Cataloguer

About the role

The Cataloguer in American Art is a vital member of the American Art department at Bonhams Skinner. This role involves researching and cataloguing works of art across various media and time periods, contributing to strong auction results, and assisting other departments.

Responsibilities

• Research and catalogue incoming property for sale and oversee photography of each item
• Handle client enquiries over the telephone, email, and on site
• Liaise with Head of Department and senior staff to ensure prompt advice and service to customers
• Develop specialist knowledge and assist senior staff with valuation research
• Manage cataloguing including authentication, property control, tracking of consignments, artwork movements, contributing catalogue notes, proof-reading, and marketing prior to sales
• Assist with auction set-up and handling of artworks, including deliveries and collections, packing and unpacking, framing and unframing, and lotting prior to sales
• Collect and manage departmental files and maintain a database of clients
• Contribute to business intelligence and client research, updating databases and anticipating growth areas
• Support departmental events and telephone bidding
• Support the Head of Sale with strategies to grow the business intelligence/business development of the department

Qualifications

• Excellent word processing skills, knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Excellent time management, communication, and people skills
• Organizational and administrative skills with an administrative background in a similar setting
• Excellent problem resolution skills and customer service skills
• Ability to move 30-40 lbs

Key Skills and Attributes

• Bachelor's Degree in Art History (preferred)
• 1+ years' experience in an Auction House environment (strongly preferred)
• Periodic travel within New England

Additional Desired Qualities

• Travel expectations: Periodic, primarily day trips within New England

What We Offer

• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 20 days paid time off, 12 paid holidays, 16 weeks fully paid parental leave, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance with AD&D, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, employee assistance program, professional development, and employee resource groups.

Pay

$20.00-27.00 hourly DOE