Hauser & Wirth is one of the world’s leading contemporary art galleries with offices in Zurich, Gstaad, St. Moritz, London, Somerset, New York, Los Angeles and Hong Kong. Hauser & Wirth Los Angeles, located in a historic 100,000 square foot flour mill complex in the city’s burgeoning downtown Arts District, opened to the public in March 2016. The gallery transformed the site’s sprawling collection of late 19th and early 20th century buildings and outdoor spaces into a dynamic multi-disciplinary arts center. The new venue offers innovative exhibitions, museum-caliber amenities, and a robust schedule of public programs that contextualize the art on view, drawing upon, illuminating, and contributing to the urban culture of Los Angeles.
We are looking for a Gallery Assistant to join our team in Los Angeles. This position requires great attention to detail, organization, diplomacy and an in-depth understanding of the gallery world. The Gallery Assistant is expected to plan, communicate and act independently and collaboratively, as projects require.
Front Desk
Answering phones and managing general gallery voicemail and inbox
Handling all outgoing mail, including FedEx, USPS and messenger deliveries
Responsibility for mailings such as exhibition invitation cards, catalogues, books and other
Coordinating incoming and outgoing book shipments – incl. storage
Making sure gallery is always neat for every occasion, maintaining the high standards of gallery appearance both during exhibitions and in between shows
Maintain all book displays, exhibition materials and signage
Staffing the front desk and managing sales in the gallery book shop
Organized filing and record keeping
Responsibility for managing new address entries and updates
Ordering and storage of office equipment, stationary and general office supplies as well as kitchen supplies
Ensuring that the archive and main library are constantly up to date and well organized
Assist with travel arrangements of staff and visitors
Assist with art fair preparations
Hiring, training, and supervising gallery interns
Hiring, training, and supervising gallery invigilators
Exhibition organization
Compiling guest lists for opening dinners
Supervise distribution of invitations, RSVPs, and guest lists
Organization of gallery openings and exhibition events
Set up and dismantle for events
Organize hotel bookings for artists and their assistants
Assist with any promotional and marketing events and activities
Provide administrative support to the Education Department in the organization of tours and public events
A minimum of two years experience in an art gallery
5 day work week, with overtime as required
Flexible schedule with weekend availability
Excellent communication and problem solving skills
Ability to work collaboratively and follow instructions
Ability and confidence to take initiative
Knowledge of and passion for modern and contemporary art
Exceptional customer service skills and a friendly demeanor
Computer proficiency (particularly with Mac OS X, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Apps for Business) and willingness to learn new programs as necessary
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Superior organizational skills with ability to prioritize and multitask
Please send your applications and references with “Hauser & Wirth Gallery Assistant” and your name in the subject line to lajobs@hauserwirth.com. Please do not call regarding applications.