Art + Commerce - The Agency

ABOUT ART+COMMERCE

Art + Commerce represents a diverse group of image makers working

in a range of creative disciplines. The agency has evolved into a global

organization with offices in New York, Los Angeles, Paris and London

representing over 60 photographers, directors, stylists, hair and make-up

artists, creative directors, an illustrator, a set designer and important estates

and foundations. Founded in 1981, the company is engaged with the

long-term aspirations and practical needs of its artists and is committed

to playing a positive role in the cultural understanding of image making.

Divisions of Art + Commerce include:

PRODn

PRODn is a boutique production agency based in New York, Los Angeles

and Paris. PRODn offers a full range of production services including

large-scale editorial and commercial photo shoots, film and digital

content creation, with a specialization in client services, location

scouting, casting, behind the scenes coordination and social media.

New Light Films

New Light Films represents directors working across the commercial

spectrum. The division manages and executes full-scale film productions

from conception to completion and offers these services to select artists

and clients beyond its own roster.

Image Archive

Art + Commerce is committed to extending the cultural currency of new

and historically significant photographs. The Image Archive licenses

images by photographers currently represented for assignment as well

as from important estates and foundations. Projects include commercial,

editorial, exhibition and product collaborations.

531 west 25th street, 4th floor

new york, ny 10001

tel +1 212 206 0737 fax +1 212 463 7267

20 rue de la Baume, 5th floor

75008 paris, france

tel +33 (0)1 73 09 98 00 fax +33 (0)1 73 05 96 01

Arundel Street Building, 5th floor

180 The Strand

London WC2R 3DA

tel +44 (0) 20 7031 7301 fax +44 (0) 20 7031 7311

Image Archive and general inquiries

info@artandcommerce.com

Employment Inquiries

General contact: employment@artandcommerce.com

Assistant inquiries: Click here

Portfolio Review Inquiries

Submissions@artandcommerce.com

Our artists portfolios are available for viewing in three ways:

Online Portfolios

Online portfolios are frequently updated and are accessible by clicking on Artists.

Request a Portfolio

Request an artists portfolio by calling the agency at 212 206 0737 or e-mail acagents@artandcommerce.com.

Personal Visit

To inquire about a personal visit to your studio or ours, please call at 212 206 0737 or e-mail portfolios@artandcommerce.com.

EMPLOYMENT

For information about assisting Art + Commerce artists, please go to this link .

For other employment opportunities, please see below or contact employment@artandcommerce.com.

Producer - Art + Commerce (New York, NY)

Art + Commerce is looking for a producer to support a photographer's agent. The candidate’s primary objective is to oversee all production once a job is awarded. The candidate will work closely with the agent, freelance producers, accounting department and studio managers to assist in successful completion of projects. This position requires a calm, strong, intelligent, intuitive personality. This person must be highly organized and detail oriented. They must be able to maintain a positive attitude, respond efficiently to requests, and communicate with people politely and effectively at all different levels. This position allows for the producer to work with a collaborative team, interacting with exceptional photographers, while obtaining an insider’s view of commercial photography at the highest level.

Daily Responsibilities:

Liaising between agent, clients, artist studios, vendors to produce and manage productions
Overseeing large scale productions and being the point person for photographer and client
Attending pre-production meetings and shoots when necessary
Creating and managing budgets, negotiating fees and expenses
Creating call sheets + production books as needed
Maintaining and organizing calendars and schedules for jobs and meetings
Optioning stylists, hair, makeup, set designers and studios
Optioning DPs and film crew
Manage the booking of artist travel, hotel + additional needs
Supervise advance invoicing and final billing for closed jobs

Qualifications:

A minimum of 5 years of experience in fashion production (print + film preferred)
Proven experience managing teams and personnel
Strong negotiator and excellent communicator
Comfortable interfacing with high level clients and artists
Strong ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment
Must be able to multi-task and oversee numerous coinciding projects
Specialized knowledge of the fashion and advertising market&nbsp
Interest in contemporary photography, fashion, pop culture and publishing
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong ability to learn other electronic processes

Please contact Employment@artandcommerce.com.

