Gallery Team Member / Employment

ZINC contemporary is looking for a special person to join Team ZINC! We are a contemporary art gallery with the mission of making women in the art world visible and successful while making the act of art collecting a fun and social adventure of discovery and inspiration!

Our clients and artists are among the most interesting in the art world and we love connecting them!

At ZINC we believe that artists and creativity fuel inspiration, innovation and hope for humanity. We are working toward an exciting new gallery model that requires fresh perspective, entrepreneurial spirit, technological savvy and a deep passion for art.

Qualified Applicants:

-Have 5+ years experience in the art and / or design industry
-Have 5+ years experience in sales and customer service and/or recruiting
-Are hardworking and proactive
-Are socially outgoing and love making connections
-Are curious and constantly learning new things
-Are fun to be around and team focused
-Are able to commit to 2+ years of employment and are looking for an opportunity to grow and be a part of an important mission driven creative business
-Maintain personal transportation and vehicle insurance with a clean driving record
-Be able to work a 5 day work week with additional overtime, weekends and evenings as required

Position Description:

Because we are a small and growing company our team members often wear many hats. This is a 3/4 – fulltime position working from our gallery in Seattle, Pioneer Square and includes the following responsibilities:

-Maintain knowledge of artists and artwork to better assist client and potential clients
-Perform all manner of sales and client service responsibilities
-Assist guests with inquiries about art works and products
-Administer to all aspects of data and inventory management with regard to our artists
-Assist with research projects
-Assist with installation/deinstallation of monthly or bi-monthly exhibitions
-Perform opening and closing duties
-Perform light cleaning duties to maintain cleanliness, look of gallery
-Ensure a welcoming space for guests during business hours
-Greet and acknowledge guests – ensure every guest feels welcome
-Create social media posts to meet brand guidelines
-Co-create weekly e-blasts and other email communications for clients and potential clients
-Co-write and edit press releases for upcoming exhibitions for both gallery locations
-Assist with website maintenance in WordPress
-Update online calendars with various event/exhibitions information
-Please submit resume and cover letter to careers@ZINCcontemporary.com

https://www.ZINCcontemporary.com