Gallery Representative Position
Gallery Representative Position
Location: ACCI Gallery, Berkeley, CA
Hours: 20-25 hours per week
Compensation: $18.67 per hour
Supervisor: Gallery Director
About ACCI Gallery
ACCI Gallery is a vibrant cooperative gallery located in the heart of North Berkeley’s Gourmet District. Established in 1959, ACCI is the oldest arts and crafts cooperative west of the Mississippi, providing a dynamic platform for both emerging and established artists. The gallery represents approximately 120 artists working in ceramics, glass, jewelry, painting, printmaking, photography, textiles, sculpture, and more. As a member-driven cooperative, ACCI fosters a strong community among artists, patrons, and staff while serving as a premier retail and exhibition space for distinctive arts and crafts.
Requirements
Responsibilities
Sales/Customer Relations
Location: ACCI Gallery, Berkeley, CA
Hours: 20-25 hours per week
Compensation: $18.67 per hour
Supervisor: Gallery Director
About ACCI Gallery
ACCI Gallery is a vibrant cooperative gallery located in the heart of North Berkeley’s Gourmet District. Established in 1959, ACCI is the oldest arts and crafts cooperative west of the Mississippi, providing a dynamic platform for both emerging and established artists. The gallery represents approximately 120 artists working in ceramics, glass, jewelry, painting, printmaking, photography, textiles, sculpture, and more. As a member-driven cooperative, ACCI fosters a strong community among artists, patrons, and staff while serving as a premier retail and exhibition space for distinctive arts and crafts.
Requirements
- Self-motivated and ability to multi-task
- A positive attitude and excellent customer service skills
- 1-2 years retail sales experience
- Availability on weekends and evenings for gallery events
- Must have proficiency in Mac OSX and Google Suite, and be generally well-versed in current technology
- Familiarity with social media platforms, experienced posting and sharing to Facebook and Instagram
- Experience with POS and inventory systems
- Must be able to stand for extended hours and able to lift up to 20 pounds
- Educational Background in Art/Art History, or related experience
Responsibilities
Sales/Customer Relations
- Maintain a warm, clean, and inviting shopping environment for customers
- Make your presence known all around the gallery to prevent shoplifting
- Show knowledge of artwork, artists, and processes so that you can discuss artwork and our artists
- Demonstrate the ability to listen to customer needs and provide appropriate assistance
- Demonstrate knowledge of ACCI events, Membership procedures, and history to customers
- Ensure that the Daily Sales Desk Checklist + Closing Checklist are completed everyday
- Working with members to add inventory and/or remove inventory via email, and phone
- Understand how to run inventory reports for members to aid them in inventory tracking efforts
- Using POS database to track and manage inventory - Knowledge of POS and Inventory database systems is preferred!
- Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively with the Gallery Director, other Staff, and Member Artists.
- Supervise and train members when they come in for work hours
- Answer phone calls and emails regarding general gallery inquiries, questions from artist members, etc.
- Order supplies
- Assist with gallery events as needed
- Cleaning and organizing: gallery, front desk, stock room, bathroom, windows, shelves, etc.
- Place and adjust artwork as needed
- Administrative and clerical tasks as needed
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to info@accigallery with the subject line including your first and last name + Gallery Representative
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to info@accigallery with the subject line including your first and last name + Gallery Representative