AMP: Artists' Meeting Place and Resource Collective

Gallery Associate
Shulamit Gallery

Shulamit Gallery is seeking a highly motivated, educated and organized individual to assist in sales and the management of our space. This is an ideal opportunity to work at the forefront of
Middle Eastern arts and culture within a fast-moving, innovative organization. More
information about the gallery can be found on our website at www.shulamitgallery.com. Candidates, please review our mission statement and programming vision before applying.

Qualifications: Applicant must have prior experience in a gallery or comparable setting, a Bachelors degree or higher in a relevant field, be very organized, detail-oriented, punctual and professional in demeanor. Applicant must be able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high-pressure, exciting, international environment, and be welcoming, articulate, confident, and a team player. Strong oral and written communication skills are a must, which include a proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel programs. Knowledge of Constant Contact, QuickBooks, Photoshop and Wordpress is a plus.

Responsibilities:
• Management of daily operations including: handling all telephone reception/incoming mail and e-mail correspondence, maintaining supplies, opening and closing of gallery
• Staffing all evening events held at the gallery
• Assistance with press duties
• Contribution and maintenance of all gallery social media activities (Facebook, Twitter and Instagram)
• Management of the gallery calendar and scheduling of meetings, exhibitions and company deadlines
• Assisting gallery owner, co-director and associate director (with correspondence, sales, etc.)
• Contributing to the development of exhibitions and events for the gallery through research efforts
• Coordinating exhibition preparations
• Coordinating exhibition de-installations
• Coordinating program activities during exhibitions including artist/curator interviews, lectures, tours, and other gatherings
• Preparation of art fair materials as directed by gallery staff
• Maintenance of inventory and overseeing of all incoming and outgoing gallery artwork consignments
• Management of all artist requests for submissions and guidelines: organize received submissions and present strong applications during quarterly staff meetings
• Proactively attend programs of other organizations to stay current with contemporary practices and conduct research into current practice in the visual arts, dance, film, performance, and new media.
• Act as the direct liaison with the public regarding current and upcoming exhibitions.

To apply: Interested candidates should email a resume, cover letter and two references to info@shulamitgallery.com with "Employment Opportunity" in the subject line. Please, no phone calls about this opening. Direct all questions to the aforementioned email address.

Opportunity for advancement. This is a full-time position.

from LA Culture Net