Director, Asian Art

Heritage-Capital-Corporation

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Heritage Auctions, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, seeks an expert in Asian Art to lead and grow the Asian Art Department. Main responsibilities include sourcing consignments from private collectors and estates, establishing estimates, coordinating authentication, and supporting catalog descriptions and marketing assets.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, 401k savings plans, and an onsite gym with a personal trainer.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in Asian Art, preferably with a major auction house.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Ability to multitask with strong attention to detail.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills.
  • Public speaking is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Source quality consignments from private collectors, estates, dealers, and retailers
  • Establish estimates and negotiate client terms
  • Oversee research, authentication, and assist with 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
  • Review settlements and wires

Skills

Customer service
Attention to detail
Public speaking
Multitasking
Positive attitude

Tools

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel

Job description

Description


Are you an expert in Asian 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 Art, Wine, and many more.


SUMMARY:

Main responsibilities include obtaining consignments of Asian art and oversight of the Asian Art Department.


LOCATION:

2801 W Airport Fwy Northwest corner of West Airport Freeway and, Valley View Ln, Dallas, TX 75261


BENEFITS:


  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

  • Paid time off

  • 401k savings plans

  • Onsite gym with access to a personal trainer


COMPENSATION:

Commensurate based on experience.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • Source quality consignments from private collectors, estates, dealers, and retailers

  • Establish estimates and negotiate client terms

  • Oversee research, authentication, and assist with 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

  • Review settlements and wires


Requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:


  • 7+ years of experience in Asian Art preferably with a major auction house

  • Some categories covered include snuff bottles, Jade & Hardstone, Porcelain & Pottery, Metalwork & Cloisonne, Furniture, Scholar’s Objects & Textiles, Painting and Caligraphy, Himalayan, Indian & Southeast Asian Art, and Japanese Art


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

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