The Walker is committed to being an inclusive workplace. We are faithful to the letter and spirit of the laws that define equal employment opportunity and have pledged to affirmative action. Therefore, Walker Art Center will recruit, hire, promote and transfer qualified persons into all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, or military status.
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Career Opportunities
Digital Media Strategist
Full-time
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
The Walker Art Center is seeking an innovative and experienced Digital Media Strategist. The Digital Media Strategist’s primary focus is producing content that resonates and engages the Walker’s audiences through dynamic storytelling. This position is responsible for both the editorial strategy and distribution approach across channels. Reporting to the Director of Marketing & PR, the role is…
Bentson Archivist and Assistant Curator
Full-time
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Job Summary: Under the direction of the Director and Curator of Moving Image, the Bentson Archivist and Assistant Curator will oversee the administration and activation of this important collection. This grant-funded position will maintain collection records and databases, monitor and maintain both physical and digital assets, as well as create programming for Walker's Cinema, Mediatheque, and…
Moving Image Department Coordinator
Full-time
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Job Summary: The Department Coordinator provides a wide range of administrative and production support for the Moving Image department activities. This individual will help to coordinate office work flow and projects; assist with marketing and outreach efforts by creating and managing digital assets; coordinate technical and production details for MI programs and events; accurately maintain…
Member Relations Coordinator
Full-time
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Daily data entry and deposit for Basic Membership sales transactions and other funds as necessary. Reconcile Basic Membership monthly deposits with Accounting. Coordinate all gift acknowledgements and fulfillment materials for Basic Members and other donors as necessary. Correspond with Basic Members via phone, e-mail, and mail. Support membership events and assist with development events as…
Installation Support Technician
Part-time
Minneapolis, MN
Part-time
The Installation Support Technician is a part-time role providing staff support for the Collections and Exhibition Management Department. Individuals in this role will report to the Lead Preparator. This position is a minimum of 21 hours per week and can flex up to 35 hours or more during exhibition installation. Project assignments will focus on supporting activities related to the…
Curator, Visual Arts
Full-time
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
JOB SUMMARY The Curator contributes to the artistic excellence of the Walker’s Visual Arts Department, playing a key role in the conceptualization and implementation of timely and innovative exhibitions, programs, publications, and acquisitions, and coordinating special initiatives within the Visual Arts department. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Curatorial Generate timely and relevant…
Gallery Assistant
Part-time
Minneapolis, MN
Part-time
The Walker Art Center has an immediate opening for a part-time Gallery Assistant to join our enthusiastic and talented Public Engagement, Learning and Impact team. RESPONSIBILITIES Customer Service: Places the highest priority on customer service. Acknowledges and/or greets visitors and staff in a friendly and welcoming manner. Helps create an inclusive and welcoming environment…
Visitor Experience Associate
Part-time
Minneapolis, MN
Part-time
The Walker Art Center has an immediate opening for a part-time Visitor Experience Associate to join our enthusiastic and talented Public Engagement, Learning and Impact team. The Walker places the highest priority on the visitor experience and strives to provide a supportive and respectful environment for all who visit this remarkable institution. All visitor-facing teams share responsibility…
The Walker Art Center has an immediate opening for a Seasonal Visitor Experience Associate to join our enthusiastic and talented Public Engagement, Learning and Impact team. The Walker places the highest priority on the visitor experience and strives to provide a supportive and respectful environment for all who visit this remarkable institution. All visitor-facing teams share responsibility…
Overhire - Lighting Technician
Project-based
Minneapolis, MN
Project-based
JOB SUMMARY The lighting technician provides support to live artistic programming at the Walker Art Center under the supervision of Walker full-time staff. These lighting technicians support the wide range of technical activities of a multi-jurisdictional arts center with programming support need on a show-by-show basis. RESPONSIBILITIES Theatrical lighting hang/focus/strike…
Overhire - Audio Technician
Project-based
Minneapolis, MN
Project-based
JOB SUMMARY The audio technician provides support to live artistic programming at the Walker Art Center under the supervision of Walker full-time staff. These audio technicians support the wide range of technical activities of a multi-jurisdictional arts center with programming support need on a show-by-show basis. RESPONSIBILITIES Backline setup/troubleshooting Able read and set…
Overhire - Wardrobe Technician
Project-based
Minneapolis, MN
Project-based
JOB SUMMARY The wardrobe technician provides support to live artistic programming at the Walker Art Center under the supervision of Walker full-time staff. These technicians support the wide range of technical activities of a multi-jurisdictional arts center with programming support need on a show-by-show basis. RESPONSIBILITIES Light sewing and repairs of theatrical costumes…
Overhire - Video Technician
Project-based
Minneapolis, MN
Project-based
JOB SUMMARY The video technician provides support to live artistic programming at the Walker Art Center under the supervision of Walker full-time staff. RESPONSIBILITIES Video set up from layout drawings/information Q-Lab programming and operation Live video mixing Troubleshooting a wide variety of video gear REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES 2 years in audio video (AV) set up…
Overhire - Stage Hand
Project-based
Minneapolis, MN
Project-based
JOB SUMMARY The Theater Technician provides technical support to Walker Art Center programming as assigned. These technicians support the wide range of technical activities of a multi-jurisdictional arts center with programming support need on a show-by-show basis (part time/occasional). RESPONSIBILITIES Support live artistic programming as a theatrical technician under the supervision of…
Donor Relations Coordinator
Full-time
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Reporting to the Associate Director, Annual Fund and Membership, the Donor Relations Coordinator provides critical support for the Development Department to ensure that donors to the Walker Art Center receive the highest quality experience and service. The Donor Relations Coordinator serves as the first line of communication with donors ($250 and above) and oversees the day-to-day administrative…
Manager of Interpretation
Full-time
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
The Manager of Interpretation will apply a knowledge of contemporary art history, accessibility, and learning theory to facilitate access to our programs and exhibitions for audiences with a wide range of learning needs, styles and interests, from K-12 to adult learners. This individual will report to the Head of Public Engagement, Learning and Impact (PELI), and will work collaboratively across…
The position is a part of a team who, collectively, will champion exemplary visitor experiences for Walker visitors. This individual will specifically coordinate and facilitate volunteer intake and orientation. They will work to improve the visitor and volunteer experiences by supervising and directly implementing the services and resources necessary to deeply engage with Walker programs and…
Security Guard
Full-time
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
The Control Center serves as the central communications hub for emergency radio and telephone communications for the Walker Art Center. The Control Guard helps to provide 24/7/365 monitoring of the Walker’s security, life safety and operational systems and responds accordingly if an emergency or issue arises. Control Guards back up, help support, and assists the Chief Guards and Security…