Assistant to Partners

Paula Cooper Gallery seeks a full-time assistant to work with two of the gallery's Senior Partners. Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required, along with a demonstrated knowledge of and interest in contemporary art. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, outgoing personality, and flexibility.

Key areas of responsibility:

– Support sales related efforts, including preparing and disseminating sales materials to clients

– Maintain appointment calendar, input and update contact information in database, travel logistics

– Assist in the coordination of on and off-site events including performances, dinners, opening receptions and art fairs.

– Client research for upcoming exhibitions and other artist projects

– Assist with outgoing/incoming communication with artists, clients, and institutions

– Answer and direct phone calls and take messages, may be asked upon to help with receptionist/front desk duties

Skills:

– Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to represent an organization, both internally and externally, with the highest level of integrity, professionalism, confidentiality and diplomacy

– Skilled multi-tasker with a record of completing projects in a timely manner with judgment and discretion

– Strong problem solving, time management and writing skills, including accurate proofreading 

– Ability to interact and communicate effectively and build strong relationships with staff

– High degree of computer proficiency. Artbase & Adobe Creative Suite experience preferred

– Enthusiasm about art and familiarity with art history and standard gallery procedures, policies and practices is desired

Qualifications:

– Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in a related field (Art History, Arts Management, etc)

– 2–3 years relevant experience preferred

– Language skills a plus

Applications Instructions: – Please email a cover letter (in the body of the email), along with a current resume and three references to [email protected], subject line “Assistant to Partners”

The gallery is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday; Hours are 10am-6pm, punctuality a must. Plus frequent extended hours for special events.

Paula Cooper Gallery is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on any basis. We consider the diversity of our workforce to be vital to the gallery's success. We strongly encourage applicants from all cultures, races, educational backgrounds, life experiences, socio-economic classes, sexual orientations, age, gender, and physical abilities to apply.

03/21/2025