Research Assistant - Post-War & Contemporary Art (Temporary)
Christie's•New York, NY
•$22 - $24
About The Position
The Research Assistant - Post-War & Contemporary Art (Temporary) role at Christie's involves supporting specialists and sales teams by conducting detailed research on artworks consigned for sale. This research includes bibliographical investigations, examining exhibition histories and provenance, writing catalogue essays, sourcing and processing archival images, and preparing client-facing sales materials. The work is crucial for market-leading sales and will be published in catalogues and used in client communications. The role also contributes to the smooth running of the department.
Requirements
- Comprehensive knowledge of art history, gained either through an undergraduate or master’s degree or equivalent work experience.
- Exceptional communication skills (both spoken and written).
- Ability to work as part of a team with both peers and senior colleagues.
- Curious, driven, agile, and socially intelligent.
- Ability to undertake multiple tasks with competing deadlines.
- Willingness to contribute ideas and learn from colleagues.
Responsibilities
- Undertake detailed research on works of art consigned for sale.
- Conduct bibliographical research.
- Investigate exhibition histories and provenance information.
- Write catalogue essays.
- Source and process archival images.
- Prepare client-facing sales materials.
- Provide support for the smooth running of the department.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
