Cataloguer - Fine and Decorative Arts
About The Position
Start your career with one of the nation’s fastest-growing auction houses. Heritage Auctions is a global auction house driven by curiosity, innovation, and the stories behind extraordinary objects. For nearly 50 years, Heritage has connected collectors and consignors through a dynamic marketplace that celebrates history, culture, and craftsmanship. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with offices in New York, Chicago, Beverly Hills, London, Hong Kong, and other major cities, we support a worldwide network of experts and enthusiasts across more than 50 auction categories. From Sports and Entertainment memorabilia to Luxury Handbags, Fine Art, Jewelry, Coins, Wine, and rare historical artifacts, every item tells a story. We are dedicated to bringing those stories to life through deep research, cutting-edge technology, and thoughtful presentation. Known for our expertise and innovation, we offer a dynamic environment where passion for history, culture, and storytelling brings collectors together to discover, learn, and collaborate. The Fine Arts Cataloger is responsible for composing primary catalog entries and for working with Specialists to research and represent offerings within our wide-ranging auctions, which include photographs, American and European Art, Modern & Contemporary Art, among others.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Excellent research and writing skills
- Attention to detail, from visual analysis of objects to review of catalog entries
- Ability to multitask and prioritize duties
- Positive attitude with excellent customer service skills
- Lifelong learner
- Must be able to lift 40 lbs
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred
- Professional experience within the fields of Photographs and Fine Art preferred
- Professional auction industry experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Research, identify, and describe the property for catalog entries
- Write condition reports and assist clients with condition inquiries
- Write select catalog essays
- Assist with authentication
- Proofread catalogs and essays
- Actively participate in previews and auctions
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 401k savings plans
- Onsite gym with access to a personal trainer
- Commensurate based on experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
