Gallery Assistant
NewHouse Gallery, Amsterdam
4 to 5 days per week | Start date in consultation
NewHouse Gallery is looking for a highly organised and structured Gallery Assistant to oversee the operational backbone of the gallery.
This role is for someone who thrives on clarity, planning, and precision. You ensure that exhibitions, art fairs, and daily operations run seamlessly. You bring calm to complexity and take ownership of the systems behind the scenes. You'll work closely with the founder and gradually take responsibility for the operational flow of the gallery.
Responsibilities
• Oversee day-to-day gallery operations and planning
• Lead the operational preparation and coordination of national and international art fairs, from timeline management to on-site readiness
• Manage inventory, archiving, consignments, and artwork documentation
• Prepare and maintain accurate client materials, pricing documents, and presentations
• Support (financial) administration in collaboration with the accountant
• Maintain structure across deadlines, follow-ups and internal processes
• Coordinate with artists, suppliers, and external partners
Profile
• Highly structured and detail-oriented
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Confident taking ownership and managing timelines independently
• Clear communicator, internally and externally
• Affinity with contemporary art and design
• Fluent in Dutch and English
• Based in or near Amsterdam
Experience within a gallery, creative studio, or cultural institution is preferred but not required. Precision, reliability, and initiative are essential.
What we offer
• A key position within a growing contemporary gallery
• Direct collaboration with the founder
• Responsibility and room to shape internal systems
• Exposure to exhibitions and international art fairs
• Competitive salary based on experience
To apply, please send your CV and short motivation to Pia at info@newhouse-gallery.com.
