Gallery MOMO Cape Town is searching for a motivated and enthusiastic full-time Gallery Assistant to join the team and assist with the day to day running of the gallery. This role has a strong focus on customer service and administration.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Fielding visitors to gallery and assisting with general enquiries
- Overseeing daily PR on our social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram) and monthly newsletters
- Working with both artists and clients and being sensitive to the needs of both, creating a positive environment for all
- Conducting research on projects and drafting proposals
- Assisting at Art Fairs
- Creating artist and exhibition dossiers
- Assisting with exhibition planning and production
- Assisting with stockroom management
- Maintaining and updating gallery databases
Requirements:
- An interest in the Visual Arts
- Eagerness to make a valuable contribution and grow within the company
- Fine attention to detail
- Disciplined, reliable and enthusiastic
- Ability to make decisions and take initiative without close supervision
- Excellent communication, writing, and research skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and the Adobe Suite
- Diploma or Degree in a related field
Preferred:
- Prior experience in the art industry
- Strong graphic design skills
- Public relations and marketing skills
- Driving license
Working hours: 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 1pm every alternate Saturday, and occasional evenings as required for exhibition openings and gallery events
Salary: Dependent upon experience