What are the responsibilities and job description for the Art Gallery Coordinator position at Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Art Gallery Coordinator to lead the daily operations and strategic initiatives of our vibrant art gallery that hosts approximately ten to twelve exhibitions per year. In this role, you will serve as the primary point of contact for visitors, artists, and community partners, ensuring an engaging and educational experience for all. You will oversee each exhibition, artwork management, educational programs, and outreach efforts to foster a thriving cultural environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence the arts community while developing your leadership and organizational skills at a well-established, nonprofit arts and cultural organization, located on a 22-acre campus on Long Beach Island.
Salary is commensurate with experience. This position is in person only. Applicants must live within a 45-minute commute to Loveladies on LBI, NJ.
To be considered, please email your cover letter (not AI generated), resume, and three references to: dkerner@lbifoundation.org by October 12, 2026.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage exhibitions, including planning, installation, and deinstallation, ensuring proper curatorial object care and cataloging, year-round.
- Manage the gallery’s accurate cataloging, research, and preservation of artworks.
- Manage online website sales of artwork during an exhibition.
- Foster teamwork working with LBIF Marketing, Design, and Programming,
- Providing training in customer service, research methods, and database management to summer interns.
- Develop and implement engaging educational programs for diverse audiences.
- Oversee budgets for exhibitions and programs, monitor expenses, and ensure efficient resource allocation.
Other roles you may be engaged in:
- Fundraising efforts: assist with grant proposal writing, donor outreach, and special events to support gallery initiatives.
- Oversee social media management to promote exhibitions, programs, and community engagement through various digital platforms.
- Graphic Design of LBIF’s catalogs and promotional materials.
- Deliver compelling presentations and public speaking engagements to promote the gallery’s mission.
Qualifications
- Education: College / University degree
- BFA, MFA, Masters in Curatorial Practice, Museum Studies or related area
- Graphic Design abilities preferred (Adobe Suite – InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for art catalog creation, marketing, report writing, budgeting, and presentations.
- Proven experience working with artists and artwork handling, collections management systems, and databases related to art or museum settings.
- Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal.
- Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Strong research skills, with a background in historical research or museum experience preferred.
- Experience in fundraising activities such as grant proposal writing or donor relations within nonprofit arts organizations.
- Background in education or teaching highly desirable.
- Ability to maintain excellent customer service standards during gallery operations.
- A passion for the arts and a desire to create compelling artistic experiences for our community!
Join us as an Art Gallery Coordinator to inspire creativity, foster community connections, and elevate the cultural landscape through innovative programming and dedicated stewardship of our artistic mission!
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 – 25.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $22