JOB DESCRIPTION – ART GALLERY DIRECTOR

Part-time or Full-time position dependent on the right candidate.
In person position, West End Toronto.
25 hrs. a week minimum.
One-year contract, Maternity Leave coverage.

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION

Alison Milne Co. is a boutique design firm and contemporary gallery located in the west end of the city. The gallery specializes in fine art across various mediums, representing both emerging and mid-career local and international artists.

POSITION: GALLERY DIRECTOR

Alison Milne Co. is seeking a Gallery Director to lead and support the operations of the gallery across several key areas:

1. Arts Administration & Social Media

• Manage day-to-day operations of the gallery, including website and catalogue updates.
• Write exhibition catalogues, press releases, and newsletters.
• Coordinate and manage email campaigns.
• Prepare art fair and grant applications.
• Edit artist contracts and statements.
• Maintain and grow social media presence, working closely with the design team on strategy and execution.

1. Sales, Artist & Client Relations

• Respond to artwork inquiries and build client proposals.
• Host client viewings; in-person art trials, and studio visits.
• Coordinate framing, crating + shipping quotes.
• Communicate with existing and prospective artists.
• Develop new client relationships + nourish existing ones.

1. Studio Coordination & Office Management

• Support the overall organization of the studio.
• Be a team player - collaborate with the design team to manage deliveries and ensure clear communication with the team.
• Plan, promote, and facilitate opening receptions and client events.

1. Artwork Handling

• Maintain and organize artwork inventory.
• Receive new artwork and coordinate framing, packing, and shipping.
• Assist with exhibition installations, client installations and in person trials.

Education & Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in gallery coordination or related fields such as arts administration, public relations, social media/marketing, luxury sales, or business management.
• Degree or diploma in Visual Art, Art History, Arts Administration, Public Relations, Business, Ecom., Communications or a related field (preferred).
• Proficient in Mac OS, Adobe Creative Suite, Squarespace, and Google workspace.
• Experience with art handling is considered an asset.

Skills & Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Strong interest in fine art and design.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Self-starter who works well independently.
• Comfortable learning new systems, multitasking, and being hands-on.
• Thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and time-management skills.
• Highly organized with attention to detail.
• Reliable, punctual, and career-driven with a desire to grow.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Expected hours: No less than 25 per week

Language:

• French (preferred)

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details