artnet · 2 days ago
Art Market Reporter/Wet Paint Columnist
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expArtnet is the world’s most-read and trusted art publication, dedicated to delivering exclusive reporting to art insiders and lovers. The role involves market reporting and column writing to highlight key trends and figures in the art industry, while also running a popular gossip column.
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Responsibilities
Own a high-profile beat for Artnet PRO
Conceive and write dynamic, deeply reported features and news stories on: Emerging art-market trends, Key dealers, advisors, collectors, and auction houses, Artists and institutions shaping market narratives
Pitch and develop distinctive angles that go beyond competitors
Break news for our Artnet PRO members with clear, accurate, and fast copy
Helm the weekly Wet Paint gossip column
Run one of the art world’s most widely read gossip columns
Develop exclusive scoops and behind-the-scenes stories
Build and maintain a network of tipsters, insiders, and contributors who trust you with sensitive information
Shape and sustain a strong, recognizable voice for the column: witty, informed, and fair
Collaborate on bigger editorial projects
Work with the Artnet News Pro editorial team on: Multi-part investigations, Data-driven market reports, Special editorial packages tied to major art fairs, auctions, and market events
Contribute ideas that connect your beat to wider art-world and business-of-culture stories
Help grow Wet Paint beyond the page
Contribute to the evolution of Wet Paint as it expands into an in-person social/events franchise
Bring story ideas, guest concepts, and programming suggestions that amplify the column’s voice and community
Qualification
Required
Reporting experience on the art market or a closely related beat
Four-plus years of professional experience in art-market reporting or the equivalent experience in business, culture, or entertainment journalism with a strong track record of breaking stories and cultivating sources
Proven art-world literacy
A demonstrated ability to write authoritatively about art, the art market, and the personalities and institutions that drive it
Comfort covering topics ranging from auction results and gallery moves to below-the-radar power dynamics and social currents
A deep, active source network
A wide-ranging network of sources—or a clear plan and demonstrated ability to build one—across galleries, auction houses, artist studios, advisors, collectors, and institutions
Skill in earning trust, protecting sources, and handling sensitive information with discretion
A flair for narrative and voice
You can switch between clean, reported news writing and a more playful column style
You know how to balance wit with fairness and accuracy, and you understand the ethical stakes of gossip and insider coverage
Art world presence and stamina
An energetic zest for the social aspects of the art world and art market: openings, fairs, dinners, and late-night conversations where stories are born
Comfort working on deadline while navigating busy social/industry calendars
All candidates must either be based in New York or be able to work effectively on Eastern Time
Benefits
Comprehensive Health Package: We offer great medical, dental, and vision plan options
Life and Disability Coverage
Generous Paid Time Off: 20 PTO days annually, unlimited sick days
Parental Leave: Robust paid time off for new parents
Pre-tax Health and Transit-Saving Options
401(K) Match: Join the team and we will invest in your future
Health and Wellness: We care about your wellbeing, and offer corporate gym memberships as well as monthly gym reimbursement
Company
artnet
artnet is the leading platform to buy, sell or research art online.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-05-27Acquired
Leadership Team
Jacob Pabst
CEO
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