Gallery & Project Manager

Art Basel, Hong Kong

Location: Hong Kong
Contract: Fixed-term until April 2025, with potential for permanent transition

Art Basel, the world’s premier art show for modern and contemporary works, is looking for a Gallery & Project Manager to lead the newly launched Awards Program and support Gallery Relations. This role is ideal for a highly motivated, organized, and detail-oriented individual with a passion for art and experience in managing large-scale events, exhibitions, or gallery projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Awards Program Management:

• Oversee the newly launched Awards Program from inception to completion.
• Handle all aspects of the program, including jury liaison, application management, organizing selection meetings, and the award ceremony.
• Ensure high-quality communication with media, jury members, applicants, and awardees.

Gallery Relations:

• Support the Gallery Relations Team by managing exhibitor participation, booth design, and logistics.
• Facilitate communication with galleries, manage pre-show preparations, and coordinate booth layouts.
• Act as an on-site liaison during events, providing exhibitors with guidance on booth presentation and logistics.

General Duties:

• Lead project management tasks, ensuring timely execution.
• Assist with budgeting, revenue forecasting, and financial reporting for events.
• Collaborate with teams across Hong Kong, Europe, and the U.S. to improve systems and streamline processes for other Art Basel shows.
• Provide regular updates to Regional Heads and Directors and assist with improving services for exhibitors.

Your Profile:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in event management, exhibitions, or gallery projects.
• Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Fluent in English and Chinese (including Putonghua).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with experience managing award programs (a plus).

What We Offer:

• Flexibility in working hours with a blend of home office and on-site presence.
• Strong social benefits and career growth opportunities within an international organization.

For more information or to apply, please visit the MCH Group Careers page.