Gallery Assistant

FINE ART GALLERY ASSISTANT:This entry-level position presents a great opportunity to work with fine art and be a critical part of our fast paced team. There are dogs and koi at the gallery so applicant must be an animal person.RESPONSIBILITIES:This full time (40 hour a week) role, M-F 9AM-5:30PM, will include the following duties and responsibilities: Providing clerical duties, including answering phones, filing, and copying - you will be an overall multi-tasking machine who needs to remain organized and level-headed at all times Coordinating domestic and international shipping of works of fine art Assist in sales, client presentations, and preparation of post-sale client documents Assisting with client visits and art shows as needed Maintaining and adding inventory records and web postings for all artworks Writing art historical descriptions and articles Providing general assistance to rest of staff Some personal assistance to our director as assignedQUALIFICATIONS: B.A. required, background in Art History, Museum Studies preferred. Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and remain flexible with changing priorities Must be able to work well under pressure and be a team player within a fast-paced environment Excellent organization, communication, and customer service skills Ability to remain calm while meeting deadlines Excellent people skills Excellent English verbal and written skills Excellent attention to detail and consistencyExcellent typing skills Excellent computer skills in MS Word, Outlook, Excel, etc. Ability to complete tasks in an autonomous and timely manner Valid CA driver's licenseFull health benefits are included after a probationary period along with vacation and holidays, salary commensurate on experience.APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:Please email a cover letter and rsum to [email protected]. Unfortunately, due to the high number of applicants, only select candidates will be contacted, no phone calls please