Cataloguer - Comics & Comic Art

About the position

Kickstart your career at Heritage Auctions and immerse yourself in the vibrant world of comic books and collectibles! As a key member of our Comics department, you'll have the exciting opportunity to catalog rare and valuable consignments, share your expertise with collectors and bidders, and help preserve the legacy of comic book art and memorabilia. Headquartered in Dallas, TX, with offices in New York, Chicago, Beverly Hills, London, Hong Kong, and beyond, Heritage Auctions is the largest auction house founded in the U.S. and serves over 50 different auction categories, including Coins, Sports, Comics, Historical, Jewelry, Fine & Decorative Art, Wine, and more, achieving over $1.45 billion in revenues in 2022.

Responsibilities

• Writes descriptions for online and catalog display based on notes from the consignor, own knowledge and expertise, and upon reference materials, such as The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide.
• Answers inquiries that arrive via telephone, email, and in-person.
• Assists at department functions, including auctions, exhibits, and shows.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Must have a high school degree or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of education and/or experience in working with comic books, comic book art, or comic-related memorabilia, or the ability to demonstrate comparable expertise.
• Familiarity with the history of comics, comic book artists, titles, publishers, and collecting terminology.
• Excellent communication skills, especially writing skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Knowledge of how to handle and protect collectibles.
• Ability to multitask, pay attention to detail, and have a positive attitude while managing time efficiently.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 401k savings plans
• Daily Pay: Access your pay when you need it!