Marianne Boesky Gallery seeks a full-time Director. Candidate should have a minimum of 10 years gallery experience, including a proven track record in sales, to be considered.
Responsibilities
Artist Liaison:
Serve as primary contact for five artists’ studios and develop in-depth knowledge of their practices.
Oversee and manage all aspects of artist liaison duties as related to gallery exhibitions, museum exhibitions, publications, events, calendars, consignment agreements, appraisals, artist statements, production, and marketing materials.
Sales:
Generate primary and secondary sales of gallery and non-gallery artists
Meet annual sales targets
Manage and develop relationships with both existing and new collectors and advisers
Manage and develop relationships with museum curators and institutional leaders
Attend gallery openings, art fairs, dinners, and other events as needed
Requirements
Minimum ten years sales and artist management experience at a contemporary art gallery
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Punctual, proactive, organized and detail oriented with exceptional problem-solving skills
Capacity to prioritize and multi-task to meet deadlines
Ability to work with others and independently when necessary
Proficiency in Art Logic is a plus
Valid passport for International travel
Master’s degree preferred; Bachelor’s degree with a background in art history, fine arts or a similar field required
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please send a cover letter, resume, salary requirements and three references to jobs@boeskygallery.com with ‘Director’ in the subject line. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Please no walk-ins or phone calls.
Posted on March 2