Job Description –Associate Appraiser
February 2022
Jacqueline Silverman & Associates, a boutique appraisal firm specializing in the valuation of Impressionist, Modern, Post-War, Contemporary, and Emerging art, seeks an experienced, motivated, and highly organized individual for the position of Associate Appraiser.
Duties
Conduct appraisals for a wide variety of client needs including insurance coverage, art financing, estate tax, non-cash charitable contribution, gift tax, equitable distribution, damage and loss, and sale advisory
· Prepare art market summaries and reports
· Coordinate placement of client property for sale via auction houses and galleries
· Client relations and marketing
· General office and clerical tasks as needed
· Other projects as required
Requirements
· Minimum three years’ appraisal, connoisseurship, or marketplace experience in the sectors of Impressionist & Modern Art, American Art, and/or Post-War, Contemporary & Emerging Art
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Detail-oriented and strong critical thinking skills
· Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice preferred (tested and passed with current version)
· Member of AAA, ASA, or ISA preferred
· Ability to travel locally and nationally for appraisal assignments, museum exhibitions, conferences, and art fairs
· Proficient in Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
· Familiarity with FileMaker Pro or similar database programs preferred
· Friendly disposition and ability to interact professionally with clients, colleagues, and art professionals
Position Overview
· Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience
· Generous benefits package
· Position is full-time, exempt; employment is at-will; job title corresponds to experience level
Interested candidates may send CV, letter of introduction, and writing sample to Karen McManus, karen@jsaappraisals.com.
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Art handling and shipping company in search of Packing & Crating Technician. Candidate must have prior art handling experience, or similar sensitive object handling. Experience with woodworking and basic carpentry, including table saw, chop saw, nail & staple guns and all basic hand tools.
Candidate must have a high attention to detail, the ability to work independently without direction and clear communication skills.
Must have forklift experience, the ability to lift 75 lbs and the willingness to be flexible in a team environment.
Benefits include vacation, health & dental and a 401K plan after a probationary period.
Please send resumes in a PDF format with a cover letter.
Thank you!
***Due to the nature of our business, we require that all new hires be vaccinated. In addition, while inside the building, masks are required until further notice.
Assistant, PEN America Los Angeles
PEN America, a growing nonprofit organization that stands at the intersection of literature and human rights, seeks a proactive and detail-oriented assistant to support the work and operations of PEN America Los Angeles. This is a full-time position based in Los Angeles; the work is currently conducted remotely but will be in-office when health protocols permit.
The assistant will work closely with the PEN America Los Angeles team on the full spectrum of activities conducted by PEN America in the region, including literary programs, author and member events, free expression advocacy initiatives, and fundraising efforts. The role involves providing administrative and logistical support for programming, public events, and the office; preparing correspondence; conducting research; and engaging with PEN America’s Members, donors, and partners in Los Angeles, headquarters in New York City, and supporters nationwide.
The successful candidate has a problem-solving mindset and an energetic approach, with one to two years of professional experience and an interest in PEN America’s focus areas. The role will be fundamental to building PEN America’s Los Angeles office and expanding activities in Southern California. PEN America Los Angeles offers the opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization with a strong, positive organizational culture, a fascinating array of programs involving writers and human rights advocates, and constituents across the United States and around the world. The role offers the opportunity to develop professionally in nonprofit administration, program management, public programming, and advocacy.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
– Produce polished letters, memos, agendas, and other written materials
– Support fundraising, including gift processing, drafting of donor acknowledgment letters, event support, and prospect research
– Track action items and work plans to ensure initiatives are progressing
– Conduct research and collect information to inform programs, presentations, and partnerships
– Ensure a well-functioning work environment, initially remotely, including liaising with vendors, venues, and other services
QUALIFICATIONS:
– One to two years of professional experience, preferably in a support role at a nonprofit organization or business
– Interest in literature, human rights, and/or advocacy
– Excellent written communication skills
– Attention to detail with capacity to organize, track, and systematize information
– Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure, and to handle a variety of assignments simultaneously
– Professionalism and effective interpersonal skills
– Experience supporting a board of directors or advisory committee a plus
– Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge or other donor database a plus
Salary and Benefits: PEN America offers competitive compensation and benefits, commensurate with experience.
