The Gallery Assistant is responsible for a wide variety of administrative and organizational duties that support the team at Regen Projects. These duties may range from receptionist responsibilities to travel and event management. The Gallery Assistant must be knowledgeable of contemporary art and the Regen Projects program. This role handles a diversity of tasks and projects that are frequently time sensitive. This requires a Gallery Assistant who can manage multiple priorities with flexibility and the requisite attention to detail.
The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
Assist with gallery projects
Manage front desk and perform receptionist duties
Answer phone and manage phone system
Manage and update gallery calendar, voicemail and email signatures
Arrange travel and prepare itineraries for gallery directors
Attend and assist with gallery openings and events
Organize, plan, and coordinate gallery events including venues, vendors, invitations, seating, menu, etc.
Reference library management and organization
Catalogue sales and inventory management
Gallery errands as needed
Desired Skills and Experience:
Bachelors’ Degree in Fine Art, Art History, or a related field
Prior gallery or museum work experience
Knowledge of contemporary art and the gallery artists
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Personable, engaging, and amiable personality
Mac proficient
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, Adobe Acrobat Pro and Zoom
Valid driver license, insurance, and vehicle required for local travel and Company errands
Detail oriented in approach and accurate in execution
Strong planning and organization skills
Strong project management skills
Self-starter with strong initiative to deliver
Capable of managing multiple priorities in a high-pressure environment
Strong problem-solving skills
Collaborative
Passion for excellence
Artist and client focused
Strong teamwork values
Compensation:
This is a full-time, nonexempt position, Tuesday – Saturday, with flexibility needed on some evenings and weekends for special events. Salary range of $50,000 - $59,000 per year, depending on experience, including a comprehensive benefits package.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:
- Sedentary work that requires primarily sitting and standing.
Work Environment:
Typically, indoors in an office type environment
Some offsite travel and/or errands
Occasional after hours and weekend work
Please email cover letter (in body of email) with resume and references attached as one PDF and ‘Gallery Assistant’ as the email subject heading to careers@regenprojects.com.