Gallery Assistant

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Gallery Assistant – Perrotin, Tokyo

Institution: Perrotin Tokyo
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Contract: Three-month trial period, long-term desired
Workplace: Roppongi Gallery (1F Piramide Bldg, 6-6-9 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo)
Working Hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 10:30–19:30 (with 1-hour break); occasional overtime
Holidays: Sundays, Mondays, public holidays, and company-designated days
Salary: Based on experience and skills

Perrotin Tokyo is seeking a Gallery Assistant to serve as the first point of contact for visitors. This dynamic role offers opportunities to learn across all aspects of gallery operations, from exhibition preparation to client relations.

Key Responsibilities

Support the planning and organisation of exhibitions and projects, liaising with artists and studios
Catalogue exhibitions and artworks in the database
Draft, edit, and proofread exhibition previews and promotional materials
Coordinate press and media inquiries
Manage daily gallery operations including reception, opening/closing, and visitor assistance
Represent the gallery at openings, art fairs, and events
Administrative and logistical support as needed

Candidate Profile

Excellent communication skills in Japanese and English (oral and written)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
Eligibility to work in Japan
(Preferred) Knowledge of contemporary art and relevant experience in the field