CMay Gallery
Los Angeles, CA
Gallery Assistant (Part-Time)
We are a contemporary art gallery in Los Angeles with active programming and international clientele. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual for our Gallery Assistant position. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is driven to learn about the art industry and passionate about art business. With this position, you will be responsible for hands-on management of an art gallery. This position requires you to wear many hats to be a valuable member of our team, as the day-to-day gallery maintenance involves a wide array of tasks and responsibilities.
REQUIREMENTS
- 1+ years of art gallery experience such as hands-on exhibition installation, art packing, and day-to-day gallery maintenance
- Highly detail-oriented, organized, and proactive
- Ability to learn fast and follow directions
- Punctual, reliable professional with strong work ethics
- Comfortable with physical work of handling art and maintenance of the gallery
DUTIES
- Greet gallery visitors, answer gallery phones, and facilitate client visits with staff
- Maintain general tidiness of the gallery and monitor supply levels
- Run errands and arrange gifts on behalf of gallery staff, as needed
- Manning the gallery independently (in the absence of the Director and Associate)
Executing administrative work (invoices, inventory, emails, phone calls, etc.)
- Support the gallery’s primary activities including installation and de-installation of exhibitions, art packing and shipping/transportation, logistics for art fairs, and maintenance of the gallery space and office
- Staff gallery events, including openings and art class,as required
- Gallery website updates and daily social media updates
DESIRED SKILLS AND QUALITIES
- Computer Savvy: Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Mailchimp, and Adobe Photoshop
- Working knowledge of social media marketing
- Bilingual (Korean)
- Office administration experience
- Pleasant mannerism to greet and converse with visitors
- Knowledge and passion for contemporary art
GALLERY HOURS: Tuesday – Saturday, 10am - 6pm
Please e-mail us at [email protected] with the following:
Cover letter and resume in PDF (or .doc format)
GALLERY ASSISTANT in the subject line
