Gallery assistant internship at Carpenters Workshop Gallery
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Dezeenjobs: Carpenters Workshop Gallery in London are looking for a gallery-assistant intern:
Gallery Assistant Internship
The Carpenters Workshop Gallery specialises in bringing artistic positioning to design, through an ambitious program of exhibits they avoid categorisation by uniting conceptual and functional works which strive to challenge and enlighten.
The gallery presents established artists such as Marc Quinn, Atelier van Lieshout, Wendell Castle, Ingrid Donat and extends to the current generation; Sebastian Brajkovic, rAndom International, Robert Stadler, Pablo Reinoso, Demakersvan, Xavier Lust, Vincent Dubourg and Mathieu Lehanneur.
Based in Mayfair, 3 Albemarle Street, we aim to be the destination in London for cutting-edge contemporary design-art.
Internship duties:
- Gallery administration
- Dealing with enquiries from clients, galleries, curators, press, museums, auction houses, gallery visitors and the general public
- Assisting with curatorial research for forthcoming exhibitions
- Designing press releases, catalogues and associated visuals
- Event planning, private views, exhibitions, photo shoots
- Providing assistance to the press officer, gallery manager, director, curator and Partners
- Liaising with artists and designers
Flexible with working hours; some Saturday work may be necessary. Full time preferable, part time, 2 days a week minimum.
Technical knowledge required – Microsoft Office, Excel, InDesign, Photoshop is useful but not crucial.
Good writing skills and the ability to communicate clearly and concisely are an essential part of the job.
Excellent multi-tasking skills – every day is different.
This internship is an excellent opportunity for anyone who wishes to learn how an art/design gallery operates. It is hands on and requires focused candidates who have a desire to learn, a professional outlook and are passionate about art and design.
Please email your CV and a covering letter stating why you think you are a good candidate to:
James Malcolm Green, Gallery Manager James@cwgdesign.com
T 020 3051 5939
www.carpentersworkshopgallery.com
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