Gallery Associate, Sales + Marketing
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Gallery Associate, Sales + Marketing
Organization:
Coastal Peoples Fine Arts Gallery
Deadline:
Oct. 1, 2026
Organization Description:
Established in 1996, the Gallery welcomes everyone to experience a superb collection of the finest artists and their work. By supporting these Indigenous artists who are native to these regions, and acquiring their artworks, your generous patronage is contributing to their families and communities, which allows them to thrive and the culture to remain alive.
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Job Description:
Coastal Peoples has an exciting opportunity for a Sales & Marketing professional to join our vibrant Art Gallery in downtown Vancouver. You will be responsible for achieving sales targets and executing marketing objectives. The role will involve prospecting and soliciting clients as well as involvement in all aspects of marketing the gallery. Our Gallery can offer you the opportunity to experience Indigenous culture in an arts environment. Since 1996, Coastal Peoples Gallery has presented a world class First Nations and Inuit collection and has brought visitors and collectors together to experience their art & culture in warm and inviting gallery setting.
We’re seeking a self-motivated, super organized and versatile individual with an eye for detail who possesses the essential skills required and is willing to initiate projects while handling specific duties during a flexible work week. If this sounds like you, then we would be delighted to have you apply.
Responsibilities:
Working within a team environment, you would perform key tasks to assist in the performance of the gallery, including:
Engage with potential buyers and clients in person and electronically
Sustain relationships with and prospect clientele to increase sales in person or via CRM
Prepare and accomplish key sales & marketing objectives and strategies
Create content, manage engagement, track progress and execute plans
Plan, develop, implement and evaluate advertising and promotions
Create partnership opportunities within existing and/or new markets
Identify marketing opportunities based upon gallery’s target markets & brand
Improve profitability through research and identifying new market opportunities
Prepare and obtain materials specific to exhibitions and special events
Collect, analyze and provide reports on data and trends
Establish and maintain external relationships with media partners, vendors and gallery graphic designer
Develop a creative brief to guide each campaign including exhibitions
Work with gallery graphic designer to develop creative visuals and branding
Negotiate and execute media buys within budget
Qualifications:
University Degree or Diploma is marketing or other relevant field
Minimum 2 years work experience in sales & marketing
Experience with digital marketing
Confident, dependable individual to contribute enthusiastically and take on key sales & marketing responsibilities within an intimate team environment
Self-reliant multi-tasker capable of working independently and as a part of an integrated team
Strong communication and interpersonal skills experience dealing with high-end clientele
A flair for the creative and project management skills are necessary
Ability to handle deadlines and problem-solve quickly and effectively
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite skills Adobe Photoshop and CRM system experience is an asset Ability to handle delicate artwork in a professional manner
Experience with printed collateral materials and catalogues is an asset
Experience in maintaining a client database and/or web site is an asset
Experience in corporate B2B sales and/or events management is an asset
An interest or specific knowledge in Canadian First Nations’ culture is preferred
Flexible weekly schedule including some weekends
How to Apply:
Please indicate on your submission where you discovered this job posting. Please email your cover letter, resume and references. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those short-listed will be contacted. No phone calls or gallery drop-ins please. This position will remain open until it is filled. Remuneration is competitive based on experience and the gallery offers a benefits package.
Remuneration:
$47,500
