Sales and Gallery Director

5-50 Gallery

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For the last six years, 5-50 Gallery has established itself as a leader among exhibition spaces specializing in showcasing emerging and mid-career painters and sculptors through rotating monthly exhibitions. Fortunately, our efforts have been successful, and we are excited to expand our team. We are proud to have represented and showcased over 100 artists, both in our exhibition space and at art fairs. Additionally, we are currently in partnership with European galleries, exhibiting our artists internationally. 5-50 Gallery has attracted attention from artists and collectors alike, who share our passion for creators and risk-takers in the art world. Their work reveals a visionary glimpse of a fraught and ever-fascinating present. Ideally, the candidate for this opportunity will align with our mission and our programming and would have a desire to help share it with an ever-widening audience.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and enjoy engaging with the public. Responsibilities include attending art openings and industry events that align with the gallery’s outreach programs. We expect proactive efforts to cultivate new followers and collectors through face-to-face interactions and relevant social media engagement. A key part of this role is driving sales and generating revenue for the gallery, for which the candidate will earn a commission.

Responsibilities

●Establish and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective artists.

● Cultivate and maintain relationships with collectors, ensuring consistent

communication and engagement.

● Identify and attract new collectors to the gallery, expanding our network of

patrons.

● Prepare and manage invoices for gallery transactions.

● Develop and implement outreach strategies to increase gallery foot traffic.

● Design and execute effective social media outreach campaigns.

● Coordinate and submit applications to prestigious art fairs.

● Plan and manage monthly art openings and special events.

● Engage with media and reporters to enhance the gallery’s public relations and

visibility.

Requirements

● Prior experience in sales (preferably art sales)

● Strong communication skills

● Knowledge of current art world trends

● Established list of clients or followers

● Ability to work flexible hours

● Experience with social media platforms

● Confidence in art and design

● Strong networking and relationship-building skills

● Negotiation skills

● Excellent customer service abilities

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter and your resume to info@5-50gallery.com, with the subject “Sales and Gallery Director Application”.

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Posted on July 24