Lucas Museum of Narrative Art

Lucas Museum of Narrative Art

Retail Associate

Los Angeles

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 9 days ago
SalesInventory ManagementCustomer SupportShopifyCommunicationProblem SolvingCritical Thinking

About the role

  • Reporting to the Assistant Manager, the Retail Associate serves as a key ambassador of the museum brand, delivering an elevated guest-centered experience within a thoughtfully curated retail environment.
  • This position requires morning availability, and may require early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

  • Invests time in planning, discovery, and reflection to drive better decisions and more efficient implementations.
  • Create a healthy and durable institution.

Requirements

  • The physical demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, up to 8 hours per shift.
  • Ability to frequently bend, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb stairs as needed.
  • Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 25 pounds, including wheelchairs, stanchions, signage, guest service equipment, and other operational materials.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with guests and colleagues in person, by telephone, and over two-way radio.
  • Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions.
  • Experience within an arts and cultural organization or high-volume setting with elevated guest service standards desired
  • Proficiency in POS systems
  • Experience with cash handling procedures and compliance.
  • Customer-facing and/or sales experience in premium retail, hospitality, cultural, or service- oriented, high-touch environments preferred
  • open to all experience levels and candidates with transferable experience are encouraged to apply
  • Must have morning availability, and may require early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive sales through thoughtful product recommendations, relationship building, and conversion techniques
  • Understanding of retail operations, including inventory management, quality assurance, and RFID inventory systems
  • Strong attention to detail, with the ability to maintain visually compelling, gallery-inspired merchandising displays
  • Exceptional communication skills with a polished and professional presence
  • Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, evenings, and special museum programs, exhibitions, and events
  • EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND OUR COMMITMENT TO DEAIB The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents and supports a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. The Lucas Museum fosters a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment, whether based on race, national origin, gender, gender expression, religion, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other criterion prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the best qualified people from a diverse candidate pool. Applications from traditionally underrepresented communities are encouraged. The statements in this description represent typical elements, criteria, and general work performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the job. *************************************************************************************************************** MISSION AND VISION The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is dedicated to the art of illustrated stories. Our mission is to inspire and connect people through the exploration of visual stories and their influences in society. VALUES Our internal and external practices are shaped by the following beliefs and behaviors. People First: We meet people wherever they are (physically, intellectually, emotionally). Our inclusive practice connects who people are and what they find emotional in works of art. Inspired: We believe that art can move you to feel, think, reflect, and act. Collaborative: We believe that nimble thinking and working together yield exponential results. STRATEGIC PRIORITIES Narrative Art: Amplify the social impact of storytelling and illustration. Community: Connect to a broad and diverse public. Operational Excellence: Create a healthy and durable institution. All staff at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art lead through a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, both within the Museum and with the communities that we serve. Salary and titles will be assigned commensurate to the successful candidates' education and experience. An attractive compensation package will be offered to the successful candidate(s).

Nice to have

  • C ustomer-facing and/ or sales experience in premium retail, hospitality, cultural, or service- oriented, high-touch environments preferred
  • experience with Shopify or Square is a plus

Compensation

  • Salary and titles will be assigned commensurate to the successful candidates' education and experience.

Benefits

  • All staff at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art lead through a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, both within the Museum and with the communities that we serve.
  • Salary and titles will be assigned commensurate to the successful candidates' education and experience.

Company info

  • ABOUT THE LUCAS MUSEUM OF NARRATIVE ART Opening in September 2026, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is dedicated to illustrated storytelling.
  • Founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson, the museum's collection features works by artists including Norman Rockwell, Kadir Nelson, Jessie Willcox Smith, N.
  • Wyeth, Beatrix Potter, Judith F.
  • Baca, Frida Kahlo, and Maxfield Parrish; as well as comic art legends such as Winsor McCay, Jack Kirby, Frank Frazetta, Alison Bechdel, Chris Ware, and R.
  • Crumb; and photographers Gordon Parks, Henri Cartier-Bresson, and Dorothea Lange.
  • The Museum also houses the Lucas Archives, containing models, props, concept art, and costumes from Lucas's filmmaking career.
  • Designed by Ma Yansong of MAD with a landscape by Mia Lehrer of Studio-MLA, the Museum is in Exposition Park, Los Angeles, on an 11-acre campus that includes new green space and a 300,000-square-foot building with galleries, two theaters, a library, restaurant, café, retail store, and community spaces.

Equal opportunity

  • AND OUR COMMITMENT TO DEAIB The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art embraces diversity and equal opportunity.
  • We are committed to building a team that represents and supports a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.
  • The Lucas Museum fosters a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment, whether based on race, national origin, gender, gender expression, religion, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other criterion prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
  • We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the best qualified people from a diverse candidate pool.
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