Full Time Gallery Assistant

Arader Galleries, a distinguished Philadelphia art gallery and map seller specializing in natural history, travel and exploration, and cartography, is looking for a full-time gallery assistant.

The position’s main responsibility will be to assist in cataloging an extensive collection of inventory (maps and and works on paper) for both the gallery website and client catalogs. The gallery assistant will also assist in answering customer calls, greet clients, and organize the mailing of the catalogs. The assistant may also be called upon to assist the gallery director in other administrative tasks.

$3350/month (full-time, 40 hours/week).

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree (esp. in English, History, Art History, Classics or similar) required; 
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, specifically Word, Excel, Powerpoint required; proficiency in Adobe Photoshop & InDesign or similar photo/imaging programs preferred
• Strong organization and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Any Experience with the client relationship management software ACT! or other CRM is preferred

*The ability to life artwork up to 35 lbs.
• Experience with works on paper or the decorative arts is a plus, particularly of the 16th to 19th centuries
• Valid driver’s license preferred

This is a full time, permanent position. The employee will work five days a week, 10am – 6pm, Saturdays are required for this position.
 
Ideal candidate should be a professional, cheerful, and enthusiastic individual comfortable handling daily administrative tasks and client interactions in a high-pressure, but vibrant environment.
 
Please respond with a resume and covering letter to the Director of the Gallery at director@aradergalleries.com.

No walk ins or calls please.