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Masterworks

General Manager, Art Business

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$250 - $350/hr

Storage, condition, conservation, insurance, and logistics for roughly $1.1B of held works. The Head of Art Business will own all three functions: managing the team, running Acquisitions ...

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As of Aug 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager art conservation in the United States is $69,553.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,000.00 and $99,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Manager Art Conservation, you need expertise in conservation science, art history, and restoration techniques, typically supported by an advanced degree in conservation or a related field. Familiarity with analytical tools, conservation lab equipment, and digital documentation systems is crucial for managing complex projects. Leadership, project management, and strong communication skills help coordinate teams and liaise with stakeholders. These competencies ensure the preservation of cultural heritage, effective team operations, and successful project outcomes.

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Manager Art Conservation professionals oversee the preservation, restoration, and care of artworks and cultural heritage objects. They lead teams of conservators and technicians, develop conservation strategies, manage budgets, and ensure that collections are handled and stored according to best practices. In addition, they may also coordinate research, train staff, and work closely with curators, registrars, and museum leadership to uphold the institution’s conservation goals.

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A Manager in Art Conservation often faces the challenge of balancing limited resources and budgets while maintaining the highest ethical and technical standards in preservation. Coordinating multidisciplinary teams—including conservators, curators, and external specialists—requires strong communication and project management skills. Additionally, staying current with advances in conservation science and adapting to new materials or techniques is crucial. Proactively fostering collaboration, continuous professional development, and transparent decision-making can help address these challenges effectively.

What is the difference between Manager Art Conservation vs Conservator?

AspectManager Art ConservationConservator
CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees in conservation or related fields, plus management experienceRequires specialized training or certification in art conservation, often with a degree in conservation or fine arts
Work EnvironmentOversees conservation projects, manages staff, and coordinates with institutionsPerforms hands-on conservation work on artworks and artifacts
Employer & IndustryMuseums, galleries, cultural institutions, conservation labsMuseums, galleries, private studios, conservation labs

The main difference is that a Manager Art Conservation focuses on overseeing conservation projects and managing teams, while a Conservator performs the actual hands-on work of restoring and preserving artworks. Both roles require specialized knowledge, but their responsibilities differ significantly.

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General Manager, Art Business

Masterworks

New York, NY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

About Masterworks:

Masterworks is a fintech platform that allows anyone to invest in SEC-qualified shares of multi-million dollar paintings by names like Banksy, Basquiat, and Picasso. Since launching in April 2019, we have securitized over $1.5 billion in world-class artworks.

Masterworks has been covered by major media publications such as The New York Times, CNBC, The Wall Street Journal, and the Financial Times.

Our employees are based out of our offices at 1 World Trade Center in the Financial District of New York City.

Why Masterworks?

  • Do you thrive on disruption?
  • Do you want to live at the cutting edge of finance, technology, and art?
  • Are you passionate about democratizing alternative investments?
  • Do you enjoy meaningful work that has a noticeable impact on business performance?

If you answered "Yes" to any of the above, we'd love to hear from you!


Position Overview

Masterworks operates a securitized art investment platform and, alongside it, a growing set of art-market businesses. For this case, the "Art Business" comprises three functions:

  • Private Sales. Brokering artworks for private clients.
  • Portfolio Acquisitions & Consignments. Sourcing and executing transactions for works to be listed on the investment platform, and selling works on behalf of investors, whether through the gallery or via consignment to other galleries.
  • Collection Management. Storage, condition, conservation, insurance, and logistics for roughly $1.1B of held works.

The Head of Art Business will own all three functions: managing the team, running Acquisitions & Consignments, and owning Collection Management with operational excellence, and growing Brokerage into a leading secondary-market gallery business. This position reports directly to the CEO.

You will be responsible for:

Team Management:

  • Building, managing, coaching, and developing a 20+ sales and operations team at varying levels of seniority
  • Setting the strategy for all aspects of the art teams, including how to differentiate as a leading secondary market gallery
  • Own compensation structure, goal-setting, promotions

Operations:

  • Building and refining processes for deal flow, counterparty vetting, business development and outreach, and negotiation
  • Oversee Collection Management (storage, conservation, insurance, logistics) while giving the Collection Manager autonomy over day-to-day execution.
  • Collaborating across departments including Product and Research to support acquisitions and sales strategy
  • Managing any real estate expansions and operations related to the gallery

Growing Private Sales:

  • Maintaining a strong working knowledge of the market: recent sales, pricing trends, collector and advisor activity
  • Driving team goals, adjusting business strategy as needed
  • Unlock new revenue opportunities, deal sourcing channels, and client acquisition strategies

In the first 90 days, you will:

  • Get fully up to speed on Masterworks sales and acquisitions criteria, process, budget, and the Masterworks collection
  • Establish clear performance frameworks and near-term goals through 2027
  • Build trust and working relationships with each current member of the art team
Requirements:
  • 10+ years in a leadership role at a leading gallery, auction house, or art business with specific revenue responsibility
  • At least 3 years managing or leading a sales team, with a desire to continue in a leadership rather than sales role
  • Understanding of the Post-War and Contemporary Art market, especially $1M+ segment
  • Comfortable overseeing specialized functions (e.g., collection logistics, conservation) - trusting expert judgment day-to-day while maintaining accountability for outcomes and knowing when to step in
  • Strong instincts for people - who to trust, how to develop talent, and how to read the advisor and collector landscape
  • Direct, low-ego communication style; you give clear feedback and take it the same way
  • Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable operating across both the qualitative and quantitative sides of the business
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Additional Requirements:

  • Must be eligible for full-time US employment - no exceptions
  • Must be able to work from our NY office - this is not a remote role

Benefits at Level & Co.

  • Free admission to art museums and galleries
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage with FSA options
  • PTO and 401k
Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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