experience of managing social media and mailings is very useful, and although not essential, the ability to use Photoshop can also be an advantage.physical stamina for organising and setting up exhibitions.administrative and IT skills, including database management.a genuine interest in and enthusiasm for art.teamworking skills and the ability to lead and motivate a team.experience of management accounting and financial negotiating.the ability and confidence to deal with a range of people.strong written and oral communication skills.If you're aiming to manage contemporary art spaces, a good knowledge of the current art scene is essential.Ī pre-entry postgraduate qualification, for example an MA, in a subject such as art history or visual culture can be useful, but you still need to support this with relevant practical experience.Įntry without a degree may be possible, but is unlikely unless you can show significant relevant work experience or specialised knowledge. There may be opportunities to travel, both nationally and internationally, to supervise touring exhibitions, attend art fairs and auctions and promote gallery activities and events.Īlthough commercial gallery management is open to all graduates, the following degree subjects are particularly useful:.
Smaller independent galleries are spread throughout the UK. Some galleries have offices in regional centres in the UK, as well as internationally.
Gallery managers can earn in the region of £25,000 to £40,000, whereas salaries for gallery directors can be in excess of £60,000.Salaries at this level can be around £16,000 to £19,000. You may need to start work at a lower level, for example gallery assistant, in order to gain experience.general administration, budgeting, finance and accounts.keep up to date with industry developments and market trends.develop client lists by notifying potential clients of particular works and exhibitions, according to their interests.negotiate with gallery managers and curators from other galleries to arrange for loans.organise equipment hire and ensure correct installation of the artwork.arrange transportation of work to and from the gallery, both nationally and internationally.curate shows in cooperation with artists and technicians.promote exhibitions and work by individual artists.work closely with individual artists, develop relationships with new artists, and extend relationships with established artist connections.plan, organise, present and market exhibitions and shows, including responsibility for public relations.catalogue acquisitions and keep records and archives.promote and sell artists' work, through both exhibitions and personal contacts.liaise with visiting artists and negotiate sales.maintain ongoing promotion and advertising of the gallery.develop and maintain the gallery's remit.
ensure the smooth running of the gallery.Responsibilitiesĭepending on your role, you may focus more on the front of house or behind the scenes. In smaller private galleries, you may have a more varied and all-round role. You may work underneath the gallery director or owner but will still have responsibility for the commercial and artistic success of the gallery. You'll manage the sales and marketing activities of running a commercial art gallery and will communicate directly with artists and dealers.Ī key aspect of your role will be selecting art and artists, to both enhance the gallery's reputation and bring in money from artwork sales. Commercial art gallery managers use artistic awareness, business acumen and interpersonal skills to ensure the smooth daily running of an art galleryĪs a commercial art gallery manager, you'll be responsible for the commercial and artistic success of a gallery.
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