Gallery Assistant

Gagosian; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits through Cigna

Pet insurance (MetLife)

401(k) with company match

Employee discount on products

Museum memberships

Pre-tax flexible spending

Job summary

Gagosian is hiring a full-time Gallery Assistant to join its New York City team. The role is based in New York, NY, and involves managing the reception, gallery logistics, events, and daily administrative tasks to support the operations of the gallery.

The ideal candidate will have at least a BA or MA in Art History or related field, one year of gallery/museum experience (internships included), and the ability to work after hours for client viewings and events.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Ability to work after hours for certain client viewings, openings and events.
• Must be able to consistently lift up to 30 lbs and be able to stand and walk for extended periods during a shift.

Responsibilities

• Manage reception area, serving as the first point of contact and handling all incoming and outgoing calls in a bright, professional manner.
• Assist with daily gallery logistics, including preparing overnight shipments and messenger deliveries, book reservations for appointments, receiving and distributing mail, ordering supplies, and scheduling security guards.
• Assist the Gallery openings, special events and meetings, such as the preparation of beverages, room reservations, press packets, catalogues, etc.
• Learn and recognize key industry figures, building a strong working knowledge of major clients, artists, and colleagues.
• Interact professionally with gallery employees, interns, and clients at all levels.
• Update auction calendar and track relevant auctions.
• Assist the Publications Department with warehouse shipments.
• Manage the gallery database, ensuring all entries are accurate and consistently updated.
• Prepare gallery finance reports, maintain credit card receipts, and review and pay shipping invoices.
• Maintain a clean and tidy reception area.
• Mentor and oversee gallery interns, ensuring they are integrated into daily workflows and supported in their professional development.
• Assist staff with ad hoc projects as requested.

Education

BA and/or Master’s degree in Art History or related field

Job description

Gallery Assistant

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: New York, NY

Compensation: $50,000 / year

Description

Gagosian is hiring a full-time Gallery Assistant to join its New York City team.

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.

Duties include but are not limited to

• Manage reception area, serving as the first point of contact and handling all incoming and outgoing calls in a bright, professional manner.
• Assistant with daily gallery logistics, including preparing overnight shipments and messenger deliveries, book reservations for appointments, receiving and distributing mail, ordering supplies, and scheduling security guards.
• Assist the Gallery openings, special events and meetings, such as the preparation of beverages, room reservations, press packets, catalogues, etc.
• Learn and recognize key industry figures, building a strong working knowledge of major clients, artists, and colleagues.
• Interact professionally with gallery employees, interns, and clients at all levels.
• Update auction calendar and track relevant auctions.
• Assist the Publications Department with warehouse shipments.
• Manage the gallery database, ensuring all entries are accurate and consistently updated.
• Prepare gallery finance reports, maintain credit card receipts, and review and pay shipping invoices.
• Maintain a clean and tidy reception area.
• Mentor and oversee gallery interns, ensuring they are integrated into daily workflows and supported in their professional development.
• Assist staff with ad hoc projects as requested.

Qualifications for the role

• 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.
• Ability to work after hours for certain client viewings, openings and events.
• Must be able to consistently lift up to 30 lbs and be able to stand and walk for extended periods during a shift.

Position Type

• Full-Time/Regular/Non-Exempt/Salaried position with overtime.
• Tuesday - Saturday Schedule.

Benefits and perks

• 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