Consignment Director - Animation & Anime Art

Heritage Auctions, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Paid time off

401k savings plans

Onsite gym with personal trainer

Job summary

Heritage Auctions, Inc. in Dallas seeks an experienced professional to evaluate animation and anime art, Disney Park props and artwork, and Disneyana pieces. You will acquire consignments, build client relationships, generate and respond to leads, and travel extensively to review property for potential consignments.

You will participate in catalog production and sales processes, contributing to auction success and client growth. This role offers active involvement in auctions and trade shows.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a major auction house preferred, or equivalent combination of education and animation art experience

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the property and establish auction estimates
• Acquire consignments through HA and individually-generated leads; research, authenticate, and catalog property
• Proof catalog text and images, press releases, consignment and bidding emails, and advertising copy
• Market lots in auctions to various clients
• Travel as needed to meet with clients and review the property for potential consignment
• Actively participate in auctions and trade shows

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Travel readiness

Customer service

Job description

Build your career with Heritage Auctions, the world's largest collectibles auctioneer.

Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026, Heritage Auctions has spent five decades connecting collectors with extraordinary objects and the stories behind them. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with offices across the United States and around the world, Heritage serves more than 50 auction categories, including Coins, Sports, Comics, Entertainment, Historical, Jewelry, Fine and Decorative Art, Luxury Accessories, Wine, and many more. Join a collaborative, fast-paced company where curiosity is valued, expertise is celebrated, and every day offers an opportunity to work with remarkable pieces of history and culture.

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for evaluating animation and anime art, Disney Theme Park props and artwork, and Disneyana pieces, acquiring consignments, building relationships, generating and responding to leads, and extensive travel. You will also participate in catalog production and sales processes.

LOCATION:

South of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, NW corner of W. Airport Freeway (Hwy. 183) and Valley View Lane

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 401k savings plans
• Onsite gym with access to a personal trainer

COMPENSATION:

Commensurate based on experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Evaluate the property and establish auction estimates
• Acquire consignments through HA and individually-generated leadsResearch, authenticate, and catalog property
• Proof catalog text and images, press releases, consignment and bidding emails, and advertising copy
• Market lots in auctions to various clients
• Contribute to the expansion of the client database
• Answer inquiries before, during, and after the auction
• Travel as needed to meet with clients and review the property for potential consignment
• Actively participate in auctions and trade shows

Requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of experience in a major auction house preferred, or equivalent combination of education and animation art experience

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• The ideal candidate is a go-getter, outgoing, self-motivated, and independent professional
• Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, high ability to multitask, pay attention to detail, and have a positive attitude with good customer service skills
• Willingness to learn
• Ability to follow set standards and take direction
• Ability to analyze and propose solutions to problems
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-project, and dynamic environment
• Absolute drive to complete projects on time and in a detailed manner
• Excellent organizational skills: accurate and thorough
• Ability to travel extensively, including weekends

Heritage Auctions welcomes and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, mature workers, and persons with disabilities. EOE