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Personal Assistant With Artistic & Adobe Capabilities
NYFA
New York, NY, United States
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Description
We are looking for a Personal Assistant to the Director of the Art Gallery to deal with personal correspondence and personal projects. The PA will be able to work both from home and on premises and will accomplish a range of tasks from large art-related projects like photoshopping, to small everyday tasks like responding to emails and setting up meetings.
The PA may also be asked to contribute to Gallery related tasks, so an interest or passion in art is a must.
YOUR MISSION: To help make our Director more efficient, effective, and happy.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Managing calendar, schedules and appointments for the employer
Acting as first point-of-contact and correspondence on behalf of your employer - this includes emails, phone calls, instant messages, etc to friends, family, colleagues or dates.
Reminding the Director of important tasks and deadlines
Errands
Photoshopping images of our Director to make sure public image is positive
Keeping track of artists and colleagues that the Director is interested in meeting or is speaking to
Research and prepare documents (if necessary) for upcoming meetings and events so the Director is equipped with personal insights
Managing the Director’s online art portfolio
Managing the Director’s personal website.
ABOUT YOU:
You are extremely organized.
You love to coordinate and manage multiple moving parts.
You are able to determine the best course of action when dealing with ambiguity.
You have great verbal skills and are not afraid to speak up when you can see a better alternative.
You are a creative individual.
You are self-driven and are always looking for new ways that you can help or add value.
You are able to take critiquing on performance if you drop the ball (it happens!)
You get things done quickly and naturally operate with a sense of urgency.
When you say you will do something, you do it.
You are respected and are respectful of others. You know how to navigate with empathy and a non judgmental attitude.
You are flexible when it comes to your role, not bound by a specific list of duties, and are able to perform any task, big or small, with confidence.
QUALIFICATIONS
Flexibility and adaptability
Exceptional oral and communication skills
Must have proficient skill and knowledge of Indesign, Illustrator and Photoshop
Must have proficient skill in face editing and retouching
Can do some graphic design
Based in New York City, preferably Manhattan and can travel to premises when needed
Art gallery or art experience preferred
Previous assistant experience
Skilled with Adobe Suite and design
HOURS
This is a Part-Time paid hourly position. This job will be 2-3 days per week, and the hours may range from 3-7 hours each day.