Art Retail Manager - Cape Town

A prominent Cape Town Based Art Gallery is looking to employ a Retail Art Gallery Manager to run the day-to-day operations of the gallery.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide a variety of support services to gallery volunteers, interns, staff, managers and directors, as well as artists and vendors.
• Ordering office or retail supplies, answering phones,
• Issue and manage written correspondence,
• Set up or confirm appointments or event schedules with artists, vendors, clients or visitors
• Check shipments to confirm arrival of new pieces for an event;
• Unpack and prepare pieces for display;
• Set up exhibition or event spaces;
• Help design and coordinate an exhibit
• Arrange catering for special events, create an event schedule or coordinate with event participants.
• Assist with the purchase and sale of artwork,
• Manage art orders,
• Do stock control of artworks in inventory
• Prepare sold artwork for shipment or follow up with customers to confirm the successful arrival and good condition of sold pieces
• Work closely with the drivers and installers, planning of routes for drivers

Desired Qualifications and Experience

• Matric. A Bachelors degree or equivalent tertiary qualification will be advantageous
• 3 - 5 years working in an art gallery
• Strong personality
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Very well organized and structured
• Code 8/10 License
• Works well in a team
• Fully computer literate
• Good Social Media Skills
• Event management and marketing skills
• Sales background or experience beneficial
• Energetic and Personable

Salary

Market Related negotiable depending on experience

Interested

If you are able to thrive in a fast-paced environment, is a dynamic and vibrant individual join this well-established unique organisation Our client is looking to fill this position promptly, so don't miss out on this chance to advance your career.

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