Assistant Gallery Director
We are looking to fill the position of Assistant Gallery Manager in our Bridgehampton gallery.
Mark Borghi is seeking a full time gallery assistant manager for its Bridgehampton/Sag Harbor, New York gallery. This is an in-person position and candidates must be local to eastern Long Island or willing to relocate to the area. Weekends are required for this position. As a premier gallery representing Post War and Contemporary Art in the Hamptons we are looking for someone with at least 1 year of experience within the art industry. As the gallery assistant manager, you are the first point of contact for all clients. You will be responsible for invoices, shipping logistics and inventory management. You will assist with show curation and essay writing on incoming property and assistance at fine art fairs. We are seeking a motivated individual who enjoys working with a small team and is looking to gain experience operating a commercial gallery.
Responsibilities:
• Opening and closing the gallery on a daily basis
• Greeting clients and answering phone/email inquires
• Drafting invoices and consignment agreements
• Tracking inventory and coordinating shipping logistics
• Assisting with developing exhibition materials
• Managing the gallery website and keeping up-to-date with recent inventory • Representing the gallery at art fairs
• Light art handling as needed
Requirements:
• B.A. in Art History, Communications, or related field
• 1 year of experience as a gallery assistant, sales associate, administrator, assistant registrar or marketing coordinator at an arts organization
• Conversational understanding of American and European Post-War and Contemporary art
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills
• Basic understanding of Photoshop, experience with ArtLogic and Wordpress preferred
Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Absolutely no calls or walk-ins please.
Summer Internship
We are looking to fill the position of Summer Intern in our Bridgehampton and Sag Harbor gallery.
Mark Borghi is seeking an Intern to work alongside the Front Desk, Sales, and Operations teams. This position will provide holistic experience and offer insight into the daily operations of a commercial art gallery.
Qualified candidates should be highly personable, organized, motivated, and responsible, with an interest in gaining experience in the daily operations of an art gallery.
Responsibilities:
• Provide general administrative support to the Sales Team, Gallery Assistants, and Operations team.
• Assist with front desk coverage, liaising with the public with warmth and discretion.
• Serve as a resource for the public, answering questions about current exhibitions and the gallery’s programming at large.
• Assist with the shipping and receiving of mail and packages.
• Run errands related to exhibitions and artist support.
This position offers a flexible schedule of 3-5 days a week from 10 AM—6 PM, Sunday - Saturday. An hourly stipend will be paid. Candidates will occasionally need to work additional hours on the weekends.
Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Absolutely no calls or walk-ins please.
MARK BORGHI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Gallery is firmly committed to equal employment opportunities in all facets of its operations. The Gallery makes decisions concerning hiring and terms and conditions of employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law