ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Project Gallery Assistant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Gagosian

Gallery Assistant

New York, NY · On-site

$50K/yr

Gallery Assistant Department: Operations Employment Type: Full Time Location: New York, NY ... ad hoc projects as requested. Qualifications for the role - BA and/or Master's degree in Art ...

Gagosian

Gallery Assistant

New York, NY · On-site

Gagosian is hiring a full-time Gallery Assistant to join its New York City team. Gagosian seeks a ... A ssist staff with ad hoc projects as requested. * B A and/or Master's degree in Art History or ...

Smith College

Gallery Attendant

Northampton, MA · On-site

$17.49/hr

To help visitors identify staff in the museum, Gallery Assistants wear an ID badge and radio with ... projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt.

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsArts And Entertainment JobsArts JobsGallery Manager JobsProject Gallery Assistant Jobs

Project Gallery Assistant information

See salary details

$13

$21

$31

How much do project gallery assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for project gallery assistant in the United States is $21.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are popular job titles related to Project Gallery Assistant jobs?

For Project Gallery Assistant jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Infographic showing various Project Gallery Assistant job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,814 per year, or $21.5 per hour.

Gallery Assistant

New York, NY • On-site

Gagosian
Freelance Artists and Writers • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Gagosianexternal

$50K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Gallery Assistant
Department: Operations
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: New York, NY
Compensation: $50,000 / year
Description
Gagosian is hiring a full-time Gallery Assistant to join its New York City team.Gagosian seeks a polished, energetic Gallery Assistant, with knowledge and passion for the arts, to work with the public in an administrative capacity. The ideal candidate will be friendly yet professional, maintain composure under pressure, has excellent judgment and ability to prioritize, a great memory for faces, and must have outstanding phone manner.
Duties include but are not limited to
- Manage reception area, serving as the first point of contact and handling all incoming and
outgoing calls in a bright, professional manner.
- Assistant with daily gallery logistics, including preparing overnight shipments and messenger
deliveries, book reservations for appointments, receiving and distributing mail, ordering
supplies, and scheduling security guards.
- Assist the Gallery openings, special events and meetings, such as the preparation of
beverages, room reservations, press packets, catalogues, etc.
- Learn and recognize key industry figures, building a strong working knowledge of major
clients, artists, and colleagues.
- Interact professionally with gallery employees, interns, and clients at all levels.
- Update auction calendar and track relevant auctions.
- Assist the Publications Department with warehouse shipments.
- Manage the gallery database, ensuring all entries are accurate and consistently updated.
- Prepare gallery finance reports, maintain credit card receipts, and review and pay shipping
invoices.
- Maintain a clean and tidy reception area.
- Mentor and oversee gallery interns, ensuring they are integrated into daily workflows and
supported in their professional development.
- Assist staff with ad hoc projects as requested.
Qualifications for the role
- BA and/or Master's degree in Art History or related field.
- Minimum one year's experience in a gallery or museum, including internship experience.
- Ability to work after hours for certain client viewings, openings and events.
- Must be able to consistently lift up to 30 lbs and be able to stand and walk for extended
periods during a shift.
Position Type
- Full-Time/Regular/Non-Exempt/Salaried position with overtime.
- Tuesday - Saturday Schedule.
Benefits and perks
- Comprehensive benefits suite through Cigna, including a fully subsidized employee only level HSA plan
- MetLife pet insurance
- A 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
- Employee discount on Gagosian products and publications
- Corporate memberships to museums
- Pre-tax flexible spending, dependent care, and commuter benefits

Apply