THE ROLE

The Event Production Manager is the operational lead for the Events team—serving as the center of logistics for all event production and venue rentals. This role keeps the team running smoothly through strong systems, clear cross‑department communication, and high-quality on‑site execution. They oversee timelines, permits, budgets, calendars, and client communication to deliver seamless events and rentals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Event Production & Logistics

• Serve as the central logistics lead and primary on‑the‑ground producer for all internal events.
• Develop and maintain production schedules, run‑of‑show documents, and task lists.
• Coordinate with internal departments (gallery operations, AV, security, facilities, engineering, etc.) on all production requirements.
• Manage permits, compliance documentation, and required filings.
• Liaise with external vendors on all logistical elements.
• Lead on‑site execution and ensure timelines and deliverables stay on track.

Operational Systems & Team Support

• Maintain and manage the Events Master Calendar across teams.
• Support budget oversight, reconciliation, and post‑event reporting.
• Improve workflows, templates, and project management tools for operational efficiency.

Venue Rental Operations

• Partner with Sales during inquiries to assess feasibility, technical needs, staffing, and operational viability.
• Provide clear guidance on layouts, production constraints, estimated costs, and considerations that affect proposals.
• After contracting, act as the primary client contact—managing communication, expectations, and production details throughout planning and execution.
• Coordinate internal stakeholders (facilities, security, engineering, AV, hospitality, IT, etc.) to translate client needs into actionable plans.
• Lead walk‑throughs, site visits, technical meetings, and planning calls.
• Oversee on‑site execution for rental events, ensuring schedules, technical requirements, and client expectations are met for a seamless, high‑touch experience.

IDEAL EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

• 4–6+ years in event production, event operations, show calling, or experiential environments.
• Strong project management, multitasking, and organizational skills.
• Solid understanding of event logistics, technical production, permits, and vendor coordination.
• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities.
• Ability to interpret and produce floor plans and production documents.
• Calm under pressure with a solutions‑oriented mindset.

The proposed base salary for this position ranges from $80,000-$90,000. In addition to base salary successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus, as well as a competitive benefits package. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. 

THE ROLE

​​To provide support to the Chief Marketing Officer and Global Head of Media Relations and, as needed, the Marketing & European Press Teams.

 RESPONSIBILITIES

• Email/Diary management:
• Continuous review of incoming emails and calls, to ensure both CMO & Global Head of Media Relations is immediately aware of everything needing urgent response & attention
• Appropriately delegate, escalate and manage email, requests & diary on behalf of CMO & Global Head of Media Relations
• Implement and maintain effecting filing system for CMO & Global Head of Media Relations
• Conducting research to help shape communications aspects of proposals & pitches
• Preparing PowerPoint presentations for internal meetings/communications
• Managing press monitoring service & data analysis - analysing and evaluating PR coverage
• Management of global calendar of art world and Sotheby’s events and  communications activities for departmental planning and reference
• Assist with travel itineraries, expenses and scheduling meetings for the CMO & Global Head of Media Relations, as well as help with other projects as needed
• Organising and minuting team meetings
• Attending meetings in CMO / Global Head of Media Relations or others’ stead as needed
• Assisting with marketing, communications and social campaigns
• Assisting with organising marketing/ PR events
• Monitoring industry news and competitor brands

 IDEAL EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

• 3+ years of relevant professional experience
• Excellent communication skills (both written and spoken)
• High level of thoroughness and organisation, with a good eye for detail and the ability to prioritise tasks
• Competence in variety of programmes (word, excel, powerpoint, photoshop)
• Discretion with confidential information
• Reliable team player, calm under pressure

