Art Gallery Assistant (Mid-Wilshire)

Avoid scams and fraud by dealing locally! Beware any deal involving Western Union, Moneygram, wire transfer, cashier check, money order, shipping, escrow, or any promise of transaction protection/certification/guarantee. More infoLos Angeles contemporary art gallery is seeking gallery assistant for administrative, sales and marketing duties. The position entails manning the front desk, general administration and organization, as well being the primary PR person and salesperson. This is a hands-on position involving all aspects of the operation.
The gallery showcases a variety of international artworks, while providing a discriminating customer with an enjoyable shopping experience.

The Sales Associate must have 3-5 years retail sales experience. Experience and passion for selling art or luxury products is a definite plus. Must have worked in the Beverly Hills, Mid-Wilshire or West Hollywood area.

The primary job responsibilities include:
- MUST have strong computer skills in Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks and social media (facebook, twitter, pintrest)
- MUST have excellent written and oral communication skills
- Interacting and selling to customers one-on-one: greet and acknowledge every customer, convincing, personable, and able to sell
- Maintain the store to a high standard at all times, such as keeping all surfaces clean, artworks straight and neat
- Maintain the desk, helping to keep things organized and clean
- Maintain a detailed knowledge of the gallery's artworks, artists and services.
- Ensuring that product inventory and sales are properly recorded
- Mastery of electronic POS register and QuickBooks sales transactions
- Additional languages helpful
- Maintain positive outlook and professional demeanor while doing tasks at all levels

It is important to provide the best customer service and a wonderful shopping experience.

The regularly scheduled hours are Tues-Sat, with a total of about 35 hours per week. Must be flexible to work extra hours at exhibition openings or special events about every 4-6 weeks.

Email CV and statement of interest specifically concerning this job pasted in the BODY OF THE EMAIL (additional documents can be attached)
Submissions lacking a cover letter will not be reviewed.

Location: Mid-WilshireCompensation: $12/hour plus generous commissionPrincipals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.Please, no phone calls about this job!Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

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