Gallery 16, a contemporary fine art gallery and Urban Digital Color, a fine art printmaking studio, were established in 1993. Gallery 16 has presented over 200 exhibitions with some of the world’s foremost contemporary artists. UDC was among the first printmaking facilities in the world to produce artists editions with digital printmaking technology.
The Gallery Manager is responsible for working directly with exhibiting & collaborating artists, clients and engaging with the public while managing aspects of day to day operations of both Gallery 16 and Urban Digital Color. The Gallery Manager reports directly to the gallery’s Founder/Owner, Griff Williams. Gallery 16 also functions as a venue for occasional events. The manager will in addition be responsible for coordinating and managing event rentals as needed.
This is full time position, Tuesday – Saturday, 10 to 5pm with flexibility during installation/deinstallation weeks and certain evenings.
ARTIST MANAGEMENT
Serve as a point of contact for artists within the gallery; build and maintain artist relationships
Cultivate sales opportunities, particularly with museums, collectors, art consultants, etc.
Coordinate shipping, packing and installation of works with artists
Manage exhibition programming as needed, including writing/editing press release information, reaching out to press regarding upcoming exhibitions and artists’ news/projects
GALLERY OPERATIONS
Manage the installation and deinstallation of exhibitions
Coordinate gallery communications with owner
Manage all sales records and accounting (accounts receivable; accounts payable; quotes, invoices and receipts); adjust databases – both publicly and internally - to reflect changes in inventory
Contribute to the gallery’s online presence including website, social media, and email marketing and online marketplaces (i.e. Artsy)
Manage and track all gallery inventory.
Maintain all gallery “back of house” areas – including cleaning, organizing, restocking as needed
Regularly responsible for creation of all official documents regarding loans, consignments, proposals, sales, quotes, etc.
Assisting the gallery owner
Engage with the public in touring them through exhibitions, answering questions and engaging with visitors in an eloquent, welcoming and well articulated manner
URBAN DIGITAL COLOR
PRINT SHOP MANAGEMENT
Prepare all paperwork for incoming projects and printing/scanning requests & relay all information to master printers
Receive inquiries and direct to master printers when needed
Consult and provide pricing, options and estimated production time to potential clients
Manage all invoices/accounts receivable
Ensure the timely and neat packaging/shipment of outgoing orders • Order printing supplies and materials as needed
EVENT RENTALS
Receive & respond to inquiries by phone and email
Coordinate & handle site visits with potential clients
Manage all rental bookings, contracts & invoices
Provide instruction for all vendors & clients as needed before and during the event • Manage the events calendar
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be organized and self-directed
Strong attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Professional and poised phone manner
Strong interpersonal skills
Demonstrated sales ability
Must be able to multitask in a fast paced environment
Feels comfortable dealing with clients, artists and the public
Knowledge of contemporary and 20th Century art, specifically Bay Area artists, organizations • Proficient use of MS Office Suite, Gmail, Adobe Photoshop, Mail Chimp, Account Edge Pro, Filemaker Pro and basic website maintenance
Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum 1 to 2 years gallery or museum experience in comparable role, with emphasis placed on demonstrated qualities. A current knowledge of contemporary visual arts and art history is also necessary.
Please email info@gallery16.com, subject line: Gallery Manager Application.
Attach resume, cover letter, and list of references.