Sales Consultant

Gallery Sonder

The Sales Consultant will be the welcoming face of Gallery Sonder, engaging visitors, collectors, and designers with sincerity and expertise. This role blends client relations, sales strategy, and storytelling. You’ll help guests connect emotionally with the work on view, guide them through acquisition decisions, and support the Director in cultivating long-term collector relationships.

This position is ideal for someone who can translate enthusiasm into meaningful, lasting patronage.

This position offers an hourly rate of $20–30, commensurate with experience, with additional commission on art sales and opportunities for advancement as the gallery’s program and collector base continue to expand.

Responsibilities
  • Welcome guests and collectors with warmth and professionalism, creating an atmosphere of curiosity and connection.

  • Initiate and sustain conversations that lead to genuine engagement and sales opportunities.

  • Present artworks and artists’ narratives with insight and conviction, helping clients understand the artistic and cultural value of each piece.

  • Identify potential buyers and follow up thoughtfully to nurture ongoing relationships and close sales.

  • Support the Director in developing collector outreach strategies and coordinating private viewings.

  • Manage sales documentation including invoices, certificates of authenticity, and shipping logistics.

  • Maintain client records and correspondence within Salesforce & Artsy.

  • Participate in opening receptions, VIP previews, and gallery events with a focus on relationship development.

  • Uphold the visual presentation of the gallery and ensure each visitor experience reflects the gallery’s elevated standards.

  • Handle all interactions and information with discretion and professionalism.

Requirements
  • Minimum 1 year of experience in gallery sales, luxury retail, or high-end client relations.

  • Proven ability to engage clients with confidence, empathy, and storytelling.

  • Deep appreciation for art, design, and culture with the ability to communicate ideas clearly and authentically.

  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong follow-up and CRM proficiency.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence; poised under pressure.

  • Flexible schedule with availability for evenings, weekends, and special events.

  • Self-motivated, polished, and passionate about fostering long-term collector relationships.

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a brief note about your experience and connection to contemporary art to

info@gallerysonder.com, with the subject line:

“Sales Consultant Application – [Your Name]”

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Posted on August 27