A contemporary art gallery in Los Angeles is seeking an extremely motivated and experienced Director. The ideal candidate will have at least 8-10 years’ experience, with a minimum of 5-years in a high-level director role. This candidate must be highly accountable, dependable, detail oriented, and eager to lead a sales team and create a culture of professionalism, accountability, and focus.
The Director will work closely with the owner of the gallery in all aspects of the business and be the liaison between himself and the entire staff. In this leadership role the director must display management and mentorship skills and have a genuine passion for artists and their cultural impact.
Responsibilities
Manage and lead sales team and create sales goals
Maintain the created sales strategy
Oversee and enforce deadlines for exhibitions, press related matters, art fair applications etc.
Conflict resolution
Manage day to day operations for Los Angeles gallery
Anticipate and troubleshoot issues
Hiring and training
Manage gallery related calendar including exhibitions and fairs
Create and maintain Museum and Curatorial relationships
Conduct daily and weekly meetings with staff and departments
Art fair applications, planning, etc.
Travel on behalf of gallery to meet new clients and curators abroad and within the states
Personal Qualities & Skills
Detailed and motivated
Independent worker in fast paced environment
Can-do attitude and self-starter
Multitasker and initiative taker
Efficient and positive
Focused and respectful
Possesses a deep understanding of the contemporary art word especially current market trends and movements
Excellent communication skills
TO APPLY:
Submit a cover letter and resume to recruiting@murkandco.com with the job title and number in the subject line.