2024 GALLERY ASSISTANT VACANCY AT GALLERY MOMO CAPE TOWN

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
• Setting up of daily reports to feedback to the entire team in JHB and CT
• 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