Front Desk Reception/Administration
About this opportunity
Umbrella Studio Contemporary Arts is an independent platform for contemporary and experimental arts practice operating on Gurambilbarra Wulgurukaba and Bindal Country (Townsville, North Queensland). Umbrella was established in 1986 as a working studio and artist-run initiative by a group of emerging Townsville artists. Since those early years Umbrella has been transformed from an artist collective, offering practical studio-based facilities, to a funded and professionally managed members-based contemporary arts organisation. Umbrella runs annual program of onsite and touring exhibitions, public programs, arts residencies, makerspace access, professional development programs, special events and a biannual festival, Pop Up North Queensland (PUNQ). Umbrella is integral to our region’s thriving culture and creative economy.
Opportunities exist for individuals to participate as volunteers in all areas of Umbrella’s operations, thus receiving valuable industry experience and professional guidance in all aspects of contemporary visual arts. We are particularly looking for friendly administration / reception volunteers who can greet visitors in our gallery. We are also looking for people to fill in as on-call / backup volunteers – for when our regular volunteers are sick or unable to attend shifts.
Volunteering is a great way to engage regularly with our art and creative projects, boost your network, make new like-minded friends and learn new skills. We offer a supportive environment, inductions and ongoing training. Umbrella is committed to involving its members, artists, students and other interested people from the community in both our daily and long-term activities.
Other benefits for volunteering with Umbrella include:
- Work with nationally recognised artists and see behind the scenes of a professional art gallery
- Join networks of artists, members and volunteers
- Enhance your resume with experience working in tourism & events, marketing and visual arts
Volunteer tasks and responsibilities
- Front desk reception
- Administration tasks
- Processing sales
- Gallery invigilation
- General housekeeping
Morning Shifts: 9am-1pm (4 hours) available Tuesday-Sunday. Afternoon Shifts: 1pm-5pm (4 hours) available Tuesday-Friday.
Suitable for- Centrelink Volunteers
- Skilled Volunteers
- Work Experience
- Younger Volunteers, under 18
- Administration & Office Management
- Retail & Sales
Administration/Front desk Induction and Safe Manual Handling