The compensation range for the role is $100-130k (inclusive only of base salary, and exclusive of other potential competitive benefits such as on-target commission, bonus payments, and equity). Our ranges are very broad to accommodate all types of candidates and encourage growth. Specific compensation offered to a candidate may be dependent on factors such as education, experience, qualifications, and alignment with market data. Exceptional candidates may receive salaries outside of the posted ranges.
Preferred Education:
4 Year Degree
Additional Information:
Employer will assist with relocation costs.
Position and Responsibilities Overview:
Masterworks has become a significant player in the market, with a collection of over 120 paintings valued at nearly $500m. We are looking for an experienced Appraiser, with a specialization in blue-chip Modern and Contemporary Art to join our Team.
You will report to the Director of Appraisals and be responsible for:
Providing highly credible opinions on value for blue-chip Post War and Contemporary paintings by artists like Andy Warhol, Joan Mitchell and Mark Bradford.
Assessing Fair Market Value for paintings priced in excess of $1 million and regularly contributing to pricing sessions.
Vetting artworks for acquisition including analysis of the artist’s historical market performance, condition, provenance and appropriate authentication protocols for the artist.
Performing and supervising research on artworks in the Masterworks portfolio and prospective acquisitions.
Writing and editing essays on artworks acquired by Masterworks.
Maintaining overviews of an artist’s practice and market and related research materials.
Providing USPAP compliant Fair Market Value Appraisal Reports for works in the collection on an ongoing basis and actively contributing to the improvement of internal processes.
Managing pricing data and information, in compliance with USPAP standards, for the 200+ artworks owned by the company.
Inspection of artworks in person and on site, as necessary.
Requirements or Skill Sets:
8+ years of experience in the art market, with extensive knowledge of the secondary art market for Post War and Contemporary Art
Experience at a major auction house, appraisal firm or advisory group is required
Working knowledge of Excel and/or Google Sheets, including formulas, is a must
Familiarity with database management and/or Airtable is a plus
Highly analytical, data driven, discrete and highly organized
Fast learner with excellent verbal and written communication skills
USPAP compliant required
Additional Requirements:
Must be able to work in the NYC office.
Must be eligible to work in the US - no exceptions.
Benefits at Masterworks:
Daily catered lunches
Free admission to art museums and galleries
Health, dental, and vision coverage with FSA options
PTO and 401k
Discounted Equinox membership
Happy hours, company outings, social clubs, and more!
How does Masterworks think about compensation?
The compensation range for the role is $100-130k (inclusive only of base salary, and exclusive of other potential competitive benefits such as on-target commission, bonus payments, and equity). Our ranges are very broad to accommodate all types of candidates and encourage growth. Specific compensation offered to a candidate may be dependent on factors such as education, experience, qualifications, and alignment with market data. Exceptional candidates may receive salaries outside of the posted ranges.
Masterworks is a fintech platform that allows anyone to invest in SEC-qualified shares of multi-million dollar paintings by names like Banksy, Basquiat, and Picasso. In just three short years, we have built a portfolio of nearly $800 million in world-class artworks, introducing over 700,000 individuals to the $1.7 trillion art market.
Masterworks has been covered by major media publications such as The New York Times, CNBC, The Wall Street Journal, and the Financial Times, and was recently recognized as one of the Top 50 Startups in the US by LinkedIn.
In 2021, Masterworks achieved unicorn status raising $110M in its Series A fundraising round at a valuation exceeding $1 billion.
Our 200+ employees are based out of our offices at Brookfield Place in the Financial District of New York City. With an entirely in-office team, there are endless opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and learning.