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GALLERY COORDINATOR

The J Detroit

The J Detroit

West Bloomfield Township, MI, USA
Posted on Jan 15, 2025

Job Opening: Gallery Coordinator (Part-time)

We are seeking a talented and experienced Gallery Coordinator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in gallery operations, art education, and administrative skills.

Key Responsibilities

Art Education Programming

- Develop and organize art workshops and events

- Collaborate with contracted teachers and presenters

- Manage classroom materials and space

Exhibition Management

- Assist in planning and preparing exhibitions

- Install artwork, create labels, and manage lighting

- Maintain communication with artists and handle paperwork

- Manage open calls and artwork shipping

Financial Operations

- Process sales using Square and maintain database systems

- Create invoices and purchase orders

- Complete monthly financial reports

- Track donations and manage "Friends of the Gallery" program

Administrative Tasks

- Update mailing lists and customer database

- Provide quality customer service, including gallery tours and sales

- Handle phone inquiries promptly

Marketing and Promotion

- Collaborate with marketing team using Asana

- Create and send email campaigns via MailChimp

- Manage social media accounts and website content

- Promote exhibitions, workshops, and events

Required Skills and Qualifications

- Gallery experience as an artist or gallerist

- Ability to lift at least 45 lbs

- Excellent organizational skills and responsibility

- Strong teamwork abilities

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel)

- Digital media and social media skills

- Basic web knowledge, including WordPress

- Sales experience, preferably with Square POS software

- Ability to work well in a team of two, sharing responsibilities as needed

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of our gallery. The ideal candidate will be passionate about art, education, and community engagement.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you're interested in this position. We look forward to hearing from you!