Associate, Photographs Artnet Auctions

About Us:

Artsy and Artnet have joined forces, bringing together the art world’s two most important online destinations under shared leadership and vision.

Both brands will continue to embrace their proven strengths: Artnet as the definitive destination for trusted journalism, transactional data, auctions, and market intelligence; Artsy as the leader in discovering and buying art through personalized recommendations, editorial storytelling, and a seamless collecting experience across web and mobile. Together, Artsy and Artnet attract over 7 million monthly visitors across 190+ countries and reach over 9 million followers across social channels.

This role sits within the Artnet Auctions Team.

The Role:
Artnet is the leading international platform to buy, sell, and research art online. We connect millions of collectors globally with the world’s leading galleries and auction houses, with a focus on making the art market more transparent while supporting our partners in growing their business online.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and self-motivated associate to join the Artnet Auctions Team and support the Photographs department. Associates are responsible for enabling the success of Artnet Auctions & Private Sales through accurate lot cataloguing, thorough research, and a professional and courteous handling of each client.

We foster a uniquely collaborative environment in a forward-thinking art company and are constantly looking to improve our user experience and how we approach auctioning and collecting fine art today. You will be reporting directly to the Head of Photographs. Please note that this position is primarily remote but will require occasional in-person work in our New York City office.

Responsibilities:

• Liaise with auction sellers to collect all necessary artwork information prior to sales

• Catalog all lots for auction, thoroughly research artists and artworks, write and edit detailed lot descriptions, and assess and describe the artwork’s condition

• Photograph artworks and edit images so they are ready for publication

• Keep specialists apprised of upcoming deadlines for sales, artwork submissions, and marketing

• Review seller histories for potential relists and new inventory

• Schedule and lead pre-sale meetings

• Create and maintain lot runners for all sales

• Support client outreach with both buyers and sellers

• Monitor bidding activity on live lots during the sale

• Facilitate post-sale offers and private sales

• Work with Sale Operations on any pre- and post-sale needs

• Work closely with other associates to maintain consistency and share workload

• Coordinate with department interns

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1–2 years of cataloguing or relevant experience

• BA in art history or related field, graduate degree a plus

• Demonstrated knowledge and interest in contemporary and modern art – specifically photography

• Exceptional writing, editing and communication skills

• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in order to manage and meet simultaneous deadlines

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, revenue-driven environment

• Experience editing images in Adobe Photoshop

• Experience with InDesign

• Must be exceptionally detail-oriented, pro-active, organized, and self-motivated

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data entry

• Foreign language skills a plus

• Must be based in the New York/Tri-State Area.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to reimagine the art industry while working with a talented, diverse, international team.

• Competitive salary and equity

• Flexible time off: our culture of trust and empowerment allows employees to take the time they need away from work while still excelling in their roles

• We are a global hybrid team: most employees work from our NYC, London, or Berlin offices 3 days per week. (In-person expectations vary by role)

• Comprehensive healthcare & benefit options, including: medical, dental, parental leave, short- and long-term disability, Employee Assistance Program featuring free mental health support, 401k, commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings accounts (HSA), financial wellness support & resources, and more

• Professional development, including: mentoring, lunch & learns, regular training, 1:1 management, and an open feedback culture

• Engaging opportunities and internal programming globally, to foster new relationships