Job Description

The ideal candidate for the position has a passion for the arts and wants to share that with the community and established clients. Must-haves: at least a bachelor\'s degree in Art or Art History is required, excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Suite, and strong writing and research skills are necessary. Preferred: Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree is desirable, the candidate has worked in gallery operations in the past and has led some projects, adaptable and calm under pressure. This position is full-time. Our days of operation are Tuesday-Saturday. Availability outside of normal gallery hours is required for occasional evening and holiday events. The Gallery Assistant reports to the Director and works alongside the Office Manager, Gallery Assistant (Shipping & Logistics), Picture Framer, Photographer and other staff to maintain and manage the gallery\'s collection and services through various operational tasks. $16 an hour with opportunity for growth within the fine art industry. Responsibilities and compensation will increase over time to reflect experience. Duties include but are not limited to: Customer Service: Answering the phone, the door, greeting and assisting visitors/clients. Art Appraisal Assistance: Researching and assisting in the preparation of art appraisals. Art Sales: Posting and maintaining accurate records of our collection on 1stDibs and ArtCloud as well as in the physical gallery, assisting with gallery sales including receiving payments and issuing receipts, packing and shipping. Administration: Various duties relating to client relations, art sales, research, invoicing, ordering supplies, database entry, inventory management, and photographing. Writing and Editing: Preparing short and long-form essays and biographical information about artwork and artists for the sake of presenting inventory for sale both online and in the gallery. Art Consultation: Sharing knowledge of art history and interior design and the installation of artworks. Curatorial Assistance: Assisting with organizing exhibitions and gallery events. Directorial Assistance: Assisting the Gallery Director with various administrative tasks. Project Coordination: Point of contact for coordinating consignments, appraisal jobs, restoration, etc. Please email your resume, three references, salary history, and a 300 word writing sample demonstrating art historical research into a specific work of modern, contemporary or African art of the candidate\xe2\x80\x99s choosing to Patti at patti@davidbarnettgallery.com. David Barnett Gallery\xe2\x80\x99s mission is to provide our clients with the highest standard of professionalism. We have one-week paid vacation and 5 paid federal holidays after 6 months of employment and another week of paid vacation after one year. Free parking is provided. We are looking for team members who enjoy art, will work hard and can grow with us. David Barnett Gallery is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome flexible, high initiative and value integrity, teamwork, and excellence. This company supports the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $16.00 per hour Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Milwaukee, WI 53202: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor\'s (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location