum Studies, Fine Arts, Art Education, Arts Administration, Visual Arts, or a related discipline strongly preferredAbility to discuss artwork, exhibitions, and cultural topics with visitors in a professional and engaging mannerStrong communication and interpersonal skillsPrevious experience in a museum, gallery, arts organization, educational environment, or visitor-facing role preferredComfortable learning and supporting virtual reality and exhibit technologyAbility to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workdayHighly dependable with strong attention to detail and professionalism Responsibilities of the Gallery AttendantWelcome visitors and create a positive, engaging experience within the exhibition spaceIntroduce guests to the virtual reality experience and provide clear instructions for participationAssist visitors with the proper use of VR equipment and answer questions throughout their experienceMonitor gallery activity to help ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for all participantsShare information about featured artwork, artists, and exhibition themes following museum trainingObserve equipment performance and communicate technical concerns as neededClean, sanitize, organize, and prepare headsets and accessories between usesRecharge and maintain exhibit equipment to ensure daily operational readinessAssist with visitor flow and general exhibition support throughout operating hoursMaintain a clean, organized, and professional presentation of the gallery environmentPerform additional duties that support visitor services and exhibition operations as needed This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a special museum exhibition while working at the intersection of art, visitor engagement, and emerging technology.