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To manage the Print Warehouse which involves the safe handling, storage and transportation of all Prints and Old Master Drawings through Christie’s auction process, providing an exceptional service to Christie’s departments and clients whilst maintaining strict adherence to all policies and procedures. Construct strong working relationships with all Operation teams and external contractors through the auction process. Work within a team and individually to set up auction exhibitions.
Responsibilities
Ensure all works of art are handled effectively and professionally, giving due care and attention to their individual and collective needs. Prioritise workload, work under pressure and to deadline
Preparing the artworks for pre-sale, lotting, cleaning, hinging, framing and mounting where necessary. Experience in hinging works on paper and cutting mounts is preferable but not essential
Liaise with photographers, framers and restorers to ensure all artworks are shot for the catalogue and artworks are ready for auction viewing
Assist saleroom art handlers with setting up of the pre-sale views, using the knowledge gained during pre-sale storage and handling to advise on specific handling and installing issues
Excellent computer skills, Excel and Word proficient. Training will be given for internal inventory database
Co-ordination of photography with department and photographers
Logistical support for specialists during cataloguing and hilling sessions
Maintain a very high standard of cleanliness and organisation, befitting of the world’s leading art business. Responsibility for accurate location and barcode maintenance of artworks
Undertake bi annual stock takes and process/resolve any queries and old stock
Liaise with saleroom supervisor pre-sale to ensure the sale is ready to transfer at the pre-agreed date
Collection & delivery of works of art from clients. Including hanging works in client’s homes
Supporting other departments when needed, as directed by Warehouse Manager
Supporting the set-up of on and off site views as required
Requirements
Ideally healthy, fit, hardworking and self-motivated
Experience in handling works of art and working with works on paper
Practical and hands-on approach to physical work
Excellent teamwork and communication skills
Flexibility to work additional hours and weekends on or off site
Awareness of Health & Safety issues
Strong IT skills, proficient in Outlook and Excel
Common sense & the ability to work under pressure and prioritise
Smart appearance