Cruise Ship Art Coordinator | Worldwide at Park West Gallery

Each Art Coordinator (AC) assists with program operations and logistics, and are an integral part of each cruise ship art program.

Art Coordinators are selected from a variety of multicultural backgrounds. Art Coordinators should be coachable, professional, and willing to learn. English proficiency and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. (23 kg) of equipment and supplies are required.

Art Coordinators have the opportunity to advance to the Art Associate job position when the necessary skills are demonstrated.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinate art displays for gallery events and art auctions in accordance with cruise ship safety standards and art handling best practices in a professional and enthusiastic manner.
• Supervise inventory of artwork, marketing collateral, and office supplies.
• Manage the quality and integrity of the onboard art collection, art gallery, and art storage areas in line with cruise ship safety standards.
• Lead a team of hired art movers, educating them on art handling best practices and cruise ship safety standards.
• Participate in all required shipboard safety trainings and drills.
• Be punctual to all Art Auction setups, seminar setups, and checkout setups. Arrive promptly when Team asks for assistance.
• Assist the Principal Auctioneer during auctions by gathering requested artwork, bringing artwork on and off the auction stage, managing artwork setup, and safely returning artwork to storage.
• Be coachable and willing to diversify your knowledge with the program, the collection, and logistics.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with shipboard management, staff, and crew while remaining compliant with cruise line operations and requirements.
• Be open to both positive feedback as well as constructive feedback.

Compensation:

Accommodations and meals on board are provided, as well as travel to and from ship assignments.

Art Coordinators are given a weekly base salary and branded polo shirts to be worn while on duty.