Gallery Assistant

Description

Established fine art photography gallery in Santa Monica seeks a gallery assistant. The employee will work with the Director and gallery staff on daily tasks, packing/shipping, long-term projects and overall organization. We are looking for someone with career aspirations in the Fine Art world, and a passion for photography. This is a fast paced, hands-on, career orientated position. Gallery/Museum/Archive/Art Handling expereince encouraged. Competitive compensation will be offered. Candidates must be local to Los Angeles.

Daily tasks may include:

- Front of gallery work including phone and email correspondence, client services and sales assistance

- Keeping inventory safely and accurately organized in archival boxes and framed storage areas, and database information updated as needed

- Pulling works for client viewing and assisting sales staff, often without prior notice

- Packing works for shipping and assisting with client installations

- Receiving and registering works in ArtLogic Database system

- Exhibition and event assistance

- Coordination of Domestic and International shipping

Experience / Skills required:

- Completion or current pursuit of Bachelors (4-year) Degree with relevant coursework

- Able to lift 30+ lbs (i.e. Large framed works, box of books, case of prints)

- Familiar with Apple computers and Adobe Creative Suite applications (PS, ID)

- Displayed knowledge of fine art photography and photographic art history

- Organized, punctual and focused.

- Team player with "can-do" attitude and great communication skills

Please submit a brief Cover Letter and Resume with references as attached PDF.

Any application without required experience and references will not be considered.

Only applicants residing in the Los Angeles area will be considered. Please submit CV and brief cover letter as .pdf attachments in an email.

08/23/2025