NOW HIRING: Gallery Manager

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

We’re looking for a creative, organized Gallery Manager to help run our gallery and events space. The position combines gallery operations, exhibition support, administrative support, communications, and creative production. This is an entry-level role.

The ideal candidate possesses an understanding of fine arts, culture, and/or associated spaces. Professional experience is a plus, but is not required. Motivated candidates will find plenty of opportunities for growth, including additional curatorial opportunities, artist-specific opportunities, and greater administrative authority.

The duties below represent a range of responsibilities typical of the role.

Duties

  • Manage day-to-day communications via social media, email, and in person when the gallery is open. Serve as a first point of contact for artists, visitors, and people interested in the space.

  • Manage artwork inventory and exhibition records. Handle transactions via Stripe in the event of a sale.

  • Send email blasts via Constant Contact.

  • Prepare graphic design content for social media and email using Canva, Adobe, or a tool of your choosing. Print design experience is a plus.

  • Update gallery websites on Squarespace; may occasionally edit affiliate website on Wordpress.

  • Aid in planning openings, exhibitions, and other events during an exhibition's runtime.

  • Help arrange and install paintings, prints, and sculptures for exhibitions.

  • Provide ad-hoc assistance for wedding rentals and affiliated hotel rentals across platforms, primarily Jurny, Airbnb, and Zola.

Schedule

  • The typical schedule for this role is Friday - Sunday, 12 - 6 p.m. with some flexibility. Those interested can take on additional hours during the week for exhibition prep or other busy periods.

  • This generally means 18 hours per week, with optional 20 - 25 hours per week or even 30 hours per week in the most exceptional situations.

Qualifications

  • At least 1 year of experience in an arts, cultural, administrative, creative, hospitality, or related setting preferred. Equivalent education, internships, volunteer experience, or transferable skills will qualify.

  • Proficiency with MS Office or Google Suite

  • Willing to help handle and install artwork weighing 10–40 lbs., with assistance as needed.

  • Proficiency in some form of photo editing and graphic design software (ideally Adobe Suite, equivalent software is fine.)

  • Working knowledge of web design

  • Comfortable learning new software and exploring new platforms.

  • Current students must be capable of working Friday - Sunday throughout the year, with flexibility for exams, move-outs, etc.

  • Marketing, event/party planning, art handling, or social media experience a plus.

Interested candidates may apply via Indeed, LinkedIn, or directly via email to info@hudsonmillinerartsalon.com. Email applications must include resume.

We encourage applicants to send a brief note about their interest in this role and (non-professional) background. Tell us about your creations and personal projects. If you have a niche interest you'd like to share, great: we'd love to see it.