Praxis Artspace is HIRING
Gallery Admin Officer
Praxis Artspace
Part-Time (0.5 – 0.7, four days per week) short term contract Feb – 22 November 2025 with a possibility of extension.
Salary Package: Competitive rates (above award), based on experience.
General Exhibition Staff Level 4 – 6 Amusement, Events and Recreation Award 2020
Our Gallery
Praxis Artspace is a dynamic space dedicated to showcasing innovative and thought-provoking works from emerging and established artists. With a focus on cutting-edge practices across various mediums, we aim to engage and challenge audiences while fostering meaningful conversations around art and culture. Situated at the forefront of the national art scene, our gallery is a hub for creativity, exploration, and collaboration, offering a diverse program of exhibitions, events, and artist collaborations.
Experience the future of art in a space where imagination knows no limits.
The Role & Your Responsibilities
We’re looking for an energetic and results-driven individual as a frontline to our contemporary gallery. A Gallery Admin Officer ideally is an organised, detail-oriented individual to support day-to-day operations of a busy art gallery. Responsibilities include managing visitor inquiries, maintaining exhibition schedules, assisting with event coordination, and providing administrative support to the director. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills, a passion for the arts, and experience in office administration.
Skills & Experience Required
- High level interpersonal skills and the ability to work with staff, collectors and artists from a diverse range of backgrounds.
- Liaising with artists and ensuring art works and other required information is received in time for exhibitions and launches
- Organising and attending events
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team and organise time effectively.
- Ability to maintain safety, privacy and security in all aspects of the gallery.
- Management of exhibitions, including the installation of art works, gallery care and appearance, logistics and documentation
- Dealing with clients for art work deliveries, installation and queries
Perks and Benefits:
- Be part of curated exhibitions that ignite creative conversations, and leave an indelible mark on the art world.
- Access to a diverse and vibrant art community, connecting you with contemporary artists, collectors, and thought leaders.
- An inspiring and supportive work environment, fostering creativity and personal growth.
- Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.
- The satisfaction of making a lasting impact in the art world and shaping the artistic discourse of our time.
To Apply
To apply, please submit your current CV and a brief cover letter to Director Patty Chehade ([email protected]) your full contact details with 2-3 referees’ contact details.
Applications close at midnight Monday 27 January 2025.