Sean Kelly seeks a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team as the Front Desk Gallery Assistant. Poised and professional, highly organized and detail-oriented, energetic and well mannered, this position is the primary point of contact for visitors to the gallery; excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in an extremely fast-paced environment are critical. Proficiency with Photoshop and website management platforms is essential. Experience with Artlogic is preferred. The ideal candidate will be committed to their position and interested in expanded opportunities as the gallery continues its growth. Business hours are Tuesday – Saturday, 9:30am – 6:00pm.Day to day duties include but are not limited to the following:Greet and direct gallery visitors at the front deskAnswer telephones quickly, efficiently, and confidently; maintain and manage voicemail and messagesOversee incoming and outgoing mail; organize mailings and materials for collectors and curatorsMaintain and update gallery contact database and internal calendarsManage general gallery inquiries and correspondenceOversee catalogue sales and inventoriesAssist Director, Media and Communications with updating and keeping track of artist exhibition calendar to compile monthly newslettersSupport Directors with assigned projects, including renderings and mock-ups, and general office tasksOrder and coordinate office, kitchen, and housekeeping supplies and mailing materials and equipment; maintain receipts and petty cashHire, train, and supervise seasonal internsMaintain archive, press and biographical information on the websiteAssist with planning and management of openings and special eventsResponsible turning on and powering off all exhibitions dailyRun errands as directedRequired qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in art history or related fieldPrior gallery or administrative experienceExperience with Artlogic, Artbase or similar databaseFluency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Photoshop, InDesign, Adobe Acrobat, and website management platforms such as Exhibit-ESean Kelly is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
No phone calls please.
Role requirements
Required skills
Photoshop
website management platforms
Artlogic
Artbase or similar database
Microsoft Word
Excel
InDesign
Adobe Acrobat
Exhibit-E
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