Gallery Associate

WASUKA ART AGENCY INTERNATIONAL LLP; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Wasuka Art in Singapore is seeking a Gallery Associate to support sales, daily operations, marketing and exhibitions. You will learn about our artists, help visitors connect with artworks and assist clients through the buying process.

This role emphasizes initiative, attention to detail and a willingness to learn. You’ll work five days a week with a hybrid schedule, including occasional evenings and travel for events.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in sales or customer-facing roles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn about artists and artworks to share their stories with visitors.

Skills

Sales experience

Interest in art

Customer service

Organised

Tech-savvy

Adaptable

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Instagram

Facebook

TikTok

LinkedIn

Telegram

Photoshop

Canva

CapCut

ChatGPT

Claude

Job description

About Wasuka Art

Wasuka Art is an independent Singapore gallery representing local and regional artists. Our purpose is to help artists build sustainable livelihoods through their art and make collecting original art possible for more people.

We create opportunities for our artists through exhibitions, art fairs and programmes that connect their work with collectors, homes and businesses.

Our gallery in Joo Chiat is designed to feel like a home rather than a conventional gallery. It is a welcoming, comfortable space for visitors and the people who work here. The setting also shows how art can become part of everyday life.

About the role:

We are looking for a Gallery Associate to support the gallery’s sales, daily operations, marketing and exhibitions.

Every part of the work contributes to helping people discover and collect art. From understanding our artists and maintaining accurate artwork records to assisting clients and preparing exhibitions, the role offers hands‑on experience in how a gallery operates.Prior gallery experience is not required. We value initiative, attention to detail and a willingness to learn.

What you’ll do:

Sales & Client Relationships

• Learn about our artists and artworks so you can share their stories and answer questions.
• Help visitors feel at ease, understand their interests and explore artworks that appeal to them.
• Guide clients towards buying art with confidence and build relationships through thoughtful follow-ups.

Inventory & Sales Administration

• Accurate inventory and sales records help us answer enquiries, sell art and complete each sale properly.
• Update artwork inventory, prices and sales records.
• Help prepare quotations, invoices, artwork documents and deliveries.
• Keep the gallery looking good and ready for visitors.

Marketing, Exhibitions & Events

• Exhibitions, social media and events help people discover our artists and find art they want to buy.
• Help prepare social media content, photographs and exhibition materials.
• Update artwork information on our website and online catalogue.
• Assist with exhibitions, art fairs, workshops and gallery events.

Who we’re looking for:

• Comfortable engaging with people, understanding their needs and helping them make purchasing decisions.
• Previous experience in sales or customer-facing roles is preferred, with an interest in learning to recommend artworks, follow up and close sales.
• Organised, dependable, attentive to detail and keen to learn about art and new technology.
• You do not need gallery experience or formal art training. We value curiosity, initiative and a positive approach to sales.

Skills & Technology

• Confident using Microsoft Word and Excel for records, administration and reporting.
• Familiar with Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn and Telegram, and how different platforms reach people.
• Comfortable with creative tools such as Photoshop, Canva and CapCut for images, videos and marketing materials.
• Familiar with AI tools such as ChatGPT and Claude for research, drafting and everyday tasks.
• You need not know every application. We value curiosity, good judgement and the confidence to learn new technology.

Working at Wasuka:

• You’ll learn the art business through hands‑on experience and guidance from the team.
• Full-time, 5 days a week (35 working hours). Tuesday is work‑from‑home; Wednesday to Friday and Sunday are gallery‑based. Monday and Saturday are off.
• Occasional evening work, changes to the usual schedule and overseas travel may be required for exhibitions, events and art fairs.

This position is open to Singapore Citizens or PRs only.