Wednesday, May 8, 2013

Gagosian Gallery Shop Associate

Shop Associate
Gagosian Gallery
(New York NY)


Gagosian Shop is seeking a Part -time, energetic individual to join our staff. We are looking for someone who can thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic art/retail environment. The ideal candidate is self- motivated, with excellent communication skills, loves to interact with the public and is a fast learner.

You will:
-Interface with the public in a retail environment with a pleasant and helpful demeanor
-Be extremely detail oriented and organized with the ability to prioritize tasks
-Have a knowledge of art history, retail sales experience and POS experience
-Have the ability to work effectively in small groups or on your own
-Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
-Opening and closing the shop and register
-Coordinating framing and shipping of shop items
-Ordering and maintaining office supplies
-Responsible for unpacking books and restocking inventory as well as maintaining all display areas
-Answering incoming calls, checking voicemails and sorting general emails
-Handling all aspects of daily sales; cash, credit card transactions
-Some late nights for special events & openings will be necessary

Skills: Must be proficient in MS office Suite, Microsoft Access, background in contemporary Art History, POS and cashier experience.

This is a part-time, hourly position on Mondays and Saturdays.
To apply: Please send resume and cover letter to shop@gagosian.com  with “Part - Time Help” in the subject line.

Absolutely NO phone calls, please.