First Nations Identifying Art Gallery Assistant - South Wharf, Australia - VIPeople

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FIRST NATION IDENTIFYING ART GALLERY ASSISTANT
THE LUME Melbourne

Job Title:
Art gallery assistant (First Nation Identifying)

Location:
Naarm/Melbourne, Australia

Job Type:
Casual
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VIPeople areseeking a Gallery Assistant to work at
THE LUME Melbourne to contribute to the audience's experience and understanding of First People's Art through cultural interpretation. Our current exciting experience Connection opened June 23rd. This experience brings together First Peoples' art, music and culture in an immersive new experience fusing the world's oldest continuous culture with the most cutting-edge technology.

Connection _will showcase original art by various First Nations artists. This is an exciting opportunity to express your creativity and knowledge of First Peoples' culture and history to education groups and general public audiences.

The LUME:

THE LUME Melbourne is the Southern Hemisphere's first purpose-built space to seamlessly animate art at a jaw-dropping scale. It has joined the ranks of this city's most prestigious art and cultural attractions.

THE LUME Melbourne's state-of-the-art design combines sights, sounds, tastes and aromas to give visitors a unique chance to enter into the world of the arts.

Both playful and profound, exhilarating and liberating, THE LUME Melbourne is an invitation to see art in a whole new light.

The position:

We are seeking a passionate and talented Gallery Assistant to join our team and contribute to the experience of First Peoples' Art.

In this role, you will be responsible for sharing the stories, histories, and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples alongside original artworks.

Experience working in art galleries is not essential, however, commitment to learning, proactiveness and feeling comfortable engaging with visitors is a must.

Your Key responsibilities

Provide context and interpretation for the art gallery visitors, with a focus on First Nation perspectives and experiences
Monitor visitors in the art gallery space and respond to enquiries with professionalism and cultural sensitivity
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, ensuring a positive customer experience
Maintain a strong understanding of the cultural protocols and sensitivities surrounding the experience and interpretation of First Peoples Art materials
Representing our brand values through the uniform and dress code provided
Leading small groups around the galley as part of a tour about the art
Liaising with TLM's school groups team and helping with welcome speeches

Your Qualifications

Welldeveloped interpersonal skills including the ability to engage educational and general audiences in concepts relating to Indigenous cultures
An understanding of First Peoples' cultures, histories, and protocols, and the ability to communicate this knowledge with visitors
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage a diverse range of visitors and stakeholders
A willingness to work collaboratively as part of a team, and the ability to take initiative and work independently when required
Desirable: Knowledge of contemporary art practices and art history, with a focus on First Peoples' art and artists
A valid Working With Children Check

If you identify as a First Nation, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person and have a passion for First Peoples' culture and art and are interested in sharing your knowledge and skills with gallery visitors, we strongly encourage you to express your interest in joining our team to work on an experience that showcases the richness and diversity of Indigenous art and culture.

You will have the opportunity to bring your unique perspectives and experiences to the role and contribute to the representation and celebration of First Nation cultures within the experience.

The LUME Melbourne and VIPeople are committed to practical action to reduce unemployment for First Peoples and build strong relationships that enhance respect between First Peoples and other Australians._
We recognise that we all have a role to play when it comes to reconciliation, and in playing our part we collectively build relationships and communities that value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories, cultures, and futures._

Job Type:
Casual

Salary:
$34.41 per hour

Schedule: