Are you an expert in Asian Art?
Set your sights on a career at Heritage Auctions, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with offices in New York, Chicago, Beverly Hills, London, Hong Kong, and other cities. Heritage Auctions is the largest auction house founded in the U.S. and serves more than 40 different auction categories including, Coins, Sports, Comics, Historical, Jewelry, Fine & Decorative Art, Wine, and many more.
Heritage Auctions, a well-established auction house with over 30 years of longevity, is expanding our Dallas office to meet our business needs.
LOCATION:
South of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, NW corner of W. Airport Freeway (Hwy. 183) and Valley View Lane
SUMMARY:
Main responsibilities include oversight of the Asian Art department and obtaining consignments of Asian art.
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
Heritage Auctions welcomes and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, mature workers, and persons with disabilities. EOE
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Source quality consignments from private collectors, estates, dealers, and retailers
Supervise the vetting of condition and authenticate properties consigned
Oversee or create and proofread catalog descriptions and marketing materials
Market-specific consignments to valued clients
Negotiate client terms
Participate in the expansion of client database
Review settlements and wires
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
7+ years of experience in Asian Art preferably in a major auction house
SKILLS & 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!