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Art Handler (Full-time & Part-time), Logistics

The Company

Christie’s, the world’s largest Art Business, is an incredibly exciting and 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 over 250 year old company, steeped in history, bringing constant innovation whilst not forgetting our age old values; Respect, Passionate Expertise, Exceptional Client Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Business Judgement and 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.

The Role

Art handlers are first and foremost responsible for ensuring the safety of artifacts and works of art. Art handling is a vital role in the Christie’s Auction process. Art handlers are responsible for art storage, handling, installation, packing, receiving and releasing art works of a wide range of property types. You will be closely working with Logistics Supervisors, Art departments, our Shipping team, the Client Services department and other related departments to ensure smooth Logistics arrangement of inventory. This is a flexible position operating out of Christie’s Fine Art Storage warehouse (CFASS) in Brooklyn and Christie’s Rockefeller Center in Manhattan as assigned.

Specific duties & responsibilities will include but are not limited to

Support Supervisors in the physical handling and processing of all 2D and 3D artwork
Framing and unframing art
Installation of artwork for photography and gallery exhibition
Barcode and tag all property
Scan all property in/out of warehouses, making sure Christie’s JDE systems reflect accurate inventory history at Christie’s facilities at both Christie’s Fine Art Storage in Redhook and Rockefeller Center in Manhattan
Store property in designated areas, adhering to Christie’s best practices
Communicate with relevant supervisors and departments regarding any condition issues, damages, losses or discrepancies in inventory
Maintain organization of warehouse; clean and organized storage and work areas, discarding packing material
Implement and sustain on-going warehouse maintenance projects, such as property organization, inventory physical checks, and racking property based on status (incoming, catalogue, ready for photo, ready for view, BI, or per department preference)
Assist Specialists with preparing property and staging artwork for cataloguing, conditioning, hilling and photography sessions
Lot up sales (printing and placing lot stickers as directed by Art department)
Process pre-sale temporary releases by obtaining necessary release paperwork from cashier’s, then tracking, tracing, scanning, and communicating the whereabouts of property to departments
Perform saleroom exhibition setups, breakdowns, and transfers to Collections Desk for customer pickup or transfer. Provide on-site support during exhibitions
Communicate between Specialist department and Logistics operations
Support all other Logistics functional areas as directed by management
Other duties as assigned by Management/Supervisor including working in the various warehouse and loading dock locations

The Benefits

All hired candidates go through a probationary period. Once a candidate reaches their required hours they are considered Benefits Eligible

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision care plans for employees and dependents
401(k) Savings Plan – Christie’s provides a matching contribution up to 5% (subject to IRS limits)
Life Insurance
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 Bonus Plan
Commuter Benefits - Pre-tax money towards your daily commute with a Christie’s contribution of $100 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

The Candidate

High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED). College degree preferred but not required
Minimum of one (1) year of Art Handling experience
Knowledge of E-mail, Spreadsheet, and Word Processing software (Microsoft Office preferred)
Ability to learn Christie’s systems including, handheld scanner program, JDE, intranet and more
Ability to read and interpret documents; write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Strong attention to detail, proactive attitude, organizational skills and time management ability
Clear, effective, and professional communication in spoken and written English
Ability to multitask and prioritize

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Work is performed subject primarily to inside environmental conditions (i.e., warehouse and covered loading dock), and occasionally to outside environmental conditions
Noise level in the work environment is moderate, higher on sale or exhibition days, and at the loading dock
Perform physical tasks, including bending, kneeling, pulling, pushing, walking, standing for long periods of time, carrying and lifting 45 pounds or more. Physical activities include but are not limited to packing and unpacking/crating and uncrating
Extensive walking throughout Christie’s facilities at CFASS (200,000+ sq. ft.) and Rockefeller Center
Use of equipment & tools including but not limited to hammer, drill, tape measure, box cutter, level

Christie’s, Inc. is committed to principles of equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws concerning employment discrimination, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. To this end, Christie’s Inc. ensures equal opportunity to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, lawful alien status, physical, mental, and medical disability, veteran status or liability status for service in the United States Armed Forces.

Posted salary range does not include discretionary bonus compensation and overtime pay.

Compensation Range

Hourly: $28.50 - $28.50

By Christie's

Christie’s is a name and place that speaks of extraordinary art, unparalleled service and expertise, as well as international glamour. Founded in 1766 by James Christie, Christie's has since conducted the greatest and most celebrated auctions thro...

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INDUSTRY

Auctions & Galleries

TEAM SIZE

1001-5000

LOCATION

Hybrid, based in London, United Kingdom

DATE POSTED

July 21, 2023