Top 8 Museum Jobs in Chesapeake, Va

Auction Gallery Associate
Blue Box Auction Gallery —Norfolk, VA
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Museum Attendant
City of Norfolk, VA —Norfolk, VA
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Philanthropy Data Coordinator
Chrysler Museum Of Art —Norfolk, VA
- $20 - $28 an hour
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- Customer service
- Bachelor of Science
- Research
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- Health insurance
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Art Preparator I
Chrysler Museum Of Art —Norfolk, VA
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The Mariners' Museum —Newport News, VA
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Visitor Service Manager
Hampton University —Hampton, VA
- $31,200 a year
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Glass Studio Instructor
Chrysler Museum Of Art —Norfolk, VA
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- Residential
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Auction Gallery Associate

Blue Box Auction Gallery -
Norfolk, VA

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Job Details

Part-time
From $15 an hour

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

DSLR cameras
Exhibit development experience
Product description writing
Merchandising
Display design
In-person customer service
Moving
Mid-level
Product photography
Photography lighting equipment
Object cataloging for curation
Curatorial analysis
Descriptive cataloging
Curatorial research
Organizational skills
Merchandising display arrangement
Stock organizing
Purchasing
Stock receiving
Promotional displays
Leadership
Client interaction via phone calls

Full Job Description

Overview

Join a fast-paced, globally reaching auction house where every week brings rare discoveries, diverse consignments, and the excitement of preparing objects for a worldwide audience of collectors and enthusiasts.

We are seeking a knowledgeable, organized, and energetic Auction Catalog Associate preferably with prior experience in cataloging, research, gallery work, still object photography and/or auction environments. This role combines hands-on work with intellectual curiosity — blending catalog research, photography, inventory management, display setup, and customer service.

You will be trusted with identifying, describing, staging, and presenting items ranging from fine art and antiques to militaria, jewelry, furniture, and general estate goods.

If you love learning, working with objects of cultural and historical value, and thrive under deadlines — this role is for you.

We are specifically looking for an associate who is familiar with collectibles such as sports cards, comic books, coins, fine art, decor, antiques, etc. Ideally you'll have a general working knowledge of these different areas but depth in one or more of them.

Key Responsibilities

Research, catalog, and write descriptions for fine art, antiques, militaria, jewelry, coins, furniture, and collectibles, fine art, etc.
Maintain organized consignor inventories that are clearly separated, labeled, and easy to locate
Unpack incoming collections and identify high-value vs. everyday pieces
Build cohesive, compelling auction lots with strong market appeal
Photograph objects with sharp, detailed images (DSLR/studio experience preferred, training provided)
Assist in staging and merchandising auctions for gallery previews and live events
Operate live online bidding platforms as needed during auctions
Provide customer support to consignors, bidders, and other duties as assigned.
Prepare purchases for timely pickup and assist with payments or phone support
Maintain organization and momentum during cataloging deadlines
Identify key items for marketing and promotional use

Qualifications

Prior experience cataloging, researching, or working in an auction, gallery, museum, or related setting
Strong writing, research, and organizational skills
Broad interest or knowledge in art, antiques, militaria, or material culture
Comfortable handling, lifting, and moving objects and furniture (up to 40–60 lbs)
Photography experience (DSLR or studio lighting) strongly preferred
Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a deadline-driven environment
Creative eye for display and presentation
Curious, hands-on, adaptable, and eager to learn more

Work Culture & Growth

We’re a tight-knit, growing team with a culture that values individual strengths, shared support, and serving our consignors with excellence. Every day brings something new with rare objects, fascinating stories, and the reward of presenting them to the world.

As our business expands, this position offers room to develop into leadership roles, specialty expertise, or deeper cataloging authority within specific domains.

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Application Question(s):

Describe a work environment where you were responsible for tracking inventory or keeping many moving parts organized.
Describe what experience you have with the auction industry, if any, and how that experience will help you succeed at this role?
Describe what experience you have identifying, researching, or cataloging antiques, art, collectibles, or historical objects. We're looking for what areas of interest or knowledge you bring with you.
This role may require physical handling and moving of objects and furniture. Are you able to safely lift and move heavy items as part of your daily work, when needed, such as heavy furniture?

We are looking to add an auction catalog specialist with experience in Antiques, Decorative Arts, and Fine Art. Please explain your experience handling, identifying, and writing about objects in all or some of these categories?

Work Location: In person

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Auction Gallery Associate

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