Senior Auction Specialists, Multiple Positions, New York City

For our renowned international arts business client, we are seeking Senior Auction Specialists in multiple areas, including Photography & Prints.  Successful candidates will work to source property for sale with a focus on 20^th Century and Contemporary work in the above mediums; create and develop long-term client relationships; identify and generate new sources of business, including establishing parameters for targeting new sellers of property for the auctions; manage existing client accounts; work with marketing, administration and other sales staff to determine and meet company and client goals. Detailed knowledge of the international art market, a developed client list and strong general knowledge of international contemporary and modern art are essential.  An excellent position for a proactive, business-oriented team player and strategic thinker with the proven ability to perform in a highly competitive market.  The ideal applicants will have a BA in Art History or related discipline; a minimum of 5 – 8 years’ experience in an auction house or art gallery with proven sales history; and exceptional communications, networking and negotiating skills.  Competitive salary DOE and excellent benefits.  Please send a resume, detailed cover letter and contact information for three references to [log in to unmask]

David Griffin

Thomas & Associates, Inc.

6 East 39th Street

New York, NY 10016

P. 212.779.7059

F. 212.779.7096

www.artstaffing.com

About Thomas & Associates, Inc. / artstaffing.com

With offices in New York City and Chicago, Thomas & Associates, Inc.

is an innovative firm that offers staffing, consulting, and professional

development workshops for museums, galleries and arts and culture

businesses nationwide and internationally. The company has recently

launched its career services division to address the needs of arts and

culture professionals everywhere.

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newsletter, Art Career News, visit www.artstaffing.com.