Are you passionate about social media and looking to make a real impact in the arts? We are seeking a creative Social Media volunteer to help us expand our digital presence. Join us in our mission to make art accessible for all and support emerging artists!

About Us
The Upstairs Art Gallery is a 100% non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting emerging artists and making art accessible to all. Located in the historic Lopdell House in Titirangi, we provide a platform for local artists to exhibit their work and connect with the community. Through exhibitions and events, we foster creativity and offer a space where artists and art lovers alike can come together. All proceeds go directly toward supporting our artists and enriching the local arts scene.

Role Overview
As our Social Media volunteer, you’ll have the freedom to think outside the box and get creative with video content that truly grabs attention on Instagram. Your mission? To create fun and inspiring reels that resonate with our target audience and make an impact. We’re all about inspiring our audience, and your content can do just that!

Key Responsibilities

• Generate creative content ideas that reflect the gallery’s values and exhibits.

• Stay up-to-date with social media trends to keep our content fresh and engaging.

• Create and post a minimum of 2 Instagram Reels per week. 

• Analyse performance and use learnings to optimise your video content.

Skills

• Knowledge of social media platforms and Instagram Reels editing

• Knowledge of other online marketing areas like Google Ads, SEO, and website conversion optimisation is a plus, but not essential 

Time Commitment

• Minimum availability of 3 hours per week

• Flexible work arrangement: you can work on location in our beautiful gallery in Lopdell House or from the comfort of your home.

What You’ll Gain

• A great opportunity to build your CV, particularly if you’re looking to progress in the online marketing or arts sectors

• Creative freedom to express your ideas in an artistic environment

• Free gallery membership, including a 10% discount on any purchases from our gift shop

• If you are a creator yourself: opportunity to sell your own art work in our curated shop space and exhibit during member shows

• Be part of exclusive exhibition openings, with the chance to view new works first

• The chance to work from a beautiful location, surrounded by art and nature in the Titirangi bush

If you have an affinity for social media, a creative mind, and a passion for the arts, we’d love to hear from you! No extensive work experience is required—just a love for storytelling through content.

Interested?
Contact us at 021 070 2513
Or e-mail gallery@upstairs.org.nz