commercial art gallery manager

collection management software

Be familiar with specialised collection management software used to document and keep record of the museum collection.

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copyright legislation

Legislation describing the protection of the rights of original authors over their work, and how others can use it.

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advertise the gallery

Actively promote and advertise the art gallery. Choose and monitor advertising channels.

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Promotion may happen using emails, websites, stands, radio announcements and editorial coverage.

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curate artwork for exhibitions

Make decisions about the type of work gallery exhibitions will show. Identify artwork that is likely to interest the audience.

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manage artworks' transportation

Arrange transportation of art pieces between different galleries, on a national as well as an international level.

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monitor artwork market

Estimate value and price of artwork. Permanently monitor art market in order to notice trends or sudden price changes. Identify which kind of artwork is selling well during a certain period of time.

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collaborate with technical experts on artworks

Collaborate with engineers, mechanics, and other technical experts to build, install and move pieces of art.

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consult exhibition organisers

Liaise with exhibition organisers to discuss themes, ideas and products.

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determine visual concepts

Determine how best to represent a concept visually.

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develop artistic project budgets

Developing artistic project budgets for approval, estimating deadlines and material costs.

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hire human resources

Manage the process of hiring human resources, from identifying potential candidates to assessing the adequacy of their profiles to the vacancy.

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implement sales strategies

Carry out the plan to gain competitive advantage on the market by positioning the company's brand or product and by targeting the right audience to sell this brand or product to.

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keep records on sales

Keep records of the activities of the sales of products and services, tracking which products and services were sold when and maintaining customer records, in order to facilitate improvements in the sales department.

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monitor after sales records

Keep an eye on the after sales feedback and monitor customer satisfaction or complaints; record after sales calls for thorough data analysis.

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prospect new customers

Initiate activities in order to attract new and interesting customers. Ask for recommendations and references, find places where potential customers can be located.

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sell art

Secure and sell pieces of art in different markets. Negotiate prices, liaise with art dealers, and prevent from acquiring counterfeit art pieces.

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assist clients with special needs

Aid clients with special needs following relevant guidelines and special standards. Recognise their needs and accurately respond to them if needed.

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ensure infrastructure accessibility

Consult designers, builders, and people with disabilities to determine how best to provide accessible infrastructure.

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identify new business opportunities

Pursue potential customers or products in order to generate additional sales and ensure growth.

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implement marketing strategies

Implement strategies which aim to promote a specific product or service, using the developed marketing strategies.

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install artwork in gallery

Organise tools and equipment; ensure correct and safe installation of the art piece.

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manage relationships with artists

Develop relationships with artists new to the gallery, and extend existing relationships with established artists.

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negotiate with artists

Communicate and negotiate with artist and artist management about prices, terms and schedules.

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prepare exhibition marketing plan

Develop marketing plan for upcoming exhibition; design and distribute posters, flyers and catalogues; communicate ideas with photographers, graphic designers and printers; prepare articles for online and printed media; keep website and social media up-to-date.

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produce statistical financial records

Review and analyse individual and company financial data in order to produce statistical reports or records.

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supervise art gallery staff

Supervise the activities and performance of art gallery employees.

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train employees

Lead and guide employees through a process in which they are taught the necessary skills for the perspective job. Organise activities aimed at introducing the work and systems or improving the performance of individuals and groups in organisational settings.

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art history

The history of art and artists, the artistic trends throughout centuries and their contemporary evolutions.

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conservation techniques

The procedures, instruments, techniques, materials and chemicals used in conservation and archiving.

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cultural projects

The purpose, organisation and management of cultural projects and related fundraising actions.

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employment law

The law which mediates the relationship between employees and employers. It concerns employees' rights at work which are binding by the work contract.

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teamwork principles

The cooperation between people characterised by a unified commitment to achieving a given goal, participating equally, maintaining open communication, facilitating effective usage of ideas etc.

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maintain relationship with suppliers

Build a lasting and meaningful relationship with suppliers and service providers in order to establish a positive, profitable and enduring collaboration, co-operation and contract negotiation.

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apply business acumen

Take appropriate actions in a business environment in order to maximise possible outcome from each situation.

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build community relations

Establish affectionate and long-lasting relationships with local communities, e.g. by organising special programms for kindergarden, schools and for dissabled and older people, raising awareness and receiving community appreciation in return.

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have computer literacy

Utilise computers, IT equipment and modern day technology in an efficient way.

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maintain customer records

Keep and store structured data and records about customers in accordance with customer data protection and privacy regulations.

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obtain sponsorship

Acquire sponsor deals by preparing relevant applications and reports.

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