Full-time role
Reporting to the Senior Director Marketing (messaging oversight Communications Manager, Hauser & Wirth Somerset)
Based at the gallery in London or Somerset, UK with some remote working and travel between sites in the UK

We are looking for a driven, flexible and creative individual who has sound marketing experience, ideally within a global arts business. The purpose of the role is to promote the programme at Hauser & Wirth Somerset and Hauser & Wirth London, including but not limited to promoting the work of our artists and both physical and online exhibitions and art fairs to both a local and global audience of existing and new clients. This is a hands-on role delivering campaigns from start to finish and working as part of a global team based in multiple locations across different time zones.

Background

Hauser & Wirth was founded in 1992 in Zurich by Iwan Wirth, Manuela Wirth and Ursula Hauser. A family business with a global outlook, Hauser & Wirth has expanded over the past 28 years to include galleries in Hong Kong, London, New York, Los Angeles, Somerset, Gstaad and St. Moritz. The gallery represents over 80 artists and estates who have been instrumental in shaping its identity over the past quarter century, and who are the inspiration for Hauser & Wirth’s diverse range of activities that engage with art, education, conservation and sustainability.

Main Activities/Responsibilities

• Plan and manage an effective programme of marketing activity for Hauser & Wirth Somerset and Hauser & Wirth London to achieve business objectives.
• In close collaboration with the Senior Director Marketing and Communications Manager, Somerset, manage the marketing strategy for campaigns including identifying target audiences, and creating and delivering effective campaigns. This will include email marketing, managing the Somerset social media channels, managing related website content, advertising, onsite marketing, print and partnerships. As part of the Somerset programme, the role also includes event marketing.
• Write copy, collate assets, coordinate approvals and image clearance, brief designers and other team members on upcoming activity and ensure processes are monitored and deadlines met.
• Develop creative and evidence-based marketing initiatives to deepen our relationship with artists and existing clients and attract new clients to the business.
• Develop innovative partnerships across the business and also with art fairs, other brands and organisations for the benefit of Hauser & Wirth, its artists and clients.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of all campaigns, adjusting plans as needed and reporting on effectiveness
• Work closely with the Senior Director Marketing to manage the marketing budget, following business procedures, monitoring expenditure and obtaining best value.

Essential

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in an equivalent role
• Experience of managing, devising and implementing effective marketing campaigns in a global business / complex organisation
• Experience of managing social media and updating website content.
• Creative thinker with an enthusiastic and entrepreneurial approach to producing innovative marketing campaigns
• Excellent copy writing skills with a very keen eye for detail and accuracy
• Sound visual literacy and understanding of the principles of branding and the motivation to create creatively standout work
• Effective communication skills with the ability to convey thoughts clearly and concisely, and in a way that is accessible and engaging to a diverse range of people
• Ability to work collaboratively with a range of internal and external partners, developing and sustaining effective working relationships
• Experience of digital marketing including programmatic and display advertising, content marketing, SEM and SEO
• Excellent planning and organisational skills, especially the ability to prioritise a heavy workload and to work flexibly
• Ability to work positively and calmly under pressure, remaining a supportive and constructive global team member
• Demonstrable experience of managing a multi-platform marketing budget, always ensuring a high level of accuracy
• Experience of managing designers and external suppliers

Hauser & Wirth is an international art gallery with locations across the globe, including London and Somerset. This opportunity is for a full-time paid traineeship for a period of one year within our Registrar Department. The Registrar Department is a specialist role, responsible for the shipping, packing, framing, condition, storage and documentation of the artworks in care of the Gallery. Working as part of a small team, you will be trained in all aspects of Registrar work, and by the end of the placement you will know how to condition check an artwork and develop an awareness of artwork media and conservation. You will also gain a basic understanding of how artworks are installed, packed, and shipped, including international customs and export licences.

As the traineeship is more specialised, a detailed training programme has been developed to help get to grips with the role. Regular one-to-one meetings are in place that focus on individual development and provide an opportunity to reflect on the technical tasks as you learn them. Although primarily dedicated to the Registrar Department, you will also be called upon for general gallery assistance when necessary, providing even greater insight into how a contemporary commercial art gallery operates.

Working hours are Monday to Friday, from 9am to 6pm, with an hour lunch break each day. Saturday assistance and evening work may be required, and any additional hours worked will be compensated with time off in lieu.

Tasks will include, but not limited to:

● Support the Registrar department with documentation of works of art, shipments, customs paperwork and condition reports
● Assist with the movement and coordination of artworks for exhibitions, loans and art fairs
● Undertake regular stock takes of works of art
● General gallery duties may include Front Desk support, assistance with mailouts, archiving, post, and private views

Requirements:

● Fluent in English
● Three years minimum relevant educational or professional experience
● A willingness to learn and work as part of a team
● Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
● Organised with an ability to prioritise
● Computer literate (particularly with Mac OS X and Microsoft Office Suite)
● Candidate should be meticulous with attention to detail, especially relating to data entry and storage of information
● Proactive attitude

Please submit your CV, with a brief cover letter explaining why you are applying for the internship and two references by email only to: london@hauserwirth.com

Hauser & Wirth is an equal opportunities employer. Hauser & Wirth is committed to the policy in its employment practices, including vacancy advertising, recruitment, training and promotion, terms and conditions of employment and reasons for termination.

The principles of non-discrimination and equality of opportunity also apply to the way in which staff treat visitors, clients, customers, suppliers and former members of Hauser & Wirth.