ArtTable, Inc.
Senior Director, Asian Art
ArtTable, Inc., Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
JOB DESCRIPTION
An auction house with offices around the world is looking for a Senior Director, Asian Art to be located in either New York or Dallas. This is a leadership role, responsible for oversight of the material being offered, with a focus on increasing the quality of consignments to the Asian Art Department. The successful candidate will have 5-10 years of experience dealing in Asian Art, preferably at a major auction house, and will be familiar with the full cycle of auction activity including client development, sourcing material, vetting and estimating, oversight of catalogues and cataloguers work product, and selling the sale while increasing the company’s brand within the category. Only people who are able to work in a fast-paced, team-focused environment need apply.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Source quality consignments from collections, estates, and dealers
• Team up with other colleagues working with Asian Art
• Participate in the expansion of the collector database
• Maintain involvement in the vetting process including estimating
• Assist cataloguers with descriptions, condition reporting, and authentication where appropriate; oversee final product
• Proof catalogs and proofread marketing materials
• Market-specific consignments to valued clients
• Negotiate client terms or assist with collections where needed
• Review settlements and wires
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
• 5-10 years of experience in Asian Art preferably at a major auction house
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, specifically Word and Excel
• Ability to multitask and pay great attention to detail
• Must have a positive attitude with exceptional customer service skills
• Public speaking talents are a plus!
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Individuals must be able to work in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
TO APPLY
Submit a cover letter and resume to recruiting@murkandco.com with “ArtTable, Job #7824” in the subject line.
COMPENSATION: $100,000 – $140,000
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An auction house with offices around the world is looking for a Senior Director, Asian Art to be located in either New York or Dallas. This is a leadership role, responsible for oversight of the material being offered, with a focus on increasing the quality of consignments to the Asian Art Department. The successful candidate will have 5-10 years of experience dealing in Asian Art, preferably at a major auction house, and will be familiar with the full cycle of auction activity including client development, sourcing material, vetting and estimating, oversight of catalogues and cataloguers work product, and selling the sale while increasing the company’s brand within the category. Only people who are able to work in a fast-paced, team-focused environment need apply.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Source quality consignments from collections, estates, and dealers
• Team up with other colleagues working with Asian Art
• Participate in the expansion of the collector database
• Maintain involvement in the vetting process including estimating
• Assist cataloguers with descriptions, condition reporting, and authentication where appropriate; oversee final product
• Proof catalogs and proofread marketing materials
• Market-specific consignments to valued clients
• Negotiate client terms or assist with collections where needed
• Review settlements and wires
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
• 5-10 years of experience in Asian Art preferably at a major auction house
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, specifically Word and Excel
• Ability to multitask and pay great attention to detail
• Must have a positive attitude with exceptional customer service skills
• Public speaking talents are a plus!
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Individuals must be able to work in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
TO APPLY
Submit a cover letter and resume to recruiting@murkandco.com with “ArtTable, Job #7824” in the subject line.
COMPENSATION: $100,000 – $140,000
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