Job Description:
Each Art Associate (AA) works directly with the Gallery Director and Principal
Auctioneer in developing, maintaining, and executing the cruise ship art
program.
The Art Associates primary function is to generate sales, market the onboard
art program, and arrange gallery and auction displays while maintaining a
positive attitude and enthusiastic work ethic.
Art Associates are given feedback daily and are formally evaluated once per
month by their Principal Auctioneer. Within the Art Associate job position,
there are regular promotions in earning potential.
Job Responsibilities:
Curate and set up art displays in high-traffic areas to market the
onboard gallery, generating art awareness and interest among cruise
guests
Initiate and engage in consultative conversations with guests, educate
guests about the onboard art program and art auction business,
determine a clients level of interest, and develop sales leads
Independently manage the full sales process
Generate client invoices while answering shipping, payment, and
fulfilment questions
Develop and maintain a promotional mindset, which includes constantly
marketing the artwork, the gallery, and yourself