Associate Cataloguer

Responsibilities

• Assist with cataloguing, researching, and preparing notes for Private Sales and Middle Market Global Fine Art departments
• Organize scans, references, and perform thorough book checks and vetting
• Draft catalogue essays and maintain comprehensive property files including fact sheets and images
• Support the proposal process and contribute to valuation listings
• Collaborate on digital and print publication layouts
• Ensure color accuracy of lot images and assist with photography and video direction
• Liaise with support departments including registrars, catalogue production, press, and marketing
• Examine condition of works and coordinate with third-party conservators
• Support exhibition preparation, installation, and department administrative tasks
• Manage authentication processes and gallery outreach

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area of study
• 1-2 years of professional experience
• General knowledge of Contemporary art history, artists, and values
• Extreme familiarity with institutional library systems
• Impeccable organizational and writing skills
• Ability to work long hours, including late evenings and weekends during sale deadlines
• Ability to multitask in a pressured environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Spanish

About the Company

Established in 1744, Sotheby’s promotes access and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions, private sales and retail.