Head of Art Sales & Exhibitions

Tashkeel; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Tashkeel is seeking an experienced Art Sales Exhibitions & Collections Manager to lead exhibitions, art sales strategy, collector relations and artwork management in Dubai. The role combines culture and commerce with a focus on revenue generation and partnerships.

The candidate should have 7+ years in relevant sectors, strong sales experience, and a deep understanding of contemporary art and design within the UAE and beyond.

Qualifications

• Requires 7+ years in commercial galleries, art advisory, auction houses, art fairs or cultural institutions.
• Strong understanding of contemporary art and design within UAE and international context.
• Experience managing exhibitions from concept through installation and sales.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial sales across exhibitions, fairs, private viewings and client outreach.
• Develop and expand collector, consultant and corporate databases; build relationships with collectors, interior designers, architects, curators and cultural institutions.
• Oversee planning and delivery of exhibitions onsite and offsite; manage scheduling, budgeting, logistics and installation.

Skills

Sales strategy

Collector relations

Exhibitions management

Art market knowledge

Client development

Job description

Organization Tashkeel Location Nad Al Sheba 1 Dubai UAE Job Type Full-Time Position Overview Tashkeel is seeking an experienced commercially driven and culturally engaged Art Sales Exhibitions amp Collections Manager to lead the organization s exhibitions art sales strategy collector relations and artwork management operations This role requires a highly resourceful individual with a minimum of seven years of experience within commercial galleries art advisory auction houses art fairs or cultural institutions with a strong commercial focus The successful candidate must possess a deep understanding of contemporary art and design alongside proven experience in sales client development exhibition management and collections administration The role sits at the intersection of culture and commerce The candidate will oversee the planning and delivery of exhibitions while actively driving revenue generation through artwork and design sales relationship management partnerships and collector engagement The role also requires close collaboration with artists designers curators consultants collectors interior designers corporate clients and cultural stakeholders both locally and internationally Alongside exhibitions and sales Art Sales Exhibitions amp Collections Manager will oversee artwork inventory systems consignment management collection tracking pricing coordination and artwork logistics while ensuring the highest standards of professionalism intellectual presentation and operational organization This role is designed for an individual who is both culturally engaged and commercially motivated The position includes performance-based incentives tied to successful sales generation collector development and commercial growth The role also includes oversight and coordination of Tashkeel s artist development initiatives including residency and mentorship-based programmes ensuring all programme outcomes publications exhibitions and public engagement initiatives are delivered to the highest standard This is a senior position suited to an individual who understands how to build long-term cultural and commercial value within the UAE s growing creative economy

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Sales amp Collector Relations

• Lead visual art and design sales across exhibitions fairs private viewings and client outreach initiatives
• Develop and expand Tashkeel s collector client consultant and corporate database
• Cultivate relationships with collectors interior designers architects curators hospitality groups developers and cultural institutions
• Work closely with the Tashkeel Consultant and leadership team on sales strategies and commercial growth opportunities
• Develop sales forecasts pricing strategies and revenue targets for exhibitions and projects
• Coordinate artwork sales invoicing processes certificates of authenticity and artwork deliveries
• Identify and pursue partnerships commissions sponsorships and acquisition opportunities
• Strengthen Tashkeel s presence within the regional and international art market

Exhibitions amp Programming

• Manage the planning and delivery of all exhibitions onsite and offsite subject to Director approval
• Oversee exhibition scheduling budgeting logistics installation deinstallation and artwork transportation
• Coordinate exhibition production timelines with artists fabricators installers and fine art handlers
• Work closely with artists and designers on artwork production and presentation
• Develop exhibition activation programmes including talks guided tours workshops collector events and public programming
• Manage applications and participation in art fairs and related cultural platforms
• Maintain high standards of curatorial presentation exhibition storytelling and visitor experience

Collections amp Artwork Management

• Maintain full inventory control of artworks under Tashkeel s management including consignments owned works editions and commissioned projects
• Oversee artwork database systems pricing records condition reporting and artwork documentation
• Ensure all artwork movements consignments and returns are properly documented and signed
• Coordinate storage packing transportation and artwork handling procedures
• Work closely with the administrative and accounts teams to maintain accurate records and reporting

Publications Writing amp Communications

• Lead exhibition key messaging and interpretive content development
• Oversee exhibition texts wall texts catalogues price lists and written curatorial material
• Support the marketing team with press releases PR toolkits website content and social media direction relating to exhibitions and sales
• Proofread and ensure consistency across all exhibition communications and publications
• Coordinate with designers translators printers and production teams to ensure timely delivery of all exhibition collateral

Artist Development amp Programmes

• Support and monitor the delivery of Tashkeel s residency and mentorship programmes including Critical Practice and artist development initiatives
• Coordinate programme scheduling artist onboarding agreements mentorship logistics and exhibition outcomes
• Work closely with artists mentors consultants and the wider Tashkeel team to ensure programme success
• Contribute to strengthening Tashkeel s role in supporting contemporary art and design practice in the UAE

Team Collaboration amp Operations

• Work closely with the Director General Manager marketing team consultants and wider Tashkeel departments
• Contribute to strategic planning relating to exhibitions sales partnerships and audience development
• Produce presentations reports and sales summaries when required
• Support broader organizational initiatives and special projects where necessary

This position offers a competitive base salary based on experience alongside a performance-based incentive structure tied to exhibition and artwork sales targets Once agreed sales targets are achieved a percentage of profits from confirmed sales generated by the candidate will be allocated accordingly Minimum 7 years of experience in commercial galleries, art advisory, auction houses, art fairs, or contemporary cultural institutions. Proven experience in artwork sales, collector relations, and commercial client development. Strong understanding of contemporary art and design within the UAE and international context. Experience managing exhibitions from concept through installation and sales. Strong administrative and organizational skills with experience managing artwork inventories and collections.