Heritage Auctions

Consignment Director, Modern & Contemporary Art

Heritage Auctions  •  $45/hr  •  Beverly Hills, CA (Onsite)  •  4 months ago
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Job Description

Are you an expert in Modern & Contemporary 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 50 different auction categories including, Coins, Sports, Comics, Historical, Jewelry, Fine & Decorative Arts, Wine, and many more.

Main responsibilities include obtaining consignments and selling Modern & Contemporary Art

LOCATION: 9420 Wilshire Blvd. #100, Beverly Hills, 90212

BENEFITS:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
  • Paid time off
  • 401k savings plans

COMPENSATION: $90,000+ (Commensurate based on experience).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Source quality consignments from private collectors, estates, advisors, dealers, etc.
  • Establish estimates and negotiate client terms
  • Assist with research, authentication, and condition reports
  • Proofread catalog descriptions and assist with assets for marketing materials
  • Participate in the expansion of client database
  • Market-specific consignments to valued clients
  • Assist with client services as necessary
  • Assist with formal written appraisals as required
  • Review settlements and wires

Requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

  • 5+ years experience in a major auction house preferred and/or as a commercial dealer focusing on Modern and Contemporary Art; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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!

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

Heritage Auctions

About Heritage Auctions

Heritage Auctions is the largest collectibles auctioneer and third largest auction house in the world, as well as the largest auction house founded in the US. Our loyal and growing number of online bidder-members are a testament to the usefulness of our website (HA.com), our reputation for professional business practices and our vast expertise in the field of art and collectibles.

Established in 1976, Heritage offers a wide range of US & World Coins, Rare Currency, Fine & Decorative Art, Western Art, Illustration Art, Vintage Comic Books & Comic Art, Movie Posters, Entertainment & Music Memorabilia, Jewelry & Timepieces, Vintage & Couture Handbags, Sports Collectibles, Historical & Political Memorabilia, Rare Books & Manuscripts, American Indian Art, Air & Space Memorabilia, Civil War Memorabilia, Vintage & Contemporary Photography, Nature & Science Specimens, Fine and Rare Wine, URL domain names and other Intellectual Property, Luxury Real Estate and more.

We give our customers unprecedented access to our services using the latest advancements in technology and by maintaining a strong presence in the collectibles community.

Our knowledgeable staff of over 130 experts and 400 additional service-oriented professionals, and our suite of services, help our customers develop the best collections possible.

We are always looking to acquire interesting items, whether through consignment or by outright purchase, and we spend or disburse millions of dollars every business day, on average, keeping our clients'​ demands satisfied.

Visit www.HA.com now to learn more.

Industry
Fashion & Apparel
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Dallas, Texas
Year Founded
1976
Website
ha.com
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