THE ROLE

Sotheby’s is seeking a Senior Exhibition Designer to join our in-house Exhibition Design Team in New York. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a proven track record of conceiving premium spaces in a demanding and fast-paced environment. This individual will be responsible for a range of projects that comprise the physical experience and embodiment of Sotheby’s brand in our New York headquarters and wider North American regional offices and galleries. You will be expected to work 40 hrs a week, 3-5 days a week in office to cover site specific projects and working in-person with the team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborating closely with the in-house Exhibition team in New York and other Senior team leads to create building activations that bring to life Sotheby’s major sale series campaigns for the fine art and luxury categories as well as key standalone sale events, including single-owner auctions and brand partnerships while working within Sotheby’s brand guidelines and specific campaign and sale identities.
• Seeing multiple, coinciding projects through from initial brief to completion including research, concept development, visual mock-ups -3D renderings and elevations- to overseeing final builds and installation. Work in collaboration with department leads, art directors and marketing partners.
• Presenting designs and ideas to relevant and diverse stakeholders within the business, including senior management.
• Work jointly with Sotheby’s Operations team, in-house colleagues and external vendors to estimate projects ensuring adherence to budgets and manage the contracts with relevant suppliers.
• Meeting and co-working with the London Exhibition Design studio at a regular cadence to implement the evolving layout and visual display of Sotheby’s locations for auction, retail and Buy Now locations.
• Extending the premium aesthetic of the brand to all client-facing areas and elements: New York lobby and reception, elevators, wayfinding, signage (print and digital), stanchions, flowers as well as enhancements and elements that communicate immediately and impactfully to visitors about key happenings in the building(s).
• Overseeing design of Sotheby’s salesrooms for select auctions throughout each calendar year including room layout, elevations, build-outs, furniture, artwork placement, and enhancements such as vinyls and florals as needed.
• Adhering to team exhibition process/design guidelines and maintaining a meticulous archive & record of work through project management.
• Develop detailed and visually appealing 3D renderings for exhibition proposals, ensuring accuracy, quality, and alignment with client specifications.

IDEAL EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

• 7+ years of experience in exhibition design and production; ideally with museum and/or design studio experience that includes broad exposure to spatial design, trade shows or retail pop-ups with a strong understanding of built environments and concept of space.
• Strong team player: Positive work ethic, reliable, adaptable, flexible, displays genuine commitment to make positive work relationships with other team members a priority. 
• Firm knowledge of and experience with material specifications, production drawings, from pricing through construction documents
• In-tune with current design trends in exhibition and digital media
• Total fluency with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Rhino, V-Ray, Sketch-up, 3D Modeling & Rendering skills
• Communicates with confidence (both written and spoken) and be committed, reliable and capable of working well as a part of a team as well as independently.
• Highly motivated, organized, proactive, enthusiastic and resourceful.
• Ability to work effectively on several projects simultaneously, meeting exhibition schedules time and within budget

The proposed base salary for this position ranges from $90,000-$105,000. In addition to base salary successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus, as well as a competitive benefits package. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. 

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Global Head of Creative Services and the Global Head of Creative Operations, the Creative Operations Manager – Americas is responsible for overseeing day-to-day project traffic, team scheduling, and creative workflow for the New York studio.

This role ensures efficient resource allocation, clear prioritisation, and consistent delivery across a high-volume, fast-paced creative environment. In close partnership with the Head of Creative Operations, Americas, the role also contributes to strategic resource planning and operational reporting across the region.

The ideal candidate is highly organised, solutions-oriented, and comfortable stepping into an active workflow with minimal ramp-up.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Creative Operations & Workflow

• Oversee end-to-end project workflow across multiple touchpoints, including business development, brand initiatives, exhibitions, and marketing campaigns
• Lead resource allocation and team assignments, balancing workload in line with sales calendars and project priorities
• Maintain and evolve trafficking processes to ensure efficient studio workflow and on-time delivery
• Partner with Global Head of Creative Operations on project allocation and rollout of new processes and tools
• Monitor project health and flag risks or resourcing gaps proactively

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the New York Creative Studio, supporting team performance and delivery
• Facilitate weekly resourcing and progress meetings to resolve scheduling conflicts and maintain global alignment
• Manage internal stakeholder expectations around timelines, capacity, and deliverables
• Act as key liaison between Creative, Marketing, Business Development, and Production teams
• Support onboarding of freelancers and short-term resources as required
  
  

