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Gallery Manager 

About the Organization Leica Camera is an international, premium manufacturer of cameras and sports optics. The legendary reputation of the Leica brand is based on a long tradition of excellent quality, German craftsmanship and German industrial design, combined with innovative technologies. An integral part of the brand's culture is the diversity of activities the company undertakes for the advancement of photography. In addition to the Leica Galleries and Leica Akademies spread around the world, there are the Leica Hall of Fame Award and, in particular, the Leica Oskar Barnack Award (LOBA), which is considered one of the most innovative sponsorship awards existing today. Furthermore, Leica Camera AG, with its headquarters in Wetzlar, Hesse, and a second production site in Vila Nova de Famalicão, Portugal, has a worldwide network of its own national organizations and Leica Retail Stores.  
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.  
Description

Gallery Manager- Leica Boston Gallery

Leica Camera, manufacturer of premium cameras, lenses and Sport Optics is seeking

candidates for a Gallery Manager position for our Boston Gallery. Leica cameras are the preferred tool of leading photographers with a tradition of precision manufacturing and technological innovation. The brand is at the forefront of the photographic industry with an unsurpassed standard of excellence, both in photography and equipment. As the Gallery Manager, this candidate will be the driving force to bring the exciting world of Leica to the consumer. This person is expected to drive the Leica Gallery Boston and the associated Leica Store Boston as a destination for photography enthusiasts and serious collectors. The candidate’s is tasked to build up revenue streams from gallery sales that include photographic prints, collectable books, photographic books as well as items of collectable value.

 

Candidate must be based in Boston or neighboring areas.

 

Primary tasks

  • Responsible for the operational efficiency of the Art, Event and Education side of the Leica Gallery Boston.
  • Helping with the organization and installation of exhibitions.
  • Develop business model that increases annual sales revenues.
  • Select, direct and develop personnel to ensure consistent operation at the highest professional standards.
  • Be a genuine brand ambassador understanding and living the desire for the brand.
  • Managing VIP relationships externally and internally within Leica Corporate.
  • Promoting the gallery and store by liaising with Leica and third parties resources.
  • Oversight and responsibility for store functions, among which include: inventory, database, shipping, consignment and loans, and collateral materials.

 

Leica Camera Inc. Support

  • Be available to provide support for any other Leica Camera Inc. entities or events.

 

Characteristics/Skill-Set of Job Holder

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Experience in managing a Gallery business with bottom line responsibility (3 years minimum)
  • Established network of collectors in Boston
  • Familiarity and ease with digital photography
  • Advanced computer skills, including: MS Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom and knowledge of website maintenance

 

Key requirements

  • Knowledge of contemporary and 20th Century art, with an emphasis on photojournalism and fine art photography including prints, books, cameras
  • Focused on establishing the Leica Gallery as a destination for photo enthusiasts and collectors
  • Professional, energetic and positive
  • Goal oriented and motivated to achieve and surpass sales and marketing objectives
  • Strong business skills
  • Excellent leadership skills
  • Must be organized and detail oriented
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated sales ability
  • Must be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
 
Position Requirements  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt  
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Location Boston  
Number of Openings 1  
Position Gallery Manager  

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