Cataloguer/Writer – Movie Posters Job at Heritage Auctions
Find the perfect opportunity to demonstrate your research and writing abilities in our unique environment! Set your sights on a career at Heritage Auctions, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with offices in New York, Chicago, Beverly Hills, London, Hong Kong, and other cities. For the past 47 years, Heritage Auctions has been the largest auction house founded in the U.S. and serves more than 40 different auction categories, including Coins, Sports, Comics, Historical, Jewelry, Fine & Decorative Art, Wine, and many more.
BENEFITS:
COMPENSATION: Commensurate based on experience
LOCATION:
South of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, NW corner of W. Airport Freeway (Hwy. 183) and Valley View Lane
SUMMARY:
Our Vintage Movie Posters department is seeking a Cataloger to research and write descriptions for incoming consignment material for auction. Includes researching and describing related collectible material for printed catalogs and online.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Heritage Auctions welcomes and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, mature workers, and persons with disabilities. EOE
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 401k savings plans
- Daily Pay: Access your pay when you need it! (Starting 03/13/2023)
COMPENSATION: Commensurate based on experience
LOCATION:
South of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, NW corner of W. Airport Freeway (Hwy. 183) and Valley View Lane
SUMMARY:
Our Vintage Movie Posters department is seeking a Cataloger to research and write descriptions for incoming consignment material for auction. Includes researching and describing related collectible material for printed catalogs and online.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Write accurate catalog descriptions of vintage posters, lobby cards, photos, and related film promotional materials for upcoming auctions
- Effectively and efficiently use appropriate research tools and make inquiries necessary to gather and confirm factual information for descriptions
- Proof/edit description text and review images for catalog production
- Prioritize lots based on estimated values and determine the appropriate length of associated description copy
- Work with prospective bidders to help answer questions about lots as potential purchases at the auction
- Able to lift boxes of material up to 50 pounds
- Travel is possible for trade shows, etc., as needed
- Work auctions as necessary
- Other duties as may be assigned
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree required, major in English or History a plus
- Experience working in the Movie Poster trade and/or an auction house is also a plus
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Proficient in Microsoft applications, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Follows established standards, takes direction well, high ability to multitask, and pays great attention to detail
- Demonstrates strong organizational and prioritization skills to meet deadlines and complete projects on time
- Willing to learn; works well independently and in a team environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills: concise, accurate, and thorough
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends during the auction writing crunches as needed
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Individuals must be able to work independently and manage productivity to meet tight turnaround deadlines.
- Must thrive in a fast-paced, multi-project, and dynamic environment.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Heritage Auctions welcomes and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, mature workers, and persons with disabilities. EOE
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