Budget & Resource Planning

• Oversee NY studio freelance spend and resource forecasting
• Manage supplier relationships where relevant, particularly around catalogue production and quality control
• Provide monthly and annual reporting to track utilisation, capacity, and forecast global resource needs
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiencies
  
  

Operational Excellence

• Support marketing and business teams with workflow improvements and operational guidance
• Ensure strong file management, version control, and workflow discipline across the studio
• Maintain visibility across peak sales moments and proactively plan resourcing accordingly

IDEAL EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

• Significant experience in creative operations, studio management, or project/traffic management within a fast-paced creative environment
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex workstreams simultaneously
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
• Calm and solutions-oriented under pressure and tight timelines
• Experience working with creative, marketing, and production teams in a luxury, cultural, or agency environment preferred
  In-depth knowledge of print and digital production workflows
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and project management platforms (Adobe Workfront preferred)
• Experience managing freelance resources and external vendors

The proposed base salary for this position ranges from $70,000 prorated to the length of employment. In addition to base salary successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus, as well as a competitive benefits package. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. 

Sotheby’s Financial Services (“SFS”) is the world’s only full-service art financing company. Established more than three decades ago and with more than $11 billion of loans originated to-date, SFS offers swift, straightforward art financing that focuses on the needs and collections of our clients. Sotheby’s network of in-house art specialists provides knowledgeable valuations while our dedicated lending team develops financing terms suited to our clients’ requirements.

THE ROLE

The focus of the SFS Marketing Director is to help define, shape and support the brand positioning of SFS in a way that generates awareness – and, ultimately, drives leads for our services. The end goal is to support and promote lending globally.  

The successful candidate will reinforce SFS’s place in the broader art, collectible car, and luxury market eco-systems via partnerships, sponsorship, and events. He or she will develop and implement strategies to seamlessly integrate our marketing with that of the Fine Art and Luxury departments, and with the broader company.

This role will utilize all of Sotheby’s available channels, including catalogues, website, social media, email, video, paid advertising, and in-person activations. Our Marketing Director will work on cross-functional teams to coordinate the execution of marketing campaigns. Key partners will include the Press team, as well as other Marketing functions such as Events, Digital Marketing, Editorial, Content and Design.

This role will sit within the larger, global Integrated Marketing team, but will partner extremely closely with the SFS team and corporate communications.  The candidate will need to be comfortable working both within a team and independently on projects and campaigns. 

An unwavering attention to detail, rigor in execution, fluency in data reporting, and a proven ability to think creatively, strategically, and analytically about marketing campaigns are fundamental to the success of this role. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and execute 360° multi-platform marketing programs for Sotheby’s Financial Services (and related service departments as appropriate) to increase awareness, reinforce positioning, drive new client acquisition, and further engage the existing client base.
• Develop and execute marketing programs for local markets to increase SFS’s visibility, impact and reach in the regions.
• Drive the execution of all multi-platform business getting campaigns, working closely with the SFS team and local regions to coordinate and optimize all growth initiatives.
• Create and maintain on-going competitive analysis, identifying key trends in the art-lending ecosystem.  
• Oversee and work collaboratively with colleagues in Press, Content, Events and Digital Marketing in the planning, local execution, and strategic promotion of marketing campaigns from start to finish. To include live/virtual events, collateral, and digital marketing, following global guidelines and program parameters. Ensure deadlines are met, and budgets are adhered to.
• Provide ad hoc project support as needed.
• Provide the relevant stakeholders with regular campaign reporting and post-campaign analysis to establish effectiveness and highlight learnings for future campaigns.
• Brief our Creative Studio on marketing elements requiring design and storytelling, such as advertising, collateral, content, and assets.
• Ensure resource allocation for each campaign is within budget and reviewed monthly with Marketing and Finance Director/Manager.
• Track and update marketing activity calendar, project timelines, media plans and email/communication schedule.
• Strive for efficiencies, improvements and learnings that will help maximize Sotheby’s ROI by working with various internal departments to track, measure and evaluate the impact of marketing programs.
• Maintain a highly organized and extensive archive and record of each program.

IDEAL EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

• A college degree, preferably in Marketing or Finance
• 9+ years of work experience in a marketing agency and/or a marketing department within a wealth management institution.
• Background in finance or art and/or luxury goods industry with an understanding of luxury brand building amongst HNWI a plus
• Experience in planning and executing marketing campaigns
• A solid understanding of KPIs and campaign performance metrics across online marketing channels
• A balance of strategic and creative thinking with strong analytical skills
• An unwavering attention to detail and uncompromising excellent standards, plus a willingness to constantly strive for improvement
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills
• Solution-oriented mindset with strong process and project management skills
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment as well as work independently
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a complex, fast-paced environment
• Comfort working to tight deadlines on several different and varied projects at one time 
• Motivation, organization, proactivity, enthusiasm, and resourcefulness
• Proficient use of Outlook, Word, PowerPoint presentation development, Excel modeling and web analytics
• Additional languages a plus

The proposed base salary for this position ranges from $165,000-$215,000. In addition to base salary successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus, as well as a competitive benefits package. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. 

THE ROLE

Reporting to Sotheby’s Global Head of Partnerships in New York, this role is responsible for generating brand partnerships with top-tier brands across various industries with a primary focus on the automotive sector.

We are seeking a forward-thinking, dynamic professional to join our prestigious 281-year-old brand and harness the power of our unparalleled assets to craft impactful marketing partnerships. Sotheby’s Brand Partnerships team develops bespoke partnerships with like-minded companies across multiple verticals, leveraging the power of the Sotheby’s brand and its global reach across art, culture and luxury. Our omnichannel partnership model encompasses digital and print media, experiential marketing, and innovative commerce solutions. Our partners are best-in-class global brands spanning luxury goods, technology, financial services, automotive, hospitality, real estate, and travel.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Generate deal flow, source and acquire new best-in-class brand partners.
• Lead partnership pitches and outreach efforts, crafting compelling proposals based on Sotheby’s omnichannel partnership model and strategic insights.
• Envisage new and creative scenarios to engage potential partners.
• Negotiate and close partnership deals (owning contract drafting and invoicing).
• Execute partnership deals with end-to-end ownership, acting as account manager, monitoring and working towards partnership marketing deadlines, overseeing execution, managing operational aspects of partner activations.
• Identify, secure and pre-approve partnership rights and benefits with internal local stakeholders.
• Monitor partnership performance, analyze key metrics, and provide strategic insights for continuous optimization.
• Compile partnership reports and lead partner debriefs to measure ROI
• Proactively nurture and support each individual partnership client and expert through the contract detail, working as a key player in the client team for all relationships.
• Liaise closely with RM Sotheby’s Senior Management, local and international offices, Business/Client Development, Specialist departments, Legal, Special Events, and Marketing.
• Maintain organization and self-sufficiently organize travel arrangements and meetings.

IDEAL EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

• 10+ years of experience in automotive partnership marketing, sales and business development, with a strong track record of closing high-value deals and driving revenue growth.
• Strong relationships across the automotive industry and key relevant sectors (such as luxury goods, financial services, etc.)
• Creative and strategic thinker, able to develop innovative, forward-thinking partnerships that enhance brand engagement and visibility.
• Strong sales & negotiation skills, with experience leading pitches and securing complex agreements.
• Project & account management expertise, capable of overseeing large-scale activations, coordinating cross-functional teams and delivering best-in-class execution
• Results-driven mindset, skilled in setting performance metrics, tracking ROI, and optimizing partnerships for long-term success.
• Entrepreneurial spirit, with a proactive, solution-oriented approach to driving growth and identifying new opportunities.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with strong presentation and interpersonal abilities.
• Highly organized with strong time management skills, able to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while meeting strict deadlines.
• Proven ability to cultivate and sustain strong professional relationships, delivering exceptional service while upholding the highest standards of professionalism.
• Travel required 
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred)

The proposed base salary for this position ranges from $100,000-$130,000. In addition to base salary successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus, as well as a competitive benefits package. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered.