London, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$40k–$50k/yr
About Avant Arte Avant Arte is a curated platform connecting the world's leading artists and public arts institutions with a new generation of enthusiasts, collectors and patrons. We collaborate with the most exciting co…
Skills: Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Pitching, Sales, Commercial Acumen
London, England, United Kingdom · On-site
ABOUT AVANT ARTE Avant Arte is a curated platform connecting the world’s leading artists and public arts institutions with a new generation of enthusiasts, collectors and patrons. In collaboration with the most exciting …
Skills: Art Direction, Content Strategy, Team Management, Project Management, Budget Management
Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands · Hybrid
ABOUT AVANT ARTE Avant Arte wants to make art radically more accessible for a new generation. The company began as a cult blog of contemporary artists and grew organically into the world’s largest and most engaged online…
Skills: Exhibition Management, Project Management, Exhibition Coordination, Venue Logistics, Art Handling
Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands · On-site
ABOUT AVANT ARTE Avant Arte is a curated platform connecting the world’s leading artists and public arts institutions with a new generation of enthusiasts, collectors and patrons. We collaborate with the most exciting co…
Skills: Visual Design, User Journeys, UI Design, Design Thinking, Design Systems
London, England, United Kingdom · On-site
ABOUT MAKE-READY Make-Ready is dedicated to producing original prints of outstanding quality and has an altogether different approach on defining what a fine art print studio can be. We specialise in high-end silkscreen …
Skills: Digital Print Operations, Colour Management, Media Profiling, Print Production Workflows, Wasatch
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The Artist Manager is responsible for identifying and acquiring new artist partnerships and managing the end-to-end lifecycle of print releases. This includes advising artists on sales strategy, coordinating with internal production teams, and managing image licensing.
Candidates should have over 2 years of experience in account management or business development. Strong communication, pitching, and sales skills are essential, with commercial acumen being a preferred asset.
About Avant Arte
Avant Arte is a curated platform connecting the world's leading artists and public arts institutions with a new generation of enthusiasts, collectors and patrons. We collaborate with the most exciting contemporary artists such as Ai Weiwei, Mickalene Thomas, Maurizio Cattelan and Jenny Holzer to create limited editions of the highest quality, from prints and sculptures to digital works.
Our global community of over 4 million collectors and art enthusiasts reflects the growing energy and curiosity of a new generation transforming how art is discovered and supported. Together with leading museums and institutions, we develop fundraising collaborations that strengthen public access to art and engage the new generation of patrons who will shape its future. Make-Ready, our North London print studio, is the largest fine art silkscreen printmaker in the world.
Our mission is to make discovering and collecting art more accessible, connecting artists, institutions and audiences in meaningful ways that expand art's reach and impact.
About Make-Ready Editions
Make-Ready Editions is a new platform launched alongside Avant Arte, offering beautifully produced, accessibly priced prints from one of the world's foremost print studios. We bring together a broad range of artists — from old masters to some of the most exciting contemporary artists working today — in a single place built for browsing and discovery. Only a few months old, we're building Make-Ready Editions into the definitive destination for people who love great prints and want to find their next one.
About the role
As an Artist Manager at Make-Ready Editions, you will be responsible for identifying, acquiring, and nurturing relationships with exceptional artists, helping them translate their audiences into successful print releases. You will combine commercial acumen, strategic relationship management, and a deep understanding of artists’ practices and ambitions to drive revenue growth while delivering an exceptional partner experience.
Artist Acquisition & Business Development (Winning Artists)
Support the growth of Make-Ready Editions' artist acquisition efforts, managing the process from prospecting and pitching through onboarding and launch.
Build and maintain a robust pipeline of artist partnerships, driving consistent growth in the number and quality of releases on the platform.
Lead outreach to prospective artists, help develop relationships that convert into long-term partnerships.
Work closely with the Growth and Product teams to test, refine, and optimise acquisition strategies.
Artist Account Management & Launch Execution (Growing and delivering artist releases)
Own a portfolio of key artist accounts, acting as the primary point of contact throughout the lifecycle of each release.
Advise artists on sales strategy, audience engagement, pricing, edition structuring, and launch planning to maximise commercial performance.
Identify opportunities for repeat releases and long-term partnerships that create sustainable value for both artists and Make-Ready Editions.
Project-manage print releases from onboarding through launch and fulfilment, coordinating across creative, production, marketing, operations, and finance teams.
Oversee key milestones including image submission, print development, launch readiness, artist approvals, and payments.
Maintain clear communication with artists and internal stakeholders, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to the highest standard.
Image Licensing Management (Sourcing licensed content)
Identify, evaluate, and onboard images with strong merchandising potential and commercial appeal.
Work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure assets, rights, and approvals are secured ahead of launch.
The main skills we’re looking for are:
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong pitching and sales skills
Commercial acumen is a plus
We think you’ll probably have:
>2 years experience in an account management / business development role
Don't meet every single requirement? Avant Arte is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic team so we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Benefits include:
£40-50k annual salary, dependent on experience
Generous equity allowance
Private Healthcare (UK)
Enhanced pension contributions and parental leave policies
25 days of holiday plus four extra company-wide days
L&D budget of €1000 per year per employee
Regular company socials
Art loan scheme for employees
Avant Arte's mission is to make discovering and collecting art more accessible for a new generation.
Avant Arte is a curated platform connecting the world’s leading artists and public arts institutions with a new generation of enthusiasts, collectors and patrons. We collaborate with the most exciting contemporary artists such as Ai Weiwei, Mickalene Thomas, Maurizio Cattelan and Jenny Holzer to create limited editions of the highest quality, from prints and sculptures to digital works. Our global community of over 4 million collectors and art enthusiasts reflects the growing energy and curiosity of a new generation transforming how art is discovered and supported. Through fundraising editions – created in collaboration with artists including Ed Ruscha, Grayson Perry and Alex Katz – we have raised over $18 million for major cultural institutions such as LACMA, the Contemporary Art Society and the Guggenheim, among others. These fundraising collaborations help to strengthen public access to art and engage the new generation of patrons who will shape its future. Our mission is to make discovering and collecting art more accessible, connecting artists, institutions and audiences in meaningful ways that expand art’s reach and impact.
Offices: 82 Rivington St, London, GB · Abcouderstraatweg 130, Amsterdam, North Holland 1105 AA, NL
Avant Arte's mission is to make discovering and collecting art more accessible for a new generation.
Avant Arte is a curated platform connecting the world’s leading artists and public arts institutions with a new generation of enthusiasts, collectors and patrons. We collaborate with the most exciting contemporary artists such as Ai Weiwei, Mickalene Thomas, Maurizio Cattelan and Jenny Holzer to create limited editions of the highest quality, from prints and sculptures to digital works. Our global community of over 4 million collectors and art enthusiasts reflects the growing energy and curiosity of a new generation transforming how art is discovered and supported. Through fundraising editions – created in collaboration with artists including Ed Ruscha, Grayson Perry and Alex Katz – we have raised over $18 million for major cultural institutions such as LACMA, the Contemporary Art Society and the Guggenheim, among others. These fundraising collaborations help to strengthen public access to art and engage the new generation of patrons who will shape its future. Our mission is to make discovering and collecting art more accessible, connecting artists, institutions and audiences in meaningful ways that expand art’s reach and impact.
Offices: 82 Rivington St, London, GB · Abcouderstraatweg 130, Amsterdam, North Holland 1105 AA, NL
