Art Gallery Marketing & Operations Coordinator

Company Description Cactus Hospitality & ART, part of Cactus for Restaurant Management, focuses on creating exceptional and memorable experiences across a diverse portfolio of dining and art-focused venues. The company blends innovation with tradition, combining modern trends in hospitality with timeless service principles. With a strong emphasis on meticulous attention to detail, Cactus Hospitality & ART is committed to helping each location thrive and reach its full potential. The organization is driven by values of resilience, adaptability, and growth, excelling in dynamic environments. Team members join a culture dedicated to elevating standards in hospitality and crafting experiences that leave a lasting impression.Role Description The Art Gallery Marketing & Operations Coordinator is a full-time, on-site role based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This position is responsible for coordinating day-to-day gallery operations, including scheduling exhibitions, managing artwork displays, overseeing visitor flow, and ensuring a welcoming environment. The coordinator supports marketing initiatives by planning and executing promotional campaigns, managing social media channels, maintaining website content, and assisting with event marketing and collaborations. The role involves tracking performance metrics, preparing reports, coordinating with artists and vendors, and supporting sales activities such as client inquiries and gallery tours. The coordinator works closely with hospitality and gallery teams to deliver cohesive, high-quality guest and visitor experiences.Venue CoordinationAs the Gallery is located within a venue, the role may occasionally support selected venue initiatives, including:·     Coordinating information, content or marketing assets between the Gallery and the venue’s team.·     Supporting selected venue’s events, activations or campaigns when required.·     Assisting with social media content or promotional coordination for agreed venue’s initiatives.·     Coordinating with internal teams regarding venue events and marketing requirements.·     Ensuring gallery exhibitions and activations are aligned with the wider venue calendar.Qualifications·     A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Arts, Design, Media or a related field is preferred.·     Fluency in both Arabic and English is required.·     Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both languages.·     Proficiency with digital marketing tools, social media platforms, and basic CRM or booking systems is an advantage (Hands-on experience with Canva, Meta Business Suite and website CMS platforms).·     Candidates must be comfortable independently creating, scheduling, publishing and updating digital content across these platforms.·     Strong understanding of Instagram and social media content.·     Good visual judgement and attention to detail.·     Strong organisational and time-management skills.·     Ability to manage several tasks and deadlines simultaneously.·     Comfortable communicating professionally with artists, clients, suppliers and internal teams.·     Proactive, resourceful and willing to take initiative.·     Interest in contemporary art, culture, design and the creative industries.·     Comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with a small team.Candidates should possess skills in Marketing Operations and Sales to support gallery promotions, partnerships, and revenue generation.Candidates should possess strong Analytical Skills to track campaign performance, visitor data, and operational efficiency.Candidates should possess Project Management skills to coordinate exhibitions, events, and multi-channel marketing initiatives.Relevant experience in art galleries, hospitality, or lifestyle brands is beneficial.Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.