Gallery Manager

JotForm Inc; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading art organization is seeking an experienced Gallery Manager to oversee exhibitions, sales strategy, and mentorship initiatives. The role is full-time and focuses on curating high-caliber visual arts programming while managing artist relations and publications. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational and communication skills, and an ability to support the development of contemporary artists in the UAE.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience in curatorial practices.
• Ability to manage exhibitions and artist relations.

Responsibilities

• Lead Tashkeel’s art and design exhibitions.
• Oversee exhibition planning and sales strategy.
• Mentor UAE-based contemporary artists.
• Collaborate with mentors, consultants, and the team.
• Support the Critical Practice Programme and public showcases.

Skills

Exhibition management

Gallery operations

Communications

Curatorial writing

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Gallery Manager to lead Tashkeel’s art and design exhibitions, sales, and mentorship initiatives. This full-time role is central to curating visual arts programming, delivering high-calibre exhibitions, and managing the Critical Practice Programme — a year-long artist mentorship initiative that culminates in public showcases and publications.

You will oversee exhibition planning, sales strategy, artist relations, publications, and curatorial writing, while working closely with mentors, consultants, and the wider Tashkeel team. With strong organizational, communication, and curatorial skills, you will shape meaningful experiences for audiences and support UAE-based contemporary artists throughout their development.