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
The Walker Art Center is seeking a talented and motivated Marketing and Public Relations Coordinator to assist in all aspects of departmental planning and coordination. Reporting to the Associate Director, Marketing and Communications, this role is part of the Marketing and PR Department. Primary responsibilities include: Working with staff members across Walker departments to compile…
Admissions and Box Office Manager
Full-time
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
This individual will work with the Director of Visitor Experience & Insights to ensure the box office team provides all Walker visitors with an engaging and exemplary guest experience. The position will lead a team of four full-time box office Specialists and part-time Associates as well as manage daily operations of front-line sales. This individual will work collaboratively across…
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…
Sales Associate (Part-Time)
Part-time
Minneapolis, MN
Part-time
The Walker Art Center is seeking a part-time Sales Associate to greet visitors, share our story, and help ensure extraordinary experiences and repeat visits. The Walker places the highest priority on establishing a warm and welcoming environment to all visitors. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Excellent customer service: greet, recommend merchandise, assess needs, listen to/respond…
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…
Youth Programs Coordinator
Full-time
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
We are seeking a Youth and Community Programs Coordinator to provide facilitation, recruitment, and administrative support to the Walker Art Center Teen Arts Council (WACTAC) program, and a range of projects with community partners. Established in 1994 as one of the first teen programs in the country, WACTAC is one of the Walker Art Center’s signature youth programs. This role is within the…
Digital Designer
Full-time
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
The Walker Art Center is more than a museum. We commission and present pioneering contemporary art; We foster collaboration among visual, performing, and media artists; We engage diverse audiences in the excitement of the creative process; We serve communities by inspiring and encouraging social and civic dialogue and participation; and We are home to the Minneapolis Sculpture…
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…
Overhire - Projectionist
Project-based
Minneapolis, MN
Project-based
JOB SUMMARY Project films and videos for the Walker Art Center Moving Image programming with attention to maintenance of content and artist interaction PAYRATE $28-$30/hour dependent on event duties RESPONSIBILITIES Act as projectionist for events requiring this expertise Coordinate ongoing program logistics with Walker service departments onsite at event…
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…
Lead Educator
Full-time
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
JOB SUMMARY The Lead Educator position supports various facets of learning programs at the Walker, including tours and workshops, teacher events, and the development of lesson plans and tour strategies for audiences of all ages. The lead educator also provides guidance to other members of the educator team through trainings, tour evaluation, and modeling best-practices in gallery teaching and…
Part-time Educator
Part-time
Minneapolis, MN
Part-time
JOB SUMMARY Walker Art Center Educators provide a welcoming and flexible approach to engaging a diverse range of visitors and guests with the programming and content of the museum through tours, workshops and other learning events. Through an intensive training that will be provided by the Walker Art Center, Educators will be able to facilitate inclusive conversation about Walker collections…
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 - 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 - 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…
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…
Assistant Curator
Full-time
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
JOB SUMMARY The Assistant Curator is responsible for advancing the Walker’s mission by assisting with, conceptualizing, and organizing exhibitions of contemporary art and periodic publications that present the work of both international and national artists. The Assistant Curator also plays an integral role in the acquisitions process, researching, recommending, and coordinating communications…
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…