Cruise Ship Art Sales Associate-Auctioneer Apprenticeship | US applicants

Launch your sales career at seaTurn your passion for art and people into a career at sea with Park West Gallery , the world's largest art dealer. Step into a paid, apprenticeship-style career track that grows your career from Art Sales Associate → Shipboard Gallery Director → Art Auctioneer . You'll learn live-event selling, build stage presence, and lead gallery operations—while traveling the world. No art degree required. Training & mentorship provided.What you'll doEngage guests and guide them through the art-buying experienceSupport live art auctions and host vibrant gallery events onboardSet up beautiful exhibitions and collaborate with a high-energy teamDeliver polished guest service in a fast-paced, multicultural settingYour growth pathAssociate → Gallery Director → Auctioneer (our highest-earning role), with coaching, real stage time, and clear performance milestones.New Recruit Onboarding Compensation Offer (IC) — Available in our U.S., Canada, UK, and Ireland recruiting programs (Independent Contractor)Contract minimum guarantee: $1,000 USD per onboard week (during initial active shipboard assignment). Each week you earn whichever is higher: your performance pay or the $1,000 USD/week contract minimum (amounts aren't combined)Uncapped performance pay (commissions + bonuses after 30 days )Initial earning potential: $50,000–$80,000 USD ; Earning potential with experience: $100,000–$300,000+ USDEngagement is Independent Contractor (through third-party staffing agency) ; contractors manage their own taxes/insurance. Full terms provided upon selection.Who can apply now? We welcome applicants worldwide. This specific onboarding offer is currently available to first-time recruits who reside and complete onboarding in the U.S., Canada, UK, or Ireland. You'll need a valid passport and the ability to obtain required crew/travel visas (e.g., C-1/D, Schengen) before embarkation. Independent-contractor engagement; no candidate fees.Work conditions & disclosures (at a glance)Multi-month (3 to 6 months) shipboard rotations with international travelAbility to lift and move framed artwork up to 50 lbs (≈23 kg) and stand/walk for extended periods with or without reasonable accommodation. A valid seafarer's medical, post-offer, approved by our cruise line partners in conjunction with MLC regulations, is required.Travel documents: passport (or ability to obtain) and visas as needed for embarkationPost-offer screenings: background check in accordance with the FCRA (you'll receive a standalone disclosure, give written authorization, and receive a copy/rights notice if any report is considered), and maritime medical clearance through approved providersDuring assignments: onboard accommodations and meals are provided through the cruise program. This is an independent-contractor engagement; no traditional employee benefits are provided.Must meet cruise-line embarkation policies by start date (details provided during hiring).Strong English communication — shipboard operations are conducted in English.All roles are engaged as Independent Contractors through Caribbean Staffing Solutions.Apply now to reserve your seat and start your path to Auctioneer . Bring your energy, professionalism, and passion for art to the world stage.Important! Upon successful submission you will receive an email with confirmation and next steps. Check all email folders.Equal Opportunity & AccessibilityWe engage contractors without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations for the hiring event and selection process.#J-18808-Ljbffr