Cataloguer - Animation & Anime Art

Description

About Heritage Auctions

Start your career with one of the nation’s fastest-growing auction houses. Heritage Auctions is a global auction house driven by curiosity, innovation, and the stories behind extraordinary objects. For nearly 50 years, Heritage has connected collectors and consignors through a dynamic marketplace that celebrates history, culture, and craftsmanship. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with offices in New York, Chicago, Beverly Hills, London, Hong Kong, and other major cities, we support a worldwide network of experts and enthusiasts across more than 50 auction categories. From Sports and Entertainment memorabilia to Luxury Handbags, Fine Art, Jewelry, Coins, Wine, and rare historical artifacts, every item tells a story. We are dedicated to bringing those stories to life through deep research, cutting-edge technology, and thoughtful presentation. Known for our expertise and innovation, we offer a dynamic environment where passion for history, culture, and storytelling brings collectors together to discover, learn, and connect.  

ROLE SUMMARY: Responsible for assisting the Director of Animation Art in cataloging, processing consignments for auction, building relationships with bidders and consignors, and providing specialist opinions for evaluating, authenticating, and cataloging animation art properties consigned for online and catalog display. This is NOT a graphic/illustration designer position. 

LOCATION: South of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, NW corner of W. Airport Freeway (Hwy. 183) and Valley View Lane 

BENEFITS:  

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage  
• Paid time off  
• 401k savings plans 
• Onsite gym with access to a personal trainer 

COMPENSATION: Commensurate based on experience. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Candidate should be well acquainted with Animation Art and Anime Art, including but not limited to extensive knowledge of major animation studios, anime studios, and their associated properties, films, and television productions. 
• Evaluates Animation Art / Anime Art, including production art, drawings, concept art, cels, and cel background art. 
• Schedules Animation Art / Anime Art consignments for auction. 
• Writes descriptions for online and catalog display based on notes from consignors, the Director of Animation Art, and personal subject-matter expertise. 
• Answers inquiries from bidders and consignors related to animation and anime art. 
• Assists at previews and actively participates in auctions. 

Requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

• Must have a high school degree or equivalent. 
• Must have a minimum of two years of education and/or experience evaluating animation art, or the ability to demonstrate comparable expertise. 
• Extensive knowledge of hand-drawn animation art history and physical animation art is required. 
• Knowledge of all major animation studios and their key properties is required. 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• Highly proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Strong multitasking ability with exceptional attention to detail. 
• Positive attitude with outstanding customer service skills. 
• Public speaking abilities are a plus. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Individuals must be able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. 

Heritage Auctions welcomes and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, mature workers, and persons with disabilities. EOE