Gallery Manager

Job Description:

The Old Sculpin Gallery, home of the Martha’s Vineyard Art Association, is seeking an enthusiastic and industrious individual as Gallery Manager for the 2026 season. The gallery is located in Edgartown, across from the Chappy Ferry.

The Old Sculpin Gallery fosters the work of its 60 member artists of many genres, promoting new exhibits on a weekly basis and highlighting themed exhibits and events that reflect our uniquely dynamic island life. We seek a candidate who is willing to accept the many challenges that come with overseeing a very exciting and ever-changing calendar of shows and events.

The Gallery Manager is responsible for daily operations of the gallery which, first and foremost, would include interacting with our guest visitors and patrons through excellent interpersonal and exceptional communication skills.  The individual will manage our sales team, our database of sales records and inventory, and manage social media postings. The individual is expected to learn pertinent information about each of the member artists and their work for the purpose of driving gallery sales.

The candidate will be expected to work closely with member artists to help coordinate their weekly exhibits and artist receptions. The individual will report to the Gallery Director. This hourly, seasonal employment includes overseeing the opening and closing of the gallery at the beginning and close of the season, which runs from May 22nd to October 12th. Please note that this role requires weekend work, scheduled days off will be during the week. The Gallery Manager will work 35-40 hours per week. Start date will be on or around May 15th.

This is a tremendous opportunity to be a vital part of a spirited and supportive non-profit arts organization.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or working toward a bachelor’s degree

• Business, management & retail experience are required. Art experience a plus.

• Attention to detail and flexibility to work with different personalities in a fast-paced environment. Ability to collaborate well with a good sense of humor and positive attitude while also maintaining the professional atmosphere.

• Experience in customer service is required as you will be the face of the gallery and greeting guests, patrons, board members, and community partners.

• Knowledge of or time spent on Martha’s Vineyard is not required but is highly encouraged due to the particularities of the summer season in Edgartown. Please note: Housing is not provided, individuals must have their own lodging and transportation.

• Ability to work Saturdays and Sundays (required).

How to Apply:

Please email a cover letter, resume and three references by March 29, 2026 to the hiring committee at art@oldsculpingallery.org. The subject of the email should be your Last Name _ Position Title (i.e.: Smith_Gallery Manager). Please note an in-person or Zoom interview with the director and select board members will be mandatory. No mailed applications or phone calls will be accepted. Inability to send all materials in the manner described will result in disqualification from review process.

No person shall be excluded or discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. EOE.