Content & Research Assistant

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Esther Schipper Gallery is Seeking a Content & Research Assistant

Job type: Part-time or working student

Esther Schipper is looking for a Content & Research Assistant to join the team in Berlin part-time or as a working student. As Content and Research Assistant, the role supports the gallery’s Content & Graphics Team/Head of Editorial Content in preparing materials for exhibitions, fairs, online platforms, and internal documentation. This part-time position is ideal for someone at the start of their professional career in the arts, with strong writing and research abilities, and a strong interest in contemporary art.

The position requires fluency in English and German and the ability to manage multiple tasks with precision and discretion.

Gallery Profile

Specializing in contemporary art and representing over 45 artists and estates, Esther Schipper has locations in Berlin, Paris, and Seoul. While the global team of over 60 employees is spread across these locations, the headquarters are in Berlin, where the core of operations is managed by both General Managers and their six departments.

Representing a diverse roster of international artists, the gallery has built a nearly 40-year legacy of innovation, institutional collaboration, and global engagement. The gallery is committed to presenting groundbreaking exhibitions by leading international artists. Mainly active in the primary market, the gallery represents its artists at all major international art fairs. There are 8–9 internal exhibitions produced yearly for the Berlin space, alongside regular exhibitions in Paris and Seoul. The gallery participates in 10–12 international art fairs and supports numerous external institutional exhibitions worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

Content & Editorial Support

Assist with writing and editing artwork descriptions, wall texts, social media captions, and promotional content.
Support bilingual translation tasks (EN ⇄ DE).
Proofread press releases, website content, and other editorial materials.

Research Assistance

Maintain engagement across platforms by responding to comments and direct messages, coordinating approvals with the sales team as necessary.
Conduct background research on artists and artworks (exhibition history, provenance, literature).
Update and maintain fact sheets, artist CVs, biographies, and internal reference materials.
Support documentation preparation for exhibitions, fairs, and online viewing rooms (OVRs).

Library & Archive

Support content calendars and digital storytelling strategies highlighting key events, exhibitions, and artist milestones.
Maintain the gallery’s research library and book inventory.
Organize and archive digital and physical press materials, research files, and artist documentation.
Locate materials for internal use (sales viewings, presentations, publications).

Candidate Profile & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (completed or in progress) in Art History, Curatorial Studies, or a related field.
2+ years of experience in a cultural, academic, or institutional setting (gallery, museum, etc.).
Excellent writing, editing, and research skills in both German and English (working fluency required).
Strong attention to detail and time management abilities.
Proficiency in MS Office; Adobe Creative Suite and CMS experience a plus.
Discreet, reliable, and team-oriented.
Demonstrated interest in contemporary art and gallery programming.

Working Conditions

Part-time or working student, 20–30 hours/week, in-person role based in Berlin. Occasional evening or weekend availability required for events. Desired start: ASAP, ideally by September 2025. Department: Content and Graphics Team. Reports to: General Management & Business Manager.

Application

Please send CV, cover letter, and two short writing samples (art-related, 2–3 pages each, excerpts acceptable) to jobs@estherschipper.com. Walk-ins or phone calls will not be considered.