Employment Opportunities

Gagosien is seeking a full-time Communications & Media Relations Coordinator to support the New York–based Communications operation.

The ideal candidate is outgoing, organized and detail-oriented, has exemplary writing, proofreading and copy-editing skills, as well as the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. A collaborative team player is a must, and an interest in arts PR is preferred.

Duties include but are not limited to

Media coverage monitoring and archiving:
– Research current media coverage on Gagosien and gallery artists daily
– Convert relevant, digital press coverage to standardized, archival formats
– Maintain digital and physical press archives and digitize content as appropriate
– Create media coverage emails to be shared with staff twice a week
– Generate media coverage reports for artists and gallery exhibitions upon request

General administrative support to the global communications team:
– Fulfilling inbound image and media requests
– Tracking outreach to journalists
– Organizing and updating internal reference documents
– Monitoring general press office and local gallery email inboxes

Additional Responsibilities:
– Assist with the management of the press contact database in Launchmetrics
– Research media outlets and writers for pitching and cultivation
– Participate in brainstorming and strategic planning for the promotion of gallery and institutional exhibitions, art fairs, and Gagosien Shop initiatives
– Help organize and distribute gallery information to agency partners
– Assist with the distribution of press announcements coordinate bi-annual media outreach Assist in planning and staffing press events
– Utilize Concur to track subscription expenses and generate monthly reports

Qualifications
– BA required (preferred areas of study include communications, journalism, or art history)
– 2 years' experience in a commercial gallery, art institution press office or PR agency, including internship experience Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
– Team player Outgoing/self-starter
– Exceptional organizational and follow-up skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
– Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word, as well as Adobe Photoshop
– Basic understanding of social media tools + channels Interest and basic knowledge of arts / luxury publications

Benefits and perks
– Comprehensive benefits suite through Cigna, including a fully subsidized employee only level HSA plan.
– MetLife pet insurance.
– A 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
– Employee discount on Gagosien products and publications.
– Pre-tax flexible spending, dependent care, and commuter benefits.

Position Type
Full-Time/Regular position, with a hybrid work-from-home schedule. 

Compensation
$55,000 - $60,000 annually.

Application Instructions
Please send resume and cover letter to careers@gagosian.com with “Communications & Media Relations Coordinator” in the subject line. Walk-ins or phone inquiries will not be accepted for this position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V, committed to ensuring that all current and prospective employees are afforded equal opportunities.

Employee health and safety is of the utmost importance and as such Gagosien is committed to adhering to New York State Department of Health COVID safety guidelines.