Associate Cataloguer, Arts and Antiques

1 day ago


New York, New York, United States Sotheby's Full time
About Sotheby's

Sotheby's is a world-renowned auction house with a rich history dating back to 1744. We are a global leader in the art and luxury market, providing access to exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions and buy-now channels.

The Role

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Associate Cataloguer to join our team in New York. The successful candidate will work closely with our specialists and business departments to provide catalogue and research support for sales and longer-term projects.

Responsibilities
  • Cataloguing for Sales
    • Research and catalogue objects to the highest standard
    • Assist and coordinate research, both internally and with external experts
    • Liaise with conservators and restorers
    • Prepare catalogue notes and condition reports and assist with catalogue production as needed
  • Responsible for aspects of digital catalogue and catalogue preparation
    • Liaise with Marketing, Catalogue Production and other support departments
    • Ensure that photography of objects is completed in a timely manner
    • Color-proof images for catalogue and web
    • Proof-read catalogue text
    • Serve as point of contact for marketing promises and sale marketing development for the various owner sales
  • Liaise with internal support staff
    • Liaise with sale director, coordinator, registrars, art handlers, design and marketing with the planning and execution of all logistical aspects of the exhibition and sale
    • Assist with the production with Proposals
    • Working with the heads of department and specialists, learn to evaluate works for auction and appraisal purposes, develop expert knowledge
  • Provide a comprehensive level of service to Sotheby's clients
    • Respond to day to day client queries and maintain client contact
    • Help to sell the sale by assisting clients at the exhibition; speak to clients about the property; assist with client outreach; develop, track and communicate client interest in lots; and execute bids at sale
  • Support members of the department
    • Support members of the department in day-to-day projects, sale preparation and client management
    • Assist with general department support, including answering email enquiries, answering phones and assisting walk-ins
Requirements
  • Educational background in Art History or a related discipline; demonstrated interest in Silver and Ceramics, and European Furniture with up to 5 years related experience
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented
  • Ability to prioritize multiple highly important processes and responsibilities and meet deadlines
  • Excellent inter-personal skills and ability to establish close working relationships with internal support staff including administrators, operations, catalogue production, etc.
  • Excellent client service, including verbal and written skills
  • Excellent computer skills
  • Requires flexibility in work hours as needed


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