Auction Catalog Specialist: Art, Antiques & Collectibles

Blue Box Auction; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Box Auction in Norfolk, VA is seeking an Auction Catalog Associate to join our fast-paced team. You will research, catalog, and write descriptions for fine art, antiques, militaria, jewelry, coins, furniture, and collectibles, while building cohesive auction lots.

You’ll maintain consignor inventories, unpack incoming collections, and help stage previews and live events. Photography experience with DSLR and studio lighting is preferred, and the role requires lifting 40–60 lbs and excellent

Qualifications

• Experience cataloging, researching, or working in an auction, gallery, museum setting.
• Strong writing, research, and organizational skills.
• Broad interest or knowledge in art, antiques, militaria, or material culture.
• Able to lift 40–60 lbs and handle objects.
• Photography experience encouraged (DSLR or studio lighting).

Responsibilities

• Research, catalog, and write descriptions for fine art, antiques, militaria, jewelry, coins, furniture, and collectibles.
• Maintain organized consignor inventories that are clearly separated, labeled, and easy to locate.
• Unpack incoming collections and identify high-value vs. everyday pieces.
• Build cohesive, compelling auction lots with strong market appeal.
• Photograph objects with sharp, detailed images (DSLR/studio experience preferred).
• Assist in staging and merchandising auctions for gallery previews and live events.
• Operate live online bidding platforms as needed during auctions.
• Provide customer support to consignors and bidders as assigned.

Tools

DSLR photography

Studio lighting

Job description

Blue Box Auction in Norfolk, VA is seeking an Auction Catalog Associate to join our fast-paced team. You will research, catalog, and write descriptions for fine art, antiques, militaria, jewelry, coins, furniture, and collectibles, while building cohesive auction lots.

You’ll maintain consignor inventories, unpack incoming collections, and help stage previews and live events. Photography experience with DSLR and studio lighting is preferred, and the role requires lifting 40–60 lbs and excellent