Job Details
Company Description
Morton Contemporary Art Gallery is one of Philadelphia's leading galleries in the heart of Philadelphia. Our diverse contemporary art collection ranges from original works on canvas to sculpture, mixed-media, and photography. We specialize in representing and promoting innovative emerging and established artists from around the world.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role as an Art Gallery Manager, supporting the owner/director of the Gallery. Gallery Manager will be responsible for selling art successfully on the gallery floor meeting weekly sales targets, recruiting new clients through marketing, manage events and sponsorships, social media accounts and website, while handling shipping, operations, and maintaining the gallery's clean and organized appearance.
DAYS: THURSDAY to MONDAY (OFF TUESDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS)
SALARY: Base Plus Commission
Qualifications
- Prior experience in sales (idealy art and luxury)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge and passion for contemporary art - a degree in art history, studio art, or arts management.
- Familiarity with art selling techniques
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings
- Proficiency Mailchimp, Canva, Adobe Creative
- Experience with social media platforms -- Linkedin, Instagram, FB, Youtube
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks
- Detail-oriented and EXTREMELY organized
- A very competent writer with experience writing about art and design
- Sophisticated, charismatic, and extremely savvy with people and sales