Executive Art Liaison

Job Title: Executive Art Liaison

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Nature Morte Manifesto: We expect prospective employees to abide by the NM Manifesto of

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Position Summary

The Art Liaison serves as the critical bridge between the gallery and its artists, ensuring seamless communication, thoughtful coordination, and end-to-end execution of exhibitions and special projects. The role demands strong relationship management with represented artists, meticulous attention to operational details, and a deep commitment to showcasing artistic intent across platforms. This position is both strategic and hands-on requiring the ability to manage multiple stakeholders, support curatorial and sales teams, and uphold Nature Morte’s values of integrity, accountability, and transparency in every interaction.

Key Responsibilities

1. Artist Relations & Support

• Conduct regular monthly check-ins/correspondence/communication with represented and associated artists to ensure ongoing support and satisfaction.
• Track and document museum exhibitions, residencies, and publications involving NM artists for social media, press, newsletters and archives.
• Assist artists in all stages of exhibition and publication development.

2. Exhibition Coordination

• Lead the end-to-end execution of exhibitions, including:
• Checklists, timelines, schedules, and artwork inventories.
• Press releases, curatorial texts, sales decks, social media materials, vinyl texts, and photography.
• Installation and de-installation processes with attention to artwork safety.
• Organize team walkthroughs of upcoming exhibitions.
• Support the sales team with relevant exhibition content including artist and artwork details.
• Maintain and track exhibition schedules and budgets with actuals.

3. Communications & Liaison Work

• Coordinate closely with artists to understand and convey the conceptual underpinnings of artworks as well as artists’ intent for exhibitions, special projects, and fairs.
• Manage any and all related documentary materials for the execution of artists’ works for exhibitions and media

5. Art Fair Participation

• Manage application processes, coordinate with fair organizers, and assist with booth design, artwork selection, and content creation.
• Support exhibition setup and takedown (on-site or remotely).
• Assist the sales team with content and documentation for fair presentations.

6. Billing & Financial Coordination

• Collect and organize bills from all service vendors including framers and photographers; generate top sheets for accounts.
• Liaise with the accounts team to ensure timely payments and follow-ups on pending payments
• Assist in maintaining a quarterly and annual exhibition expense report and related budgets.

Goals of the role:

• Champion artist relationships to establish Nature Morte as the most artist-trusted gallery in India measured not only by satisfaction but by the depth of collaboration across exhibitions, fairs, and publications
• Deliver exhibitions and art fair presentations that become benchmarks in the contemporary Indian art world—flawless in execution, resonant in narrative, and inspiring in audience impact.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fine Arts, Art History, Arts Management, or related fields.
• 3–5 years of experience in a contemporary art gallery, institution, or similar cultural organization.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and project management skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.