Gallery Manager

2 months ago


Ottawa, Canada Wall Space Gallery + Framing Full time

WALL SPACE is currently hiring for the position of Gallery Manager. We are looking for a team-leader with a strong background in sales.

What We Are Looking For
- A friendly and flexible personality with excellent communication skills
- Education or background/training in the fine arts (MA or BA in Art History, BFA, Museum Studies, gallery experience or other relevant experience)
- Track record of successful sales experience (In art or general retail)
- Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and problem solve
- Exceptional time-management skills
- Experience in managing a team
- The ability to establish a rapport with clients and provide exceptional customer service
- A good sense of colour/design principles
- Excellent writing and proofreading skills, with the ability to take on the appropriate tone for different audiences and media
- The ability to stand or sit for long periods, climb ladders and lift heavy artwork
- The ability to work some evenings and most Saturdays
- Valid driver’s license and access to a car considered an asset
- Fluency in French considered an asset

Role Description
- Overseeing the day-to-day management of gallery staff and tasks
- Building strong collector relationships and working directly with clients to help them find the right artworks for their home/collection
- Leading and supporting a strong, upbeat sales environment
- Facilitating gallery outreach through networking opportunities and building relationships with media outlets
- Handling exhibition press releases and marketing plans
- Corresponding with and maintaining relationships with artists
- Staying current with the gallery’s represented artists and practices
- Managing gallery inventory and making sure all staff are trained accordingly
- Aiding in exhibition installations and the rotation of artworks through the gallery space
- Overseeing the proper care and handling of artworks in inventory,
- making sure all staff are properly trained in artwork handling and inventory management
- Supporting the curator in the creation of the exhibition schedules and planning of additional programming/community outreach

**Resumes and any other questions must be sent to**:
We cannot respond to job inquiries over the phone.

Pay: $55,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

**Experience**:

- Management: 1 year (required)
- Sales: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person


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