What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Gallery Coordinator position at Meuse Gallery?
Position Available: Assistant Gallery Coordinator
Location: Meuse Gallery, St. Helena
Meuse Gallery, a luxury contemporary art gallery showcasing the work of renowned British artist Simon Bull, is seeking an Assistant Gallery Coordinator to join our vibrant team on Main Street in St. Helena. Building on the success of our flagship location in Carmel-by-the-Sea, Meuse has established itself as a cornerstone of Napa Valley's art scene, housed in one of St. Helena’s most iconic buildings.
If you have operational experience and are excited to work in a dynamic and colorful gallery environment, this could be the perfect role for you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Operations Director to manage artwork deliveries, pickups, and drop-offs within the Bay Area and Monterey Peninsula, driving a Sprinter Van.
- Provide support to operational and sales teams as needed.
- Hang and move artwork, ensuring proper placement and presentation.
- Maintain and organize artwork storage.
- Adjust gallery lighting as required.
- Package and prepare artwork for shipping with attention to detail.
- Handle gallery paperwork and documentation.
- Assist with setup and teardown at local pop-up shows.
- Keep the gallery organized and presentable.
- Greet and engage with clients on the sales floor when the sales team is unavailable.
- Support gallery events on weekends as needed.
Candidate Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. comfortably (our collection includes large-format pieces!).
- Ability to drive a large Sprinter van.
- Availability during weekdays and occasional weekends.
- A strong appreciation for and commitment to the integrity of fine art.
- Confidence working on tall ladders.
- A collaborative, team-oriented mindset and a passion for working with others.
- Proficiency with Mac systems and general technology (e.g., iPhone, MacBook, email, iMessage).
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator would be a plus.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 34 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20