Marketing & Gallery Assistant

Company Overview

We are a small, independent art gallery and gift shop located in the heart of Belfast City Centre, dedicated to exhibiting and selling original artwork by a single contemporary artist. Our space blends creativity with community, offering a welcoming environment where art and storytelling come together.

Role Overview

We are looking for a proactive and creative Marketing & Gallery Assistant to support both our marketing efforts and day-to-day gallery operations. This is a hands-on role that involves content creation, social media marketing, direct sales, and client engagement. It’s ideal for a recent marketing graduate or someone with a strong interest in the arts and digital media.

You will play a key role in growing our audience, improving brand visibility, and driving art sales through strategic marketing and direct outreach.

Key Responsibilities

Marketing & Communications

• Create engaging content for social media, email newsletters, and the website

• Curate and schedule posts across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, etc.)

• Grow and manage our online presence; respond to followers and track engagement

• Pitch art sales to local businesses, hotels, and appropriate venues

• Assist with planning and executing email campaigns via Mailchimp

• Support ad campaigns using tools like Google Ads and Meta Ads Manager

• Help maintain and update website content (no coding needed)

Gallery Operations

• Welcome and assist gallery visitors with warmth and professionalism

• Handle basic administrative tasks and daily operations

• Maintain a clean and visually appealing gallery environment

• Conduct very basic print framing (training provided)

• Monitor and manage stock and inventory levels

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Degree in Marketing, Creative Communications, or equivalent work experience

• Comfortable with direct client interaction and confident in sales conversations

• Strong written and visual communication skills

• Experience using platforms such as Canva, Mailchimp, Google Ads, and social media scheduling tools

• Interest in visual arts and ability to discuss artwork with gallery visitors

• Self-driven, organised, and capable of working both independently and within a team

Benefits

• £15/hour competitive pay

• Employee and store discounts

• Flexible working days (choose your preferred 3–4 days)

• Opportunity to gain experience in both marketing and the arts

• Creative and collaborative working environment

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV, a brief cover letter, and examples of relevant marketing or creative work (e.g. social media content, newsletters, campaign materials) to:
marieclairefineart@gmail.com