GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee all administrative aspects of inventory control, including cataloguing incoming/outgoing inventory, generating condition reports, data entry (ArtSystems software), coordinating outgoing and incoming consignments, and domestic as well as international shipping arrangements through FedEx.
- Pack framed & unframed artwork for shipment which may include the construction of crates and boxes.
- Prepare crates and inventory for international art fairs.
- Coordinate and purchase supplies and services from outside vendors. Track expenses and costs.
- Exhibition preparation and installation including matting, fitting, framing, positioning, lighting, and hanging (including large, oversized framed work)
- Assist staff members with client presentations.
- Minor maintenance of the gallery building (including painting and small repairs)
ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS:
This gallery position is 75% inventory control & data management and 25% installation and prepator duties.
- This is an extremely detail oriented position. Candidate must be meticulous, exceptionally detailed oriented, and thorough.
- A good memory and ability to quickly recall information is a must.
- Ability and willingness to work equally well with a team and independently is required.
- Ability to take direction from other staff members and collaborate together on projects.
- Strong organizational skills required.
- Ability to work independently, multi-task efficiently, prioritize, and stay on task with multiple projects at hand in an intense and fast paced and environment.
GALLERY REQUIREMENTS:
- Very strong written and verbal communication skills required
- Must be familiar with the Fine Art edition structures, handling of Fine Art photographs, and the use of archival materials
- Must be familiar with gallery installation methods and hanging tools/equipment
- Must be familiar with basic framing methods
- PC and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, & Outlook) proficient
- Accuracy with numbers, measuring, fractions, and math skills required
- Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
- Adobe Photoshop Proficient (scanning, cropping, and resizing of images)
Ideal candidate would have prior museum or gallery experience of 3 to 5 years. Knowledge of the History of Photography and Contemporary Photography is greatly preferred. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Please email a cover letter with resume and references to [email protected].
