Cataloguer, Watches
Company
Sotheby's
Location
New York, NY
Type
Full Time
Job Description
ABOUT SOTHEBY'S
Established in 1744, Sotheby’s is the world’s premier destination for art and luxury. Sotheby’s promotes access to and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions and buy-now channels including private sales, e-commerce and retail. Our trusted global marketplace is supported by an industry-leading technology platform and a network of specialists spanning 40 countries and 70 categories which include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits, and Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate. Sotheby’s believes in the transformative power of art and culture and is committed to making our industries more inclusive, sustainable and collaborative.
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THE ROLE
The Watches Cataloguer will support the Watches department in New York, cataloging watches, clocks, and other related property. The Cataloguer will support all sales channels: auction, private sale, and buy-now. Further, they will help all sales efforts towards these sales channels whilst providing general assistance with ongoing projects and valuations within the department
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Research and catalogue property to the highest standard, working closely with Specialists
- Assist with online and printed catalogue production, ensuring that photography of objects is completed in a timely manner, images are color-proofed, text is proofed, and online catalogue text & images are correctÂ
- Assist with sale-related responsibilities, including condition reports, tracking interest, assisting with exhibition set-up, staffing exhibitions and assisting prospective clients, conducting underbid recording and bidding when needed
- Assist with the evaluation of works for auction and appraisal purposes, including responses to phone and written estimate requests; work with Specialists on valuations and close follow-up on property that has been estimated but not yet consigned for sale
- Â Assist with online valuation requests
- Assist with pre-sale and post-sale marketing and press write-ups, private sales and proposal write-ups
- Develop business contacts and strategic opportunitiesÂ
- Manage any requests for (certificates of) authentication
- Support Chairman with long-term valuations, proposals, projects, and consignments
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
IDEAL EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- 3+ years of professional experience, ideally in an auction house or retail environment focused on the watches industry
- Strong research and writing experience needed
- Excellent communication and client service skills
- Excellent organizational skills including ability to multi-task and prioritize
- High level of attention to detailÂ
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel
- Enthusiasm and willingness to broaden knowledgeÂ
- Flexibility to work overtime and weekend hours when necessaryÂ
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The Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race (including, without limitation, traits historically associated with race, such as natural hair, hair texture, and protective and treated or untreated hairstyles), color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership/union status, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic predisposition, genetic information, reproductive health decision, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, alienage or citizenship status, domestic violence victim status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province or local law. The Company complies with applicable state and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it operates.
Date Posted
01/21/2025
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