ASPIRE ART AUCTIONS, CAPE TOWN: ART ADMINISTRATOR POSITION AVAILABLE

This paid 3-month internship with the possibility of a full-time contract thereafter will appeal to someone interested in the art business who is prepared to start at entry level and grow along with this dynamic business.
To commence 1 July 2024
Details:
Tasks include assisting the Directors and Senior Art Specialist with:
setting up Cape Town offices and auction premises

• researching artists and artworks
• assisting with art valuations
• developing client and key industry relationships
• sourcing consignments for and generating sales through auctions
• cataloguing and catalogue production
• logistics and archiving
• keeping an up to date inventory list of artworks
• organising the movement and storage of artworks
• developing the database
• assisting media releases and images for dissemination to various media
• assisting with website, online platform and social media development and maintenance
• assisting photographers
• general administration

 
Requirements:

• BA Fine Art with History and Theory of Art or equivalent is preferable
• A love of art, an interest in the art market and the ability to work well under pressure
• Good interpersonal and excellent communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Photoshop
• Driver’s license

Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 to 4:30. You may be required to work overtime occasionally.
Remuneration commensurate with qualifications and experience
 
To apply, please send the following to emma@aspireart.net by 12 June 2024 with the subject line: Art Administrator

• CV
• a letter of motivation,
• contactable references
• copy of your ID

Only successful candidates will be contacted for interview.
For more information about Aspire Art Actions, visit their website.