Gallery Assistant – de Sarthe

de Sarthe is seeking a motivated, passionate, and ambitious Gallery Assistant to facilitate administrative duties and the production of contemporary art exhibitions. The position requires both physical dexterity (moving and assisting with the installation of artwork) as well as a pleasant and friendly social demeanor for communicating with guests, clients, artists, etc.

Responsibilities:

– Fulfill daily operations of the gallery and administrative tasks 

– Prepare sales materials include CVs, updating price and artwork information

– Manage gallery space and maintain inventory

– Serve as the gallery’s primary point of contact (answer phone calls, greet visitors,  direct enquiries)

– Oversee exhibition production processes, such as material sourcing, artwork logistics, show installation planning, manpower arrangement

– Provide assistance to artists 

– Assist in the organization of art fairs

– Contribute to the writing, editing and translating of exhibition and other materials

– Complete ad hoc tasks assigned

Requirements:

– University graduate in art, design, or other similar fields preferred

– Highly proficient in spoken and written English, Cantonese and Mandarin

– Computer efficiency (i.e. MS Office Suite)

– Excellent organization, communication and interpersonal skills

– Self-motivated, responsible, detail-oriented and able to work in fast paced environment under pressure

– Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite is an advantage

– 1-2 Years experience minimum in a related industry

– Immediate availability is strongly preferred

Please submit your CV and cover letter to willem@desarthe.com

Competitive salary based on experience.