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ASIGN - Provenance Researcher

Remote:

Full Remote

Contract:

Full time

Experience:

Mid-level (2-5 years)

Work from:

India

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Master’s Degree or equivalent, 3-5 years in arts research, Proficient in English, knowledge of Indian vernacular is ideal, Competent in Microsoft Office and project management tools, Familiarity with archival databases and art history.

Key responsabilities:

Investigate and verify artistry provenance
Maintain accurate ownership and historical records
Document findings and present research clearly
Multitask across various research projects
Adhere to project management processes

The Art X Company Retail (Super / Hypermarket) Startup https://www.art-x.co/

2 - 10 Employees

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Job description

This is a remote position.

ASIGN is seeking Provenance Researchers who will play a key role in investigating and verifying the provenance of artworks listed on our platform, ensuring accurate ownership and historical records. This role is essential to maintaining the trust and credibility of our platform through meticulous research and documentation. This role requires a methodical and logical approach to object documentation and research, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to multitask across various projects. The ideal candidate will have prior research experience and a degree in fine arts, art history, art aesthetics, or a related field.

About ASIGN:

ASIGN is a first-of-its-kind product & services company built specifically for the art and collectibles ecosystem.

Our proprietary technology physically connects artworks and collectibles to our secure digital environment. We have built ASIGN for artists, creators, collectors and businesses to do everything they want to do—all in one place!

ASIGN invites the entire art and collectibles ecosystem to capitalise on our whole range of tools and technologies. We provide services such as assigning global identification numbers, assisting with artwork documentation, inventory management, invoicing, shipping & logistics tracking and a high-visibility marketplace for selling your authentic works of art.

Visit the ASIGN platform on this link: https://www.asign.art/

Please note:

1. The vetting process for this role comprises 2-3 rounds of interviews and may be followed by a brief assignment.

2. The Art X Company is hiring for this role on behalf of ASIGN.

3. This is an on-site, full-time position with openings in Mumbai, Chennai and Delhi.

4. Salary band for this role is available upon request.

Requirements

Essential Qualifications:

A Master’s Degree or equivalent
Professional level written and verbal communication skills, with expertise in English
Knowledge of at least one vernacular Indian language is ideal
Competency using IT systems, particularly Microsoft Excel, Word, and Powerpoint
Familiarity with project management tools like Asana, Slack, Trello etc., and with digital advertising platforms, social media marketing tools and mass mailing software is ideal

Essential Experience:

3-5 years of experience with arts research, compliance, documentation

Strong understanding of art history and familiarity with different periods and regions relevant to the artworks handled
Knowledge of legal and ethical issues surrounding provenance, such as looted or stolen art
Excellent research, investigative, and analytical skills with the ability to work independently
Experience using archival databases, research tools, and systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting research findings clearly
Familiar with key players in India's art network, with strong networking skills among artists, galleries, and collectors.

Key Personal Attributes & Skills:

Creative individual with drive and the ability to take initiative
Values of adaptability and sincerity are critical
Ability to adhere to project management structures, systems, and processes and follow through both personally and with team members
Good time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
Good writing skills and an understanding of how to approach diverse stakeholders
Strong attention to detail and good observation skills
Ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team
Ability to produce clear, coherent creative briefs and project reports
Ability to organise a daily workload by priorities