Lyles & King seeks a motivated, detail-oriented Gallery Manager. Applicants should be organized, proactive, punctual, and find pleasure and meaning in working with contemporary artists. The successful candidate possesses an acute attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a desire to grow with the gallery. Qualified applicants will have at least three years of experience working in a commercial gallery.GALLERY MANAGER: Job DescriptionResponsibilitiesExhibition & Art Fair LogisticsWork with the owner and registrar to coordinate all phases of planning and implementation.Work with art handlers to ensure proper care of artworks.Oversee the installation and de-installation of all gallery exhibitions and art fairs.Shipping and DeliveriesAssist registrar in scheduling and coordinating all shipping and deliveries for exhibitions, art fairs, clients, and artistsCreates shipping and pro forma invoices.Inventory ManagementEnsures all artwork records are up-to-date and accurate; audits database regularly and confirms records have complete information.Records the location and movements of all works of art.Supervises art handlers to ensure that the inventory is properly packed and stored safely, makes sure storage areas remain neat and organized.Ability and willingness to pack and box artwork when needed.Assesses and anticipates storage needs.WebsiteUpdate and maintain website.Administrative SupportMaintaining Gallery Calendar:Art fair deadlines.Artist & staff travel dates.Exhibition Timelines.Organize and order office and kitchen supplies.Photo Editing and FilingEditing photographs to sizes required for Website and general gallery use.Filing them correctly into shared Dropbox folders.Exhibition ReceptionsCoordinate logistics for all gallery receptions, events, afterparties and dinners.Buy and set-up all supplies and beverages.Reserve spaces/tables for afterparties.
