Full-Time

Head of Editorial

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Sotheby’s

Sotheby’s

1,001-5,000 employees

Auction house for fine art

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Compensation Overview

$100k - $135kAnnually

+ Discretionary Bonus

Senior, Expert

New York, NY, USA

Position is based in the New York office.

Category
Editing & Proofreading
Content & Writing
Copywriting
Required Skills
SEO
Data Analysis
Google Analytics
Requirements
  • 8+ years of experience demonstrating superb writing and editing skills. While this is primarily an editing role, you should be able and willing (and excited!) to write when needed.
  • Deep knowledge of the fine-art and/or luxury worlds. At least one is mandatory. Both are preferred.
  • Experience commissioning, budgeting and managing an extensive network of freelance writers, curators, and other art/luxury experts who can contribute to our website.
  • Confident pitch and presentation skills.
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical and quantitative skills. Ability to synthesize findings into tangible actions that help drive business outcomes.
  • Strong organizational skills. A demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and lead complex projects with a high degree of ambiguity.
  • Eagerness to experiment with emerging technologies.
  • Fundamental visual layout skills – understanding where photos should go and how captions should read.
  • Mastery of Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
  • Fluency with: Content Management Systems (CMS), Analytics tools (e.g. Adobe Analytics, Google Analytics), Google Suite (e.g. Docs, Sheets)
  • Ability to work onsite Monday through Thursday.
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in art history, journalism, English, communications, or related field.
  • A quick wit, a sense of humor, a boundless creativity, and a strong point of view.
Responsibilities
  • Assign, edit, and publish articles appearing on Sothebys.com. Our goal is to help a qualified audience understand and appreciate the art and luxury space, and make purchasing decisions accordingly. Story types include: Articles highlighting forthcoming auctions and buy-now marketplace opportunities, Articles highlighting evergreen topics of interest in the worlds of art and luxury (e.g. How to Collect Rolex), Articles highlighting cultural trends that somehow have a Sotheby’s angle (e.g. Saltburn, quiet luxury), Articles reporting auction results and analyzing market trends.
  • Manage the editorial calendar for the New York, London, and Paris offices, which comprise hundreds of auctions and selling exhibitions per year.
  • Orchestrate the weekly Sotheby’s Selects email newsletter. Report on performance and – in partnership with our Growth team – optimize future newsletters accordingly.
  • Build, line-edit and proofread these articles in our Content Management System (CMS).
  • Implement our SEO strategy, which may include managing junior writers focused on search.
  • Distill departmental goals into Editorial strategies with measurable performance results. Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual performance metrics based on those strategies – reporting on your progress along the way.
  • Build and maintain strong working relationships, based on trust and mutual respect, with fine art and luxury specialists.
  • Assist with copywriting across organization as needed, including print collateral, in-gallery material, and auction scripts.
  • Partner with the Head of Editorial, Asia to ensure a unified editorial strategy.
  • Partner with Video, Social, Photography and other departments to ensure a unified content strategy.

Sotheby's operates as a global auction house that focuses on selling fine art, luxury items, and collectibles. The company organizes both live and online auctions, allowing clients to bid on a variety of high-end items, including impressionist and modern art, fine jewels, watches, manuscripts, and iconic photographs. Sotheby's also facilitates private sales, where items are sold directly to buyers, catering to different client preferences. The company generates revenue through commissions on sales and fees for appraisals. What sets Sotheby's apart from its competitors is its extensive expertise in valuing rare items and its ability to provide online estimates for potential sellers. Sotheby's goal is to connect buyers and sellers in the high-end art market while ensuring a competitive environment through its global auction events held in major cities like New York, London, and Hong Kong.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$4M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1744

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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What believers are saying

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  • The acquisition of the Breuer building enhances Sotheby's brand and auction venue prestige.
  • Expansion into Saudi Arabia opens new opportunities in the Middle Eastern luxury market.

What critics are saying

  • NFT market volatility could impact Sotheby's Metaverse Masters auction series.
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  • Geopolitical risks in Saudi Arabia could affect Sotheby's international business operations.

What makes Sotheby’s unique

  • Sotheby's offers both live and online auctions, catering to diverse client preferences.
  • The company provides private sales for clients seeking privacy and exclusivity.
  • Sotheby's expertise in valuing rare items attracts high-end collectors and investors.

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