A contemporary art gallery is looking for a hands-on gallery assistant/registrar. It is a role for an administrator with existing art gallery or museum experience that will allow you to grow with the gallery and to play a significant role in its operations.

The assistant would be fulfilling the following tasks:

create check lists, PDFs, mailings, sales materials, press releases and inventory lists, manage client base. Administration is in the core of this role, so attention to detail is key.
edit images in Photoshop and InDesign and create invites, wall signs and other visuals. The knowledge of this software is important.
manage website, Artsy, Seesaw and other online platforms
greet visitors and act as the first point of contact for the gallery. Polished demeanor necessary.
liaise with artists, photographer, coordinate shipments and occasionally manage art handlers during installations
assist with organizing openings and events, so occasionally staying after hours
perform other administrative and registrarial tasks as needed

Requirements:

Experience working for a contemporary art gallery or museum required

Knowledge of Google Suite, Office Suite, Adobe Suite and Photoshop required. If you have experience in designing exhibition brochures and art fair booths – a huge plus

Art writing and editing skills or at least just solid writing skills needed

Solid organization skills and acute attention to detail are a must

Strong people skills as this would be a public facing role

Familiarity with local and international art shipping practices, packing, crating and installation, experience in stretching canvases - all of it or some is a plus

Degree in art or art history preferred

Positive and proactive attitude and mature approach to challenges required

Start date:

Immediate

Application Instructions / Public Contact Information

Please apply via NYFA with a resume and a cover letter describing your relevant experience in one PDF

Contemporary art gallery in downtown Manhattan jobs

Gallery Assistant