Art Advisor-Luxury Sales Associate

Sorrel Sky Gallery is a national, prestigious high-end gallery with strong roots in our original Durango gallery. Since 2002, we have been an integral part of the local arts community, representing local, national and international top artists.  

The Opportunity: Art Advisor

We are seeking an experienced, local Art Advisor who is passionate about sales and driven to provide exceptional client service. If you have experience selling fine art and/or luxury high-value brands in a high volume, sales-driven environment, and are seeking your next career opportunity, this could be a great fit for you.

In this role you will assist clientele in making art selections and creating a seamless experience from purchase through to installation. Working as part of the Sorrel Sky team, you will be involved in planning special events, creating a welcoming environment, problem-solving, and ensuring outstanding customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Greeting all visitors to the gallery and facilitating in-store sales. Answering phones and attending to client needs, including phone sales.
• Computer use to process purchases, enter inventory, email clients, etc.
• Achieving established sales goals; suggesting ways to increase gallery sales.
• Teaming with co-workers to ensure proper customer service and to display inventory in a creative and compelling way.
• Representing the gallery in a professional and knowledgeable manner while conducting sales at exhibitions and events.
• Working with the Gallery Manager to discover targets for private and public institutional acquisitions of art, and develop plans for outreach and submissions of work for consideration. Develop relationships with interior designers and art consultants.
• Maintain order and cleanliness in the gallery.
• Assist staff with other duties as needed.

Qualifications

·       Two years or more of experience in sales in a fine art or luxury retail location.  

·       Bachelor’s degree in art, business, or a related field preferred.

·       Must be proficient working with technology, including social media.

·       Highly organized, with the ability to track multiple priorities simultaneously and pivot as business needs require. 

·       Ability to perform under pressure, prioritize and address issues in a timely manner.

·       Strong knowledge of Mac Platform a strong plus.

·       Strong understanding of customer service practices.

·       Solid communication and interpersonal skills.

·       Availability to work flexible hours including some weekends, holidays and for shows and events.

·       A high level of business and personal integrity.

Typical Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Additional days/hours as needed to cover for other associates and/or for special events.

• Compensation is an hourly base pay plus generous commission. Full-time associates can expect to earn $55,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year, with part-time associates earning a commensurately pro-rated amount.