TO APPLY:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for three references. Submit the entire application to jobs@pen.org. Please use “LA Assistant” and your name as the subject of your email (for example, “LA Assistant – Jane Doe”). Only complete applications will be reviewed, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
PEN America is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in its hiring practices, and in order to build the strongest possible workforce, actively seeks a diverse applicant pool.
No phone calls, please.
ABOUT PEN AMERICA:
PEN America stands at the intersection of literature and human rights to protect free expression in the United States and worldwide. We champion the freedom to write, recognizing the power of the word to transform the world. Our mission is to unite writers and their allies to celebrate creative expression and defend the liberties that make it possible.
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Venice Arts seeks an experienced, versatile, and forward-thinking Director of Individual Giving, who can articulate Venice Arts’ vision and impacts with enthusiasm and passion, while attending to the daily details of all non-grant fundraising efforts and related communications, both critical to organizational success. Working under the supervision of the Executive Director, and closely with the Director of Grants and Administration, this position’s essential roles and responsibilities include: 1. Development Planning and Processes Rebuild all non-grant fundraising programs and processes to pre-COVID levels of quality, or greater, including:
• Venice Arts’ multi-year development plan with clear benchmarks for prospecting, cultivation, stewarding, and dollars raised.
• The non-grants development calendar and project-management systems, including the use of standard donor development and outcome communications tools (Donor Pyramid, Top 25, Lapsed Donors, other).
• At least quarterly analyses of development outcome data, including progress toward benchmarks, to the Dev/Comm Team and the Board.
2. Individual and Corporate Donor Cultivation and Stewardship
• Manage a portfolio of at least 50 active individual and corporate prospects and/or donors, building relationships through meetings, calls, emails, and other communications; setting quarterly contact and fundraising goals; tracking efforts; and reporting on outcomes.
3. Fundraising Events
• Serve as the producer for all events, raising funds to at least prior net levels and growing revenues over time. This includes: Managing all aspects of event logistics. Stewarding key staff, Board members, and volunteers to set fundraising goals, design events, and staff events and/or event committees.
• Providing post-event analysis and reporting. Current events include the annual Gala, Creativity Uncorked, a Board- led wine tasting, and 2-3 cultivation events held at community venues or Board member homes.
4. Annual Campaigns
5. Lead the development and execution of spring and year-end campaigns, including overseeing the timely creation of all collateral materials, modified to be effective across platforms (print, social media, electronic, and web) and stewarding volunteers.
Associate Registrar
Local San Francisco Art Services Company seeks a qualified Associate Registrar.
We are a fast paced art handling company requiring efficient and daily accurate data entry. Individual must be extremely detail oriented, organized and determined to follow through on projects and meet deadlines.
Excellent customer service skills are necessary along with the ability to communicate with clients about storage needs, and knowledgeable of art and art handling practices. Candidate must be experienced with registration methods including condition reports, cataloging and storage database management.
Additional duties to include: answering phones, storage billing, working closely with office and warehouse staff, assisting with scheduling, filing, and the willingness to jump in when needed.
Strong computer skills mandatory, especially with Mac based Microsoft Office and Filemaker.
A background in arts organizations, commercial galleries or museums highly preferred. This is a multifaceted position. The candidate for this position must be ready to handle tasks outside their job description and able to thrive in a small business atmosphere.
Please send a resume and cover letter in PDF format describing your skills and experience and how they would be an effective part of our company. Resumes without a cover letter will not be read.
Due to the nature of our business, we require that all new hires be vaccinated. In addition, while inside the building, masks are required until further notice.
Thank you
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Art handling and shipping company in search of Warehouse Tech. Candidate must have prior warehouse and art handling experience, or similar sensitive object handling. Inventory management skills and experience with database management software a must. Experience with bar-coding and inventory systems a plus. Must have a high attention to detail, the ability to work independently without direction and clear communication skills. Must have forklift experience, the ability to lift 75 lbs and the willingness to be flexible in a team environment. Benefits include vacation, health & dental and a 401K plan after a probationary period. Please send resumes in a PDF format with a cover letter. No phone calls please. Thank you
Due to the nature of our business, we require that all new hires be vaccinated. In addition, while inside our buildings, masks are required until further notice.
