Department Head, Photographs, New York

For our internationally renowned auction house client, we are seeking a
Department Head of Photographs for the New York office.  The successful
candidate will act as the primary business-getter for department, with
focus on high-value property and developing long-term client
relationships; develop relationships with collectors, museums and
curatorial staff; work with senior management to manage and review
specialist staff; work with the business manager and senior management
to develop long-term business strategy for the department, review
administrative staff, set sales budgets, control costs and maintain
profitability; assist in developing a marketing strategy for the
department; write and prepare catalogue essays; other duties as
assigned. The ideal applicant will have a BA in Art History or
Decorative Arts, M.A preferred; significant expertise in the field of
photography, with an emphasis in work from 1900-1950; a minimum of 10
years paid work experience in an art gallery or auction house; and
excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Attractive and
competitive salary; excellent benefits.  Please send a resume, detailed
cover letter and the names of three references to
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Geri Thomas, President,
Thomas & Associates, Inc.
6 East 39th Street, Suite 1200
New York, NY 10016
212-779-7059
www.artstaffing.com

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