ZINC contemporary and ZINC Art + Object are hiring a Gallery Assistant! Come join our dynamic team and help support artists and artisans. We’re looking for a innovative self-starter with a penchant for sales, and an even greater passion for art. As a Gallery Assistant, you will be the right hand to the Founder and will have the opportunity to assist with a wide variety of tasks. This is a great opportunity for someone who would like to learn and grow with the company as we expand.
Responsibilities:
1. Operations (20%)
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assist with installation/deinstallation of monthly or bi-monthly exhibitions
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perform opening and closing duties at both gallery locations
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perform light cleaning duties to maintain cleanliness, look of gallery and shop
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ensure a welcoming space for guests during business hours
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assist with inventory counts
2. Sales (35%)
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Greet and acknowledge guests – ensure every guest feels welcome
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Assist guests with inquiries about art works and products
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Maintain a warm, friendly, and assertive demeanor
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Keep abreast of product and artwork information to better assist client and potential clients
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Follow up with potential clients via email communication
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Research potential new clients or business partnerships
3. Marketing/PR (25%)
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create social media posts for both gallery locations in Hootsuite
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create weekly e-blasts and other email communications for clients and potential clients
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write and edit press releases for upcoming exhibitions for both gallery locations
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assist with website maintenance in WordPress
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update online calendars with various event/exhibitions information
4. Gallery Administration (20%)
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assist with maintaining and updating inventory of art works
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create branded images and documents for exhibiting artists
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perform bookkeeping tasks such as data entry and credit card reconciliation in Quickbooks
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assist with research projects for business expansion, such as shipping costs, vendor costs, etc.
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assist in correspondence with artist roster to ensure up-to-date artist information
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perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications, Skills, and Knowledge:
- demonstrated interest and passion for visual art
- demonstrated knowledge of sales and customer service techniques
- demonstrated proficiency in a wide range of software, including Google Drive, Dropbox, Mailchimp, Hootsuite, Adobe Photoshop, and cloud-based CRM systems
- demonstrated ability to assess priorities, manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, anticipate and mitigate issues as they arise
- must be an excellent and direct communicator
- must be able to work independently or as part of a team
- must possess eye for design and a creative mindset
- must have skills in writing for an audience and copyediting
- must be positive, upbeat, outgoing, and fun to be around
Laura Zeck
founder + curator
206.617.7378
ZINC contemporary
119 Prefontaine Pl S
Seattle, WA 98104
206.462.1846
ZINC Art + Object
102 3rd Ave S, Suite B
Edmonds, WA 98020
206.467.1027
