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Shoshana Wayne Gallery in Los Angeles is seeking a full-time Registrar/Gallery Assistant. Shoshana Wayne Gallery is a contemporary art gallery that opened in 1986 in Bergamot Station, before moving to the West Adams neighborhood in 2022.
This job is a managerial role that requires immense attention to detail, the ability to quickly solve problems as they come up, be a collaborative team player, and the ability to complete tasks in line with the desires of the exhibiting artist and our Director. The ideal candidate must have worked in a gallery space and is familiar with current arts events, artists, galleries, and museums in Los Angeles.
Responsibilities
Managing the gallery’s inventory in ArtBase, and online sales on Artsy and ArtNet
Working collaboratively with the Assistant Director to coordinate the opening of each exhibition, gallery events, and art fair participation
Managing all international and domestic shipments, tracking ingoing/outgoing shipments of artwork in ArtBase
Assisting with the installation of each exhibition, working knowledge of best practices in terms of packing and shipping works of art
Maintaining communication with clients, our represented artists, press, and institutional contacts
Overseeing the gallery’s social media, and email blasts using Mailchimp
General upkeep of the website
Coordinating and overseeing all vendors that the gallery uses
Advertising and marketing each exhibition
Assisting the Director with all needs pertaining to the gallery
Filing and general office upkeep, ordering of supplies
Requirements
Must have working knowledge of Adobe Suite (Specifically InDesign and Photoshop) and Microsoft Suite
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong ability to multitask and prioritize as needed
Must have high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential information
Demonstrated interest in contemporary art
Knowledge of ArtBase or similarly related arts database is ideal
BACKGROUND:
BA in Art History or related field is strongly preferred. At least 1-2 years of experience in a gallery, museum, or arts related space. The ideal candidate desires a career in gallery or museum work.
How to Apply
Please email your current resume and a cover letter to director@shoshanawayne.com with the subject line ‘Registrar Position.’ The gallery will not accept walk-ins or phone calls regarding this position.
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Posted on June 6