Appraisal Service - The ADAC offers established and professional valuations of artworks that are donated as Cultural Property of Canada. We are looking for an Appraisal Assistant to help the Appraisal Coordinator facilitate and coordinate the ADAC Appraisal Service.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Receive appraisal applications from institutions and ensure applications are complete
- Read through documents and ensure information is accurate, rectifying any errors and discrepancies
- Enter information into ADAC appraisal database and maintain correspondence and material in electronic and paper files
- Assist in obtaining sales information for appraisers when necessary
- Produce sales graphs for appraisal report
- Edit and format final appraisal report
- Generate final report, obtain sign-off and dispatch to institution via courier
- Research artists and update artist files
- Update and maintain ADAC vendor list
- Assist with telephone and email inquiries from the general public regarding appraisals of art work, donation, purchase, artist representation, etc.
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Post-secondary degree combined with experience in the arts and/or a solid general knowledge of Canadian and international fine art, both contemporary and historical
- Demonstrated knowledge and interest in commercial art galleries and auction industry
- Good time management and organization; ability to meet tight deadlines
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excellent editing skills and pay close attention to detail
- Proficiency in MS Office suite
- Experience with databases and information management
- Knowledge of the Cultural Property Export and Import Act and the Canadian Cultural Property Export Review Board an asset
- Bilingualism is an asset
This position is funded by Young Canada Works – Building Careers in Heritage. Applicants should ensure they are eligible for this program: http://www.pch.gc.ca/eng/1359485622985/1359485696941#a4
Wage: $12.50/hour
Term: 16 weeks
Hours: Full-time, Tuesday – Friday, 9am – 5pm
We invite individuals who reflect the diversity of Canada to apply
Please send your cover letter and resume to hr@ad-ac.ca by Friday, June 26th
Date limite pour soumettre la demande:
Vendredi, Juin 26, 2015
Genre de travail:
À temps plein
Ville:
Toronto
Province:
Ontario
Niveau de scolarité:
Université (Études de premier cycle)
Langues:
L’anglais
Déplacement nécessaire?:
Non
Méthode préférée pour recevoir les demandes d’emploi:
Par courriel