Cruise Ship Art Sales Associate - Auctioneer Apprenticeship

About This Role

This paid, apprenticeship-style career track allows you to turn your passion for art and people into a career at sea. You will grow from an Art Sales Associate to a Shipboard Gallery Director and ultimately to an Art Auctioneer, learning live-event selling, building stage presence, and leading gallery operations while traveling the world.

Responsibilities

• Engage guests and guide them through the art-buying experience
• Support live art auctions and host vibrant gallery events onboard
• Set up beautiful exhibitions and collaborate with a high-energy team
• Deliver polished guest service in a fast-paced, multicultural setting

Requirements

• Ability to lift and move framed artwork up to 50 lbs (≈23 kg)
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods with or without reasonable accommodation
• Valid seafarer’s medical, post-offer, approved by cruise line partners in conjunction with MLC regulations
• Passport (or ability to obtain) and visas as needed for embarkation
• Meet cruise-line embarkation policies by start date
• Strong English communication

Benefits

• Uncapped performance pay (commissions + bonuses after 30 days)
• Onboard accommodations and meals provided through the cruise program
• Training and mentorship provided

Important Details

• Schedule: Multi-month (3 to 6 months) shipboard rotations
• Contract: Independent Contractor (through third-party staffing agency); contractors manage their own taxes/insurance

Application Process

• Post-offer screenings: background check via an approved vendor (with consent and in accordance with POPIA and applicable law)
• Post-offer maritime medical fitness assessment required through approved providers for shipboard roles

About the Company

Park West Gallery is the world’s largest art dealer.