What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office And Gallery Manager position at Frans Lanting Studio?
Office and Gallery Manager for the Frans Lanting Studio
The Frans Lanting Studio is seeking a highly organized Office and Gallery Manager for its multifaceted operation from a modern studio and gallery in Santa Cruz, CA, four blocks from the Monterey Bay.
The Studio is the home base of Frans Lanting, a world-renowned nature photographer, and his partner, writer and editor, Christine Eckstrom. Together they promote understanding about the natural world through images, stories, and projects that foster engagement with our living planet. Through their work and alliances, they create leverage for conservation efforts ranging from local initiatives to global campaigns.
This position requires someone who excels at juggling multiple responsibilities and changing priorities and likes working on inspiring projects in a small office environment with creative staff and outside talent.
Responsibilities include managing the gallery, providing support for studio projects, managing communications and calendars, and coordinating appearances, workshops, and exhibitions.
Preferred Skill Set & Background
• 5 years of experience as Office or Gallery Manager
• Proficiency with Mac operating systems, Apple applications, and Microsoft Office products
• Proficiency with Adobe products (Acrobat, Lightroom, and Photoshop) and FileMaker Pro
• Familiarity with WordPress, MailChimp, and Square point of sale
• Familiarity with the photographic or publishing industries and with gallery sales and marketing
Before applying, please check www.lanting.com, www.BayofLife.net, and our Instagram accounts, @FransLanting and @ChristineEckstrom.
Send a resume and cover letter to office@lanting.com describing the skills you would bring to the position. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Please, no phone calls.