DAVID KRUT PROJECTS ARTSPACE, NEW YORK – POSITION AVAILABLE TO START JANUARY 2025
PART-TIME GALLERY ADMINISTRATOR, RISING TO CO-MANAGER
APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 22, 2024
START DATE: January 7, 2025
POSITION TITLE: Gallery Administrator
SALARY: $20 - $30/hour
ABOUT DAVID KRUT PROJECTS
David Krut Projects Artspace, New York works closely with an arts resource in Johannesburg which has a printmaking workshop, bookstore, gallery and is also credited as the first publisher of artists books in South Africa. It focuses on collaborations and training for long term careers in the arts and literature. The space in New York provides a platform for established and emerging young artists from South Africa as well as collaborating with American artists, publishers and workshops.
David Krut Projects Artspace, New York was established in September 2001 in the West Chelsea Building. The space opened attached to a printmaking workshop where David Krut was able to continue his collaboration with William Kentridge, which now spans 30 years. The gallery has proved to be a great launchpad for emerging artists and hosted the first New York exhibitions for William Kentridge, El Anatsui, Aida Muluneh, and Santu Mofokeng.
While continuing to work with established names, David Krut Projects is equally committed to discovering new South African artists with fresh visions and ideas, who often need stronger support to gain recognition beyond the African continent. To this aim, the gallery’s most recent program is the ongoing initiative: “South African Artists in New York.” Several extraordinary artists and artworks will be showcased in 2024, with more to come to the gallery and for the inaugural Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair in Spring 2025.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
David Krut Projects Artspace, New York is seeking a part-time Gallery Administrator with experience in sales to act as the gallery’s administrative lead and to assist with the expansion of its audience and activities.
The position will be part-time to start, with the potential to rise to full-time Co-Manager with benefits (paid time off, healthcare stipend and pretax transit pass). Hours will typically fall between 10am-6pm Tuesday-Saturday. Occasional availability may be required during evenings and weekends for scheduled openings and events.
As part of a small team, this position provides an excellent opportunity for innovation, growth and on-the-job learning. It is ideal for an individual wanting to acquire the knowledge and skills to secure a long-term career in a small gallery and allows a great deal of independence.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Working closely with our Programs Manager and large resource team in Johannesburg, the Gallery Administrator will primarily be responsible for:
- Day-to-day operations of the gallery working in collaboration with the existing staff members and the South African support team
- Building and maintaining relationships with collectors, artists, professional contacts and art lovers. Engaging with visitors by answering questions, offering information about exhibitions, and providing background information about artists and their work
- Joint responsibility for social media and maintenance of Artsy, Artnet and other online platforms
- Building our mailing list and social media following with a focus on gaining more audience awareness of our existence
- Ongoing promotion of our “South African Artists in New York” program
- Promoting the awareness of our gallery being a go-to place to learn about the editioned art of William Kentridge
Day-to-day tasks may include, but are not limited to:
- Data Entry: Maintenance of internal databases and spreadsheets in addition to maintenance of Artsy, Artnet and other online platforms
- Marketing and Social Media: Assisting with maintaining and building our mailing list and social media following. Assisting with scheduling social media posts, newsletters and announcements with Mailchimp, and other marketing tasks as needed.
- Art Handling: Handling artworks during client meetings, inventory checks, installations etc.
- Packaging & Shipping: Packaging artworks for domestic and international shipments. Quoting & scheduling shipments, facilitating package pick-ups and managing communication with clients about their shipments.
- Sales & Promo Materials: Assisting with sales, sales documents and exhibition checklists, catalogues, brochures, postcards etc.
- Filing: Promptly filing all papers, documents and digital files
- Gallery Maintenance: Assisting with organizing, spackling, and painting as needed
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 2-3 years of related work experience at an art gallery, printmaking workshop, or similar environment, preferably in a public-facing role
- Pursuing a long-term career in arts administration. Interested in learning more about the inner workings, including elementary accounting, of a small business and taking on more responsibility over time
- Experience with handling works on paper. Interest and a sound knowledge of printmaking.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
- A self-starter who can take initiative within a small team, works well collaboratively and independently, and follows through on all projects
- Skilled multi-tasker. Prioritizes tasks and maintains flexibility with a professional attitude.
- Strong attention to detail
- Comfortable with occasional light-to-moderate physical activity
Application Instructions / Public Contact InformationAPPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Applicants should submit a resumé, cover letter including available start date, and contact details for (2) professional references to dknyhiring2024@gmail.com with the subject line: GALLERY ADMINISTRATOR 2024”.
Please note that candidates rarely ever meet 100% of the preferred qualifications - if much of this listing describes you, we encourage you to apply!
Application Deadline11/22/2024
