Registrar & Logistics Manager at Patricia Low Contemporary

Organisation: Patricia Low Contemporary
Location: Venice, Italy
Salary: Not specified
Contract: Not specified
Application deadline: Not specified

Patricia Low Contemporary is seeking a Registrar & Logistics Manager to support the continued development of its Venice gallery.

Patricia Low Contemporary is a contemporary art gallery with spaces in Gstaad and Venice. The gallery represents an international roster of artists and develops an ambitious exhibition programme while participating in leading international art fairs and collaborating closely with artists and collectors.

Working closely with the gallery’s team, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of artwork logistics and registrar operations, including international shipping, artwork documentation, exhibitions and art fairs.

Key responsibilities

Artwork registration

• Coordinate the movement of artworks between artists, collectors, art fairs and the gallery’s different locations.
• Supervise packing, unpacking, condition reports and artwork installations.
• Maintain inventories, artwork documentation and registrar archives.
• Ensure artworks are handled, stored and maintained according to professional standards.

Transport and logistics

• Organise national and international artwork shipments in collaboration with specialised fine art shippers.
• Manage shipping documentation, customs procedures (ATA Carnets, import/export) and insurance requirements.
• Obtain and compare shipping quotations, monitor logistics budgets and optimise transport costs.
• Anticipate technical requirements and coordinate transport schedules.

Exhibitions and art fairs

• Prepare and oversee the logistics for exhibitions in Venice and international art fairs.
• Participate in exhibition installations and de-installations.
• Ensure projects are completed on schedule and to the highest standards.

Coordination and administration

• Act as the main point of contact for artists, studios, transport companies and insurers regarding registrar matters.
• Oversee administrative follow-up for logistics and insurance documentation.
• Contribute to improving internal procedures and the overall efficiency of gallery operations.

Requirements

Applicants should have:

• Proven experience in a similar position within a gallery, museum, foundation or auction house.
• Good knowledge of international fine art shipping and customs procedures.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A proactive, reliable approach and the ability to work independently.
• Flexibility and versatility in a small, dynamic team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluency in English and Italian is essential.

What the gallery offers

The position offers:

• A key role based in Venice within an international contemporary art gallery.
• A dynamic working environment in direct contact with artists and collectors.
• A high level of autonomy and responsibility.
• A varied role across exhibitions, international art fairs and special projects.

Application process

Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter to the Patricia Low Contemporary team.

No application deadline is specified.

Image: Courtesy of Patricia Low Contemporary.