Date posted: August 26, 2026

Pay:

$35,000.00 to $150,000.00 per year

Job Type:

Full-Time, In Person Fine Art Consultant, Bill Mack Gallery, Laguna Beach Job Title:

Fine Art Consultant Location:

218 Forest Avenue, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 About Us Nestled in the heart of Laguna Beach, one of America's most celebrated art destinations, the Bill Mack Gallery is a premier fine art destination on the California coast. Our gallery features an exceptional collection of fine and contemporary art, including the renowned works of Bill Mack, Gary Welton, DeVon, and many other celebrated artists. The Laguna Beach location serves a discerning local and international collector base and represents the highest level of the Bill Mack Gallery experience. The Opportunity We are seeking a driven, charismatic, and results-oriented Fine Art Consultant to join our Laguna Beach team. This is a rare opportunity to represent world-class artists to serious collectors, build a client base of your own, and earn accordingly. As a Fine Art Consultant, you are the collector's guide. You will greet guests as they walk in, tell the stories behind the work, and turn a first visit into a lasting relationship. The consultants who succeed here are the ones who follow up, who remember what a client loved two years ago, and who treat a five-figure acquisition with the same care as a first purchase. If you have a background in high-end sales and a real love of art, we want to talk to you. What You'll Do Sales Engage every guest who walks through the door with warmth and confidence, presenting our artists and their work in a way that invites conversation. Guide collectors through the acquisition process from first interest to final placement, including framing, shipping, and installation questions. Meet and exceed individual sales goals through consistent floor performance and disciplined follow-up. Build long-term relationships with collectors, learning their tastes and reaching out when the right piece arrives. Develop your own book of business through outreach, referrals, and repeat clients. Collector Relationships Maintain accurate client records and notes in the gallery's CRM so every follow-up is informed and personal. Stay in touch with past collectors through calls, emails, and personal invitations to new releases and gallery events. Represent the gallery at VIP appointments, exhibitions, and special events. Gallery Experience Help maintain the gallery's impeccable visual standards, including artwork display, rotation, and presentation. Assist with daily operations, inventory accuracy, and artwork handling. Contribute to a positive, collaborative floor where the whole team performs well.

Learn our artists deeply:

their techniques, materials, editions, and the stories collectors want to hear.

What We're Looking For Sales Ability:

A track record of success in luxury retail, fine art sales, or another high-end consultative environment, with real evidence that you can close.

Relationship Instincts:

You follow up, you listen more than you pitch, and clients come back to you.

Art Knowledge:

A genuine passion for fine and contemporary art, with the ability to speak confidently about artists, techniques, and movements. Formal art education is welcome but not required.

Professional Presence:

Polished, personable, and comfortable engaging with high-net-worth individuals and international clientele. Attention to

Detail:

Careful with inventory, paperwork, client records, and the artwork itself.

Flexibility:

Willingness to work a schedule that includes weekends, evenings, and peak tourism periods. Previous experience in a fine art gallery, luxury retail, or high-end sales role is strongly preferred. Above all, we're looking for someone with the drive to build something here and the character to represent our artists well. How to Apply If you love art, love people, and want to be paid for what you sell, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter telling us about your sales experience and why fine art interests you. Join the Bill Mack Gallery and help shape the future of fine art in Laguna Beach. The Bill Mack Gallery is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type:

Full-time Education:

High school or equivalent (Required), Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

Sales:

2 years (Required), Fine art or luxury retail: 1 year (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred), Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person

Pay:

$35,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person