Sale Coordinator – Pop Culture & Private and Iconic Collections

Christie's•New York, NY

10d•$55,000 - $57,000

About The Position

Sale Coordinator – Pop Culture & Private and Iconic Collections The Company Christie’s, the world’s largest Art Business, is an incredibly exciting & enriching place to start or continue your career. Whether you work within one of our Specialist Art Departments or in our more Operational focused teams we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this 250 year old company, steeped in history, bringing constant innovation whilst not forgetting our age old values; Passionate Expertise, Exceptional Client Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Business Judgement & Innovation. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do and it is constantly inspiring to work with industry leaders across all segments of the business. Why This Role Matters The Sale Coordinator will manage all operational aspects of Pop Culture and Private & Iconic sales, ensuring seamless execution from consignment to post-sale. This includes catalog production, compliance, client liaison, and coordination with internal teams. The role requires strong organizational skills and familiarity with pop culture trends, collectibles, and entertainment memorabilia.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; coursework in Art History, Media Studies, or Cultural Studies preferred.
2+ years’ experience in auction operations, gallery coordination, or entertainment collectibles.
Knowledge of pop culture markets (film, music, sports, gaming, comics).
Familiarity with authentication processes for memorabilia and collectibles.
Strong project management and client service skills.
Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ability to learn Christie’s systems.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.
Experience with cataloging entertainment memorabilia.
Knowledge of intellectual property rights and licensing.

Nice To Haves

Certification in project management (PMP or similar) a plus.

Responsibilities

Verify consignment details and liaise with clients for all property-related information, including “Know Your Client” compliance.
Oversee catalog production: coordinate photography, rights and permissions, and editorial content specific to pop culture items (e.g., celebrity memorabilia, vintage media).
Act as liaison with Operations for exhibition setup and sale logistics.
Track property receipt and resolve open issues promptly.
Manage restoration, framing, and authentication needs for pop culture items.
Coordinate shipping, export licenses, and client approvals.
Chair Sale Update Meetings and maintain accurate reporting in Christie’s systems.
Support sale activities: reserves, condition reports, client interest lists, bids, and ticketing.
Participate in telephone bidding during auctions.
Additional duties assigned by manager.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision care plans for employees and dependents (On average, Christie’s pays 80% of total premiums)
401(k) Savings Plan – Christie’s provides a matching contribution up to 5% (subject to IRS limits)
Life Insurance - 3x base salary (100% paid by Christie’s)
Disability Insurance (100% paid by Christie’s)
Generous time-off and leave policies; including 100% Paid Family Leave up to 16 weeks.
Fitness Reimbursement Program: reimbursement of eligible fitness fees and memberships up to $600 per year
Annual Discretionary Performance Bonus Plan
Commuter Benefits - Pre-tax money towards your daily commute with a Christie’s contribution of $21 per month
Back Up Child & Elder Care – up to 10 days of back-up Child or Elder Care through Bright Horizons
CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Day- Each employee receives one paid day per year to dedicate their time to a charity of their choice.
Perks and Discounts through Zo and Plum Benefits