Temporary Registrar

Hauser & Wirth | New York, NY Temporary On-site $ 75,000 - 85,000 per year
Hauser & Wirth is one of the world’s leading commercial galleries for modern and contemporary art with locations across the US, UK, Europe and Asia. Based out of our New York galleries, we are seeking an experienced Registrar on a fixed 6-month term with a working knowledge of collections care and shipping logistics to join the Operations team. In this role, day-to-day tasks will require extensive collaboration and communication with the Artist Liaison, Sales, and Art Handling teams. The ideal candidate will have experience operating in a fast paced and dynamic environment while maintaining the highest standards.Responsibilities:Arrange shipments of sold artwork to clients and ensure compliance with sales tax regulationsCoordinate logistics between gallery locations, storage, and artist studiosDraft and file incoming and outgoing condition reportsCoordinate treatment and condition reports with conservation studios, as neededMaintain and follow best practices for packing, storing, handling, and shipping artworksWork closely with Sales and Art Handling teams for staff and client viewingsOversee artwork framing, as neededCompile estimates and coordinate logistics budgets for internal gallery exhibitionsMaintain meticulous records and update artworks in database accordinglySkills & Requirements:3-5 years of experience as a Registrar in an international art gallery, museum, or auction houseA self-starter with the ability to solve complex problems under tight deadlines and challenging situationsCapable of operating in a multi-disciplinary environment and collaborating with a large team across international locationsDetail oriented with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneouslyExpertise in New York State Sales Tax regulationsExcellent oral and written communication skillsProven IT skills in all areas, including Microsoft Office Suite and Mac OS X, with the aptitude to learn additional programs as neededAbility to travel between New York gallery and storage locations, as required

Role requirements

Minimum relevant experience: 3 years

Required skills

working knowledge of collections care shipping logistics operate in a fast paced and dynamic environment arrange shipments of sold artwork to clients coordinate logistics between gallery locations, storage, and artist studios draft and file incoming and outgoing condition reports coordinate treatment and condition reports with conservation studios maintain and follow best practices for packing, storing, handling, and shipping artworks compile estimates and coordinate logistics budgets maintain meticulous records and update artworks in database Expertise in New York State Sales Tax regulations Excellent oral and written communication skills Proven IT skills in all areas, including Microsoft Office Suite and Mac OS X
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