Art Buyer Details

Art Buyer

Callisto Media - New York, NY

Employment Type : Full-Time

We combine the power of Big Data, technology, and lean economics. We discover the information people are searching for and provide it. We help transform lives.
Callisto will be unmatched in providing products, services, and experiences to a diverse universe. From mainstream populations to groups that traditional companies believe are too small or economically unfeasible to address, we will meet their needs.
Today, we’re the fastest growing company in the $106 billion global publishing industry, and our primary method for meeting peoples’ needs is through long-form content in books. But creating books for them is only the beginning.
The Art Buyer reports to the Art Program Manager and is responsible for building our photography and illustration programs, as well as expanding our talent pool to support aggressive growth and high-quality product output. Requires expert skills in managing artists along with an extensive network of creative resources- in multiple markets. Responsibilities

• Resource Acquisition and Development
• Acquire and cultivate photography, illustration, retouching, and art research resources
• Help build an in-house photography production studio
• Negotiate favorable pricing and licensing terms for photography and illustration
• Maintain legal agreements with individuals and agencies
• Artist relations with an eye to retention while showcasing Callisto’s reputation in the industry
• Evaluate and pilot new talent on a regular cadence to meet high volume targets

Qualifications

• At least 5 years art production experience in a high-volume creative environment
• Extensive stock photography network with established relationships in the industry
• Proven experience as an art buyer
• Experience with photo editing, art production, or studio management a plus
• Wide network of photographic and illustrator resources - individual and agencies
• Familiarity with studio management best practices
• Superior cost and resource management skill
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on transparency and diplomacy
• Adaptability in a fast-paced and dynamic startup environment
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop; familiarity with Adobe Illustrator and InDesign
• Bachelor’s degree in Photography or Fine Art, or equivalent education and experience

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Join us! We are a team where data drives our decisions. Where culture matters. We put our customers first and they embody our core values. We’re entrepreneurial and focused in our approach. We challenge each employee to experiment and drive results while feeling empowered to do their best work each and every day. Callisto Media offers a competitive salary, full benefits, 401k, stock options, for full-time employees, as well as a friendly working environment. This is a full-time, onsite position.