Contemporary Art Gallery Assistant — Guest Experience

Tappan; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Tappan in Los Angeles seeks a detail-oriented Gallery Assistant who loves contemporary art. You will greet visitors, answer questions, and support the sales team to educate collectors about artworks.

This role partners with curators and installers, assists with exhibitions, and helps manage inventory and events. Prior gallery or luxury retail experience is preferred; ability to lift 50 lbs and work weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a gallery, museum, or luxury retail setting preferred.
• Excellent communication and guest-relations skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Greet and engage visitors, creating a welcoming gallery experience.
• Assist in showing artwork and answering visitor and collector questions.
• Support the sales team in educating collectors and facilitating purchases.
• Coordinate with collectors for purchases, pickups, and deliveries.
• Help prepare and assist with exhibitions, openings, and events.
• Maintain accurate gallery inventory and display artworks with care.
• Provide general administrative and operational support to the gallery team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Art knowledge

Tools

Google Workspace

Asana

Shopify

Job description

Tappan in Los Angeles seeks a detail-oriented Gallery Assistant who loves contemporary art. You will greet visitors, answer questions, and support the sales team to educate collectors about artworks.

This role partners with curators and installers, assists with exhibitions, and helps manage inventory and events. Prior gallery or luxury retail experience is preferred; ability to lift 50 lbs and work weekends may be required.