Position: Gallery Manager

About the role:

Jack Richeson & Co. is looking for a creative professional to lead the Richeson School of Art & Gallery. Be part of a team that’s passionate about the visual arts and the artist community. From hands-on materials to finished works by local and internationally recognized artists, every day offers a new opportunity to learn, create, and grow in the fine art world.

What you will be doing:

Exhibit Management - Plan and execute all aspects of main exhibits, including scheduling, coordinating with exhibiting organizations, managing promotional materials, and facilitating receptions.

Gallery Consignment & Artist Engagement - Coordinate local and regional artwork on consignment, including building relationships with artists, expanding gallery representation, managing artwork intake and installation, promoting pieces for sale, and maintaining a database of consigned work.

Workshop & Event Coordination - Plan, coordinate, and launch quarterly classes and workshops, including selecting instructors, preparing promotional materials, and facilitating events.

Retail Operations & Guest Experience - Select and manage product assortment, maintain appropriate inventory levels, ensure accurate pricing, and update the POS system as needed. Assist guests by providing product information and supporting the checkout process. Maintain a clean, welcoming, and well-presented facility for visitors.

Social Media Management - Oversee and maintain the gallery’s social media presence.

Community Partnerships & Giving - Partner with local organizations to increase visibility of the Richeson School of Art & Gallery. Manage and facilitate donations to requesting organizations when appropriate.

Product Development Support - Support the purchasing and new product development teams by testing art material samples and providing feedback, while collaborating to generate new ideas and address customer requests.

Artist Programs & Tradeshow Support - Create and present artwork samples for tradeshows, contribute to artist blog content, support artist programs, and participate in tradeshow events with required travel.

What you need:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Background in studio arts with knowledge of art materials and artistic processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Programs
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Customer service mindset with the ability to create a positive guest experience
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for extended periods
• Ability to lift and move artwork, supplies, or materials (up to 50 lbs.)
• Ability to work some nights and weekends

What we offer:

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off, including company-paid holidays
• Opportunity to grow and learn alongside passionate, driven colleagues

Where you'll be: 557 Marcella Street, Kimberly, WI 54136

What we’d like from you:

• A resume that showcases your skills, experience, and readiness for this opportunity.

About Us!

For the last four decades, Jack Richeson and Company has been a market leading manufacturer and distributor of fine art materials. The company offers various artist materials including brushes, easels, stretcher bars, paper products, pastels, paints, painting surfaces and accessories.

For 40 years DecoArt has inspired creativity. In our consumers we inspire the creativity to craft, decorate, and make. In our employees we inspire the creativity to innovate, problem solve, and get things done.

In 2022, DecoArt acquired Jack Richeson and Company allowing the creativity and innovation to join together as one.

Jack Richeson & Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for all. We welcome all qualified job seekers regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, email HR@decoart.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.