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The Fine Art Group is an independent, global team of art appraisers, advisors and art finance experts committed to supporting clients at every level of art market activity, across its five core services: art advisory, art finance, art investment, agency, and valuation.

Launched in 2000, The Fine Art Group has an unrivalled track record across its collective services, occupying a unique position within the art ecosystem. From understanding value to building a collection and acquiring art; to selling strategy and execution, investment opportunities and art financing, The Fine Art Group has the expertise and capacity to meet a wide range of needs and interests.

We are seeking a new Fellow to join our Fellowship Program and provide support to our Global Appraisals Team. This role will work directly with the appraisers and appraisals administrative team on all aspects of the appraisal process, including object and artist research, compiling appraisal reports, onsite visits and general administrative tasks. In-person position in our Conshohocken office is preferred, but virtual will be considered for the right candidate.

REQUIREMENTS
- Project Management: Skillful in organizing, implementing, and managing projects and tasks including multiple timelines and deliverables simultaneously.
- Excellent customer service, interpersonal and conflict management skills
- Independent, pro-active, balanced approach with positive attitude under tight deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A keen interest and corresponding work experience and/or studies in Art and Antiques.
- Computer skills: Apple Mac OS, MS Office, Photoshop, and internet research
- Available to travel for appraisal jobs and research as needed (with advanced notice)

RESPONSIBILITIES are inclusive of but not limited to:
- Assist in the research, cataloguing and valuation of personal property which can range widely from fine art to wine, jewelry and general contents
- Maintain and update client database records
- Provide support for on-site client visits and appraisals
- Format and edit appraisal documents
- Photoshop, edit, and crop images
- Photograph art and objects
- Researching artists and writing biographies for appraisal use
- Working with the Administrative Coordinator and team of interns to manage appraisal projects

REPORTS TO:
Director of Appraisals

EDUCATION LEVEL: Recent graduate or working on college degree in art history or related field.

Please email your resume and cover letter to jobs@fineartgroup.com with the subject “Appraisals Fellow.”

Currently, we are not accepting phone calls about open positions.

The Fine Art Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Fine Art Group offers hands-on, virtual internships for recent graduates and individuals with diverse backgrounds in the art world. This program provides first-hand experience in TFG’s appraisal, marketing, and business development divisions, in which the interns work directly with the corresponding advisors and teams.

Selected candidates must possess an exceptional work ethic, excellent time management skills, and a detail-oriented and professional demeanor, taking accountability for their tasks. Candidates should demonstrate an interest in art through work experience or studies and be motivated to excel in the gallery and auction market. Proficiency in Office, Adobe Creative, and some third-party database administration.

TFG internships last from 3-4 months and are offered as full-time positions.

Appraisal Management Intern:

The Appraisal Management Intern will support the Appraisal and Advisory Departments by working with our team of experienced art appraisers. We seek a detail-oriented intern with a keen interest in and knowledge of art and antiques. The selected candidate should also have an outstanding work ethic, efficient time management, and collaboration in teamwork.

Intern responsibilities include:
• Researching and cataloging antiques.
• Assisting with on-site client visits and appraisals.
• Formatting/editing documents and images for internal system tracking.

The intern will also collaborate with other departments to provide administrative and operational support.