ESSEX STREET is looking for a full-time Registrar / Art Hander to start immediately.
ESSEX STREET is a mid-sized political and conceptual art gallery in the Lower East Side.
Primary job responsibilities include:
Coordinate and facilitate the installation and de-installation of exhibitions.
Oversee and facilitate the care and maintenance of artworks, including packing, maintaining an inventory of tools and packing materials, conducting incoming and outgoing condition inspections, and managing on-site and off-site storage.
Coordinate local, domestic, and international shipments in accordance with customs and tax requirements, including the creation and retention of necessary documents.
Create, organize, file, and provide to various parties, certificates of insurance, certificates of authenticity, installation manuals/documents, release forms, and other documents.
Draft and oversee consignment and loan agreements.
Maintain proper database management, in accordance with these duties.
Liaison with artists, clients, galleries, and institutions to facilitate these duties.
Assist with general, daily gallery needs as necessary.
Qualifications include:
B.A. or B.F.A., or equivalent experience in the field.
At least two-three years of professional art handling and registrial experience in a gallery setting is a must.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, ArtBase or similar digital art database, and Adobe Suite.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interest in and knowledge of contemporary art.
Availability to work Wednesday through Sunday from 10AM-6PM, with flexibility.
Compensation based on experience.
To apply, please send resume, cover letter, and two professional references in PDF format to ESSEXSTREETJOB@gmail.com.
ESSEX STREET is committed to maintaining a diverse working environment and is an equal opportunity employer.