Auction Catalog Text & Photo Editor

Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals•Anchorage, AK

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals (APAA) is a locally grown, Alaskan-owned small business committed to excellence in auction services. We connect people to meaningful items, antique treasures, historical artifacts, fine art, vehicles, equipment, firearms, jewelry, and everyday collectibles, and bring their stories to life through professionalism, accuracy, and care. We’re proud to have been named one of the 2025 Best Workplaces in Alaska by the Alaska Journal of Commerce , based on anonymous third-party employee feedback conducted by Best Companies Group. This recognition reflects our team’s dedication to integrity, collaboration, and operational excellence. At APAA, accuracy and integrity matter. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented editor who thrives in quality control, written communication, and visual accuracy while supporting a fast-paced auction environment. The Editor revises auction lot descriptions and photographs provided by the Cataloging department before publication in auction catalogs. This role ensures consistency, accuracy, ethical standards, and clarity while enhancing the value and appeal of auction listings for bidders.

Requirements

Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and confidentiality skills.
Strong written communication and technical writing abilities.
Ability to edit both text and photographs in alignment with company standards.
Proficiency with computer systems, typing, and office software.
Ability to learn and use auction management platforms and photo-editing software (single and batch).
Strong time-management skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with on-site and remote team members.
Dependable attendance and punctuality.
Positive, supportive, solution-oriented approach to teamwork.
Prior experience as a text editor is required.
Strong research and fact-checking skills.
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace applications.
Ability to pass background and reference checks.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field preferred but not required.
Prior experience as a photo editor preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Revise auction lot descriptions and photographs to meet company standards for accuracy, tone, style, completeness, and fairness in representing items in their current condition.
Enhance lot descriptions by highlighting details, context, or provenance that add value and bidder interest.
Review photographs for clarity, accuracy, and adherence to company photo standards.
Identify opportunities to increase lot value, including potential consolidation or separation of lots, and communicate recommendations to the Chief Editor.
Flag potential ethical, legal, or safety concerns related to prohibited, illegal, explicit, or unsafe items.
Notify the Chief Editor of high-value or high-interest items within each auction.
Report errors discovered during live auctions to the Chief Editor promptly.
Maintain familiarity with auction platforms, cataloging workflows, and editorial standards.
Perform other editorial duties and special projects as assigned in support of auction operations.