Gallery Assistant

Templon is seeking a full-time Gallery Assistant at its space in Chelsea, New York City. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, a professional demeanor, and a keen interest in contemporary art. The multifaceted position requires self-motivation and a strong ability to multitask, making decisions independently when necessary while also working alongside all members of the team. With rigorous attention to detail and the ability to problem solve efficiently in a fast-paced environment, the Gallery Assistant assists across all projects on an administrative level.

Hours:

Tuesday – Saturday, 10 am – 6 pm

Requires flexibility for additional hours based on the needs of the gallery, including openings, fairs, and other events.

Salary commensurate with experience

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greet visitors and clients at the front desk, addressing inquiries, answering the phone, and handling the gallery general email account.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, including opening/closing the gallery, maintaining supplies stock, coordination with external vendors, contractors, or maintenance crews, and ensuring orderly appearance of the gallery.
• Update and maintain gallery contact and artwork database, including director’s offers, artwork movements, and other gallery activities as needed on internal databases.
• Create New York exhibition, art fair, and other artwork previews on behalf of directors.
• Schedule photographers and maintain NY iconography archive.
• Hire and manage seasonal interns.
• Assist team with other gallery needs, including press inquiries, mock-ups, website updates, and art handling.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree
• At least 1 year experience at an art gallery or similar institution
• Professional fluency in French and proficiency with Adobe Suite preferred
• Must be a U.S. citizen or have a working visa for the US
• Ability to lift 50 lbs

Templon is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Employee health and safety is of the utmost importance and as such Templon is committed to adhering to New York State Department of Health covid safety guidelines.

Please email resume and cover letter to [email protected]

No phone calls

06/17/2025