Salary commensurate with experience

Starting Date: Immediately

Imaging Coordinator - Art + Commerce (New York, NY)

Art + Commerce is looking for an experienced part-time Imaging Coordinator. Primary responsibilities include imaging trafficking and file archiving, with scanning and light retouching. Candidates may also contribute to design endeavors on the web and in the digital space. This position works closely with multiple divisions, supporting an agency representing exceptional photographers, directors and other image-makers.

Responsibilities:

Process and upload images and film to website
Manage and update online artist portfolios
Deliver images to clients
Manage FTP server and download incoming materials from artists through external FTP links
Manage image editing software for archivists and licensing agents
Maintain all designed elements of the Art + Commerce brand, for print and for web
Scan and color balance tear sheets (Epson Flatbed) and original artwork (Imacon Virtual Drum)
Occasional light retouching and dusting of scanned images (positives and negatives) and illustrations
Edit video files
Maintain various file servers for TIFFs, JPGs and films
Design, manage and maintain marketing emails using SendGrid
Design portfolio PDFs and marketing materials for agency needs

Qualifications

Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Bridge, Final Cut Pro, Premier Pro
Experience with Excel, file-comparison software and digital extraction software
Scanning and retouching experience
Familiarity with photographic processes, especially digital image production
Proficiency in various image & video file formats, file transfer protocols, web based applications, MAC platforms
Must have a certificate or degree in graphic or digital design
Experience with web development and SEO
Knowledge of HTML/HTML5, CSS/CSS3
Team player but with ability to work proactively and independently
Detail oriented and well organized
Ability to work productively under pressure
Interest or general knowledge of contemporary photography, art, design and publishing

Please send your application to: employment@artandcommerce.com

Portfolio Administrative Assistant - Art + Commerce (New York, NY)

Art + Commerce is looking for an administrative assistant to assist in the daily workflow of the portfolio department. Candidates will be responsible for assisting all members of the agency’s art department to maintain the digital archive, coordinate digital assets for artist portfolios, support the online SHOP, help organize social media content and support other portfolio needs. They are responsible for the collection and maintenance of tears for editorials, advertising campaigns, and press.

Responsibilities:

Assist in sourcing and acquisition of digital content for all artist archives
Assist in the acquisition of print material for editorials and advertising content
Maintain calendar of all artist jobs for new content requests
Organize call sheets for Portfolio from all agency departments
Assist in entering archival information for digital archive
Create tears for all artists and manage physical tears archive
Help organize the social media content calendar, as needed
Assist with online SHOP inventory and coordinate fulfillment of all sales
Assist with graphic design projects for promotional material
Provide administrative support on special projects for all departments
Assist with daily reception coverage

Qualifications:

Must have a keen awareness of Art + Commerce photographers, stylists, hair and makeup artists
Minimum 1-2 years of relevant in-office experience in an art and/or photo background, with interest and understanding of photography
Scanning and retouching experience
Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Bridge, InDesign and Illustrator is a plus
Able to multi task in a fast-paced environment and work independently.
Experience with SEO and social media
A certificate in design is a plus
Must be highly organized and demonstrate a strong attention to detail
Must be a strong communicator
Must maintain a positive attitude

Please send your application along with cover letter to: Employment@artandcommerce.com

Agent (Photography) – Art + Commerce (New York)

Art + Commerce is seeking an Agent in their New York office. The agent will be responsible for the management of artists on the Art + Commerce roster. This person must be able to maintain a positive attitude, respond efficiently to any inquiries, work collaboratively with others at the agency, and communicate with people effectively at all different levels. The candidate must work to develop current relationships as well as create new opportunities and business strategies for their artists. The candidate must have proven past agent experience as well as solid industry contacts and relationships.

Responsibilities:

Representation, development, and marketing of A + C artists.
Manage A + C artists’ calendars, and support their budget negotiations, productions, logistics, and accounting matters.
Plan artists’ career development and establish strategies for their professional growth.
Generate new business and revