Careers in Art: Understanding Professional Pathways in the Art World

To an outsider looking in, the art world can come across as a small, exclusive club that only allows VIP access. In reality, it is an industry that holds a plethora of job potential for those that seek it.

This course will set participants on the path to success in deciding if an art world career is right for them and demonstrates how to take securing a position in it to the next level. Instructed by the founder of a high-profile art recruitment agency, the course provides a comprehensive introduction to the diverse career opportunities available within the dynamic realm of fine arts by analyzing current market trends. Through exploration, discussion, and practical insights such as resume-building and interview tips, students will gain an understanding of the multifaceted landscape of the art industry, its various sectors, and the skills required to succeed in these fields.

Price

$975

Early Booking Rate

$875

if registered by August 7
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Date

October 9, 14, 16, 21, 23
Time

6 PM GMT / 1 PM EST
Duration

2 Weeks
Type

Live Course
Location

Online
Topics
- Specializations & Skills
Language

English
Contact Admissions
online@sia.edu +1 646-438-7268

Faculty

Julia Henderson

Faculty

Julia Henderson has spent 20 years in senior positions within large recruitment and staffing businesses, including as the CEO of Recruitment Solutions Group. She founded DRAW Recruitment, a market-leading recruitment agency specialising in arts jobs and sourcing talent for the fine art, antiques, auction and luxury markets sector in 2016, together with Nina Langford. They were quickly able to build up a loyal client base and today have an expansive network all over the international art world.

Lacey West

Faculty, Online

Having completed a BA in Art History at the University of Texas in Austin and a MA in Contemporary Art at Sotheby’s Institute of Art in London, American-born Lacey West then spent five years managing commercial galleries in London, including a small Contemporary gallery in Notting Hill as well as a large Modern Art gallery in Mayfair. In 2010, she set up Lacey West Art International (LWAI) to offer a professional recruitment service to employees and employers in the global art community.

Day 1: Careers in the art world including an introduction to the career opportunities within the art market.
Day 2: Marketing yourself as a candidate, creating a winning CV and LinkedIn profile, and looking for opportunities.
Day 3: Auction houses, commercial galleries and the demand for registrars and logistics professionals.
Day 4: Roles in art and technology.
Day 5: Working in the public sector or as an independent practitioner.

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About Live Courses

About Live Courses

This live online course is delivered with live-streamed lectures featuring group discussion and Q&A. All live sessions are also recorded and available on the course platform typically within 24-48 hours for participants unable to attend the posted times. The course will include a final project with personalized feedback from the course instructor. All participants will have access to the recordings for an additional 30 days after the final course lecture.
Students Will Learn
Students Will Learn

By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Navigate the start of a career path in the art world with the goal of obtaining a dream role.
- Understand how to apply for a job in a professional and efficient manner.
- Draft a professional resume, appropriate social media presence and cover letter for an artworld position.
- Identify where to locate open art world positions and find other art world resources.
- Identify the different possible professional roles in the field of art galleries, auction houses and non-profit institutions.
Course Completion

Course Completion

For successfully completing this course, you receive a verified Certificate of Completion from Sotheby’s Institute of Art as well as TBD IACET Continuing Education Units. *

Our digital certificates allow you to share new skills with various social media platforms, including LinkedIn. Successful completion is defined by each instructor in the course syllabus and consists, at the least, of regular, thoughtful participation in online activities and timely submission of assigned papers or projects.

*As an IACET Accredited Provider, Sotheby’s Institute of Art offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard.