Gallery Relations (Maternity Cover)
Institution: Liste Art Fair Basel, Basel, Switzerland
Deadline: February 2, 2026
Location: Basel, Switzerland
This position at Liste Art Fair Basel offers an opportunity to actively engage with an internationally renowned contemporary art fair. The role focuses on gallery relations, supporting overall fair organization, and ensuring a smooth, high-quality experience for participating galleries and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
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Communicate with and support participating galleries.
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Collaborate with communications staff to develop newsletter and social media content.
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Generate ideas to enhance gallery presentations and overall presence.
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Work with production staff to implement gallery displays and manage artwork transport.
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Administrative tasks, including invoicing galleries.
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Organize and coordinate installation and dismantling of galleries and info desks; presence required throughout the fair week.
Qualifications
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Minimum three years of professional experience in contemporary art.
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Proven experience organizing cultural events, including content, logistics, and communication.
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Strong organizational and multitasking skills; reliable under pressure.
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Proficiency with common digital tools.
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Excellent written and spoken English; German skills are a plus.
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Ability to communicate effectively with galleries, team members, and all fair stakeholders.
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Flexibility and readiness to adapt to changing situations; presence in Basel required from June.
Note: This call has been translated from German. Proficiency in German is likely essential; please contact the employer if unsure.
