Southern Alberta Art Gallery

VOLUNTEER

THANK YOU TO 2009 VOLUNTEERS!
We rely on the generous support of community members who donate their time to the various programs and activities at the Southern Alberta Art Gallery.  Our volunteers are involved in every aspect of the gallery; administrative duties, events, fundraising, education, tours, film screenings and installations are some of the areas with which our volunteers help. 

In 2009 SAAG volunteers contributed over 1,700 hours to the gallery. We are grateful for their support.

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 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
January – May 2010


For more information about any of these volunteer opportunities contact:
Christina Cuthbertson
Public Relations/Volunteer Manager
Phone: 430 327 8770 ext 4
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GIFT SHOP
If you have a passion for art, design and fashion then this is the perfect volunteer position for you!  The SAAG Gift Shop is currently looking for energetic, friendly volunteers who have an eye for detail and some experience in a retail setting.

We are looking for volunteers who are willing to assist the Visitor Services Manager with:
• cashier services
• stocking and organizing merchandise
• speaking with customers and answering questions
• helping with general cleaning and dusting of gift shop products
• wrapping gifts and creating gift baskets for customers

This position requires a minimum time commitment of two hours weekly.

 

INSTALLATIONS
Here’s your chance to experience the world of art from the other side, become an installation assistant at the Southern Alberta Art Gallery. Interact with artists and gain valuable professional experience in a respected contemporary art gallery. We’re looking volunteers with some experience in a gallery setting to help with the installation of the following exhibitions:

Manon de Pauw. Intrigues
Installation week: January 17 to 22

Nanna Debois Buhl Looking For Donkeys and Brendan Tang Manga Ormalu
Installation week: March 7 to 12

Art’s Alive and Well in the Schools
Installation week:  April 25 to May 1



BARTENDING
Are you a social butterfly?  Bartending is a great way to enjoy social functions at SAAG while lending a helping hand.  Talk to everyone at the party as you complete their drink orders.  If you’re outgoing and good with cash, this is the gig for you.  Upcoming events include:

Exhibition Opening Receptions:
Saturday, January 23, 7 to 11 PM
Saturday, March 13, 7 to 11 PM

Member Mania:
Friday, February 5, 6 to 11 PM

Happy Hour:
February 26, March 26, April 23 & May 28
5 to 8 PM



SAFARI TO THE GALLERY TOUR GUIDES
Safari to the Gallery is a fun way to teach students about the elements of art making while exploring the work of their peers in our annual Art’s Alive and Well in the Schools exhibition. This program is an excellent opportunity for career development for Art and Education students.