FINE ART SALES REPRESENTATIVE

We are seeking an ambitious highly motivated Fine Art Sales representative who can build relationships create sales opportunities and confidently guide clients through the entire art-buying process. The sales Representative will also engage with Galleries across the regions educating and consulting them on their online presence and digital strategy and ultimately winning new business for Artelia.

This level and title is based solely on experience. An exceptional candidate may take on a larger role in developing sales strategy managing client relationships building industry partnerships and helping lead the gallerys growth.

The strongest candidate will bring an entrepreneurial approach to sales. This means actively engaging collectors following up consistently building relationships throughout and thinking creatively about how to connect collectors with the right artwork.

What Youll Do At Artelia

Drive business development efforts by devising implementing and conducting effective lead generation strategies engaging with high-value prospects

Identify opportunities to grow market presence

Develop new and dormant client relationships through outreach and networking

Conduct offsite meetings and client visits to grow brand awareness

Build relationships with artists galleries collectors and art professionals

Consistently achieve and surpass monthly and quarterly revenue targets for new gallery acquisitions

Manage the end-to-end sales cycle from initial outreach to closing deals while maintaining a strong focus on building and nurturing long-term relationships with key prospects

Demonstrate expertise in objection handling effectively addressing client concerns and positioning Artelia as the premier solution for their needs

Learn the each artists story collections materials editions and pricing

Cultivate trust and credibility through timely and personalized follow-up fostering strong and enduring partnerships with prospects

Collaborating with the Sales team to strategize on which markets to target based on events art happenings and seasonality

Utilize AI and automation tools to increase process efficiency and provide better solutions to partners.

We want someone who is willing to go above and beyond to create opportunitiesnot simply wait for opportunities to walk through the door.

This Role Is a Fit For You If you have

5 years of art industry experience in a revenue driving client acquisition/retention or account management role

Experienced in fine art luxury retail jewelry interior design hospitality or consultative sales

You have direct knowledge and understanding of Gallery sales motions( Strong preference given to experience in luxury brand sales and/or design-related/building environments).

Experience with basic sales administration including inventory tracking documentation and CRM or sales management tools.

You are a consultative sales professional who prioritizes understanding and meeting customer needs in every interaction with the ability to present and communicate the aesthetic cultural and investment value of fine art in clear engaging and professional language.

Personable polished articulate and possess the ability to present and communicate the aesthetic cultural and investment value of fine art in clear engaging and professional language.

Competitive persistent resourceful and motivated by results

Are not afraid to ask for the sale or follow up multiple times

Can take ownership of the full sales process rather than waiting for direction

Can think outside the box and finds creative ways to reach new collectors

Have an appreciation for art photography design architecture or interiors.

This role is unlikely to be a good match if you.

Do not have a minimum of 3 years in the Art Industry

Are not Familiar with art markets galleries auctions and trends in contemporary and traditional art especially within Nigeria and regional markets

Do not have a background in Art

Do not have a background in Sales

Prefer to work outside of a team setting

Are not interested in art or the art market

Unwilling to work on-site in Abuja for client meetings events and exhibitions combined with effective remote work capabilities.

Join Our Global Team: We invite you to apply for the position at Artelia. Join us in shaping the future of the global art market and transforming the way galleries and collectors connect in a digital world. As a diverse Africa-focused digital art marketplace we pride ourselves on building a platform where talent and creativity thrive our 7% attrition rate speaks volumes.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome

applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race color religion gender sexual

orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability or veteran status.

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