Gallery Assistant

Job Description

Festivals from India is hiring on behalf of Great Banyan Art in Delhi. We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Gallery Assistant to support the operational and administrative functions of our Delhi-based gallery. This role is focused on ensuring the smooth functioning of the gallery’s daily activities, logistics, inventory, and research. The ideal candidate will be organized, articulate, and able to handle sensitive tasks with discretion and efficiency. About Great Banyan Art: Great Banyan Art, founded in 2004 by Neeraj and Radhika Batra, is a distinguished private art institution based in Delhi. What began as a personal collection in the 1990s has evolved into a significant repository of modern and contemporary artworks from India and beyond. The collection features masterpieces by Indian artists like F.N. Souza, Tyeb Mehta, V.S. Gaitonde, and Amrita Sher-Gil, and has expanded to include Southeast Asian, African, and Western contemporary art. Notably, in 2018, the gallery consigned S.H. Raza's Tapovan to Christie's, setting a world record for the artist. Please note: The vetting process for this role comprises 2-3 rounds of interviews and may be followed by a brief assignment. Festivals From India is hiring for this role on behalf of the Great Banyan Art. This is an on-site, full-time position based in Delhi. Salary band for this role is available upon request. Essential Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Art History, Fine Arts, Business Administration, Museum Management, or related field. At least 2-3 years of experience with gallery management and operations. Strong communication skills, with written and verbal proficiency in English Competency in using IT systems, particularly Microsoft Excel, Word, and Powerpoint Key Personal Attributes & Skills Familiarity with the art market; ability to distinguish between primary and secondary market, identify market trends, and discuss the trajectories of the artists represented by the gallery Creative individual with drive, sincerity and ability to work efficiently and accurately according to instruction Highly organised and detail-oriented with good observation skills Values of adaptability and sincerity are critical A proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making skills Conscientious attitude with the ability to handle precious projects with care Good time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure Show more Show less