Artist Administrator

About Artiq

Artiq is a dynamic team over of 40 people, bringing momentum to a new arts economy where artists and creative businesses can thrive, and careers can be built. Working with an international client base, we are growing fast and creating new opportunities all the time for talented people passionate about art.

Based in London and operating in 20+ countries, we work with and represent some of the best artists in the world and help our clients to build collections and experiences, giving them unrivalled access to the cultural world.

About the role

We're hiring an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Artist Administrator to join our team. As an integral part of the Artist & Partnerships department, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining our artist database, ensuring accurate data entry and reporting.

The ideal candidate will actively seek out and network with artists with the purpose of expanding our roster. You will assist in planning and delivering a range of events, support marketing efforts, and provide administrative support to the Artist & Partnerships Manager. Strong communication, administrative, and written skills, combined with a passion for art history, are highly desirable for this role.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and maintain Artiq's artist database, including daily data entry of artists and artworks, ensuring that all relevant information is accurately inputted and reported to the Artist & Partnerships Manager.
• Support the Artist & Partnerships Manager in the signing process including following up with artists and ensuring they provide all relevant information.
• Work with the Operations department to oversee the stocklist of incoming and outgoing artworks, both online and in storage.
• Assist with the upkeep of artists' mailing lists by uploading and editing contact details to the relevant platforms.
• Rewrite artists' statements and biographies to ensure that Artiq's voice is represented.
• Proactively audit and update Artiq's online catalogue to ensure it is up to date and accurate.
• Actively research and network with emerging and mid-career artists and studios, attending industry events and exhibitions to grow Artiq's roster of artists.
• Actively research online for potential new signings.
• Assist in the planning and delivery of Artiq events, including Quarterly Artists' Drinks, The Graduate Art Prize, Queer Frontiers, clients' events, and company-wide events.
• Support marketing efforts that relate to Artiq's artist community, including website articles, artist interviews and newsletters.
• Schedule and attend artists calls & studios visits.
• Ensure smooth communication with artists, archives, and galleries.
• Be an ambassador for Artiq, raising our profile in the art and creative industries.
• Provide administrative support to the Artist & Partnership Manager in delivering on artist and partnership targets.

Additional information

This is a full-time role based in our London office, with hybrid working.

Evening attendance at events and functions will be required.

Artiq is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.