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Gagosian seeks a polished, energetic Gallery Assistant, with knowledge and passion for the arts, to work with the public in an administrative capacity. The ideal candidate will be friendly yet professional, maintain composure under pressure, has excellent judgment and ability to prioritize, a great memory for faces, and must have outstanding phone manner. The position schedule is Tuesday–Saturday, 9:30am–6pm, with additional hours for openings and events.
Job Responsibility:
Maintain a welcoming and professional reception area
greet and assist visitors, provide information about current exhibitions and gallery programs, and manage high-volume phone and email inquiries with poise and efficiency
Assist the Gallery openings, special events and meetings, such as the preparation of beverages, room reservations, press packets, catalogues, etc
Management and upkeep of the gallery database
Prepare gallery finance reports, maintain credit card receipts, and review and pay shipping invoices
Learn faces and names of those within the industry
Interact with gallery employees, interns, and clients at all levels
Receive, organize, and distribute mail to staff
Maintain a clean and tidy reception area
Prepare overnight shipments and messenger deliveries, book reservations for appointments, order supplies, and schedule security guards
Ability to work after hours for certain client viewings, openings and events
Assist staff with ad hoc projects as requested
Requirements:
BA and/or Master’s degree in Art History or related field
Minimum one year’s experience in a gallery or museum, including internship experience
What we offer:
Comprehensive benefits suite through Cigna, including a fully subsidized employee only level HSA plan
MetLife pet insurance
A 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
Employee discount on Gagosian products and publications
Corporate memberships to museums
Pre-tax flexible spending, dependent care, and commuter benefits