Gallery Assistant

2 weeks ago

The Colony, United States Art Social TX LLC Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

The Gallery Assistant is responsible for customer service and sales, explaining the exhibitions and the goals of the Art Gallery to visitors, making art and product sales, using and maintaining the Point of Sale (POS) system, accepting payments and making change for customers in the gallery retail space. Packing sold artworks. Following up with visitors interested in purchasing artwork and preparing artwork dossiers. Helping to prepare press releases. Photographs artworks for online website and records. Keeping track of audience numbers. Supporting exhibition openings and events. Responsible for the overall appearance of the gallery and studio. And helping to support social media for the gallery.

The ideal candidate should have a background working in retail, great people skills, computer skills, social media/communication skills, a desire to make sales. They should have an interest in and knowledge of all forms of art making, classical, modern, contemporary art, and/or craft. 

Desired skills

· Retail experience

· Good people skills

· Computer skills - knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite

· Comfortable with Point of Sales systems

· Experience with social media - specifically Instagram

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions:

· Stock and arrange merchandise.

· Greet customers, explain exhibition and goals.

· Helps set up for exhibition openings and events.

· Process business transactions, process debit/credit cards.

· Accept payment and make change.

· Safely packs artwork for customers, and bag products.

· Answer customer questions concerning artworks and products.

· Ensures the appropriate control of credit cards, POS system and financial information.

· Keep the gallery clean and orderly.

· Tracks inventory and ensures it is handled, stored, and processed to minimize loss or damage.

· Responsible for interior and exterior gallery/studio appearance

· Completes opening and closing procedures.

· Operates Point of Sale (POS) system

· Assists in the set-up of exhibitions and openings.

· Forwards all inquiries regarding artwork, artists or to manager.

· Maintains gallery materials and equipment.

· Help to prepare artwork for exhibitions, including photographing and framing artwork.

 

 

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