Exhibition Manager and Registrar, Barbara Thumm, Berlin

Since 1997 Galerie Barbara Thumm has established a distinct programme and realized ambitious installations not only in the gallery but also in various project spaces in Berlin. The gallery programme emphasizes on representational work, which combines various media and is multifaceted in its artistic strategies. The gallery works with internationally established artists, artist estates as well as with younger positions and has accompanied many of the gallery artists since the beginnings of their careers.

To strengthen our team, we are looking for an experienced Exhibition Manager and Registrar in full time.

Barbara Thumm is looking for an experienced Registrar to oversee the smooth and efficient operation of the gallery and its programme. A successful candidate will prove experience of all aspects of inventory and exhibition management in a fast-moving working environment. Reporting to the director, they will play a key role supervising all shipping logistics, artwork storage and exhibition projects.

Candidate specifications:
• Minimum of 2 years experience working as a Registrar or similar position in the visual arts
• A comprehensive understanding of the parameters of working in a commercial gallery
• Proven ability to support team members and artists in all areas of the safe handling, transport, storage and exhibition of artwork and production
• Proven ability to work to tight deadlines and budgets
• Excellent organisational skills with proven experience of exhibition management
• Confidence to delegate tasks and supervise their progress and timely completion
• Confident, independent worker, who follows guidelines and instructions closely without oversight
• Excellent communication skills and writing and editing skills in both English and German
• Proficiency with Mac operating systems, Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop and InDesign. Sketch-up is a plus
• Experience of managing a cloud-based database system
• Fast learner able to pick-up the operation of new systems in an efficient and timely manner
• Smartly presented with a polite and positive demeanour
• The registrar will work closely with the Director, Gallery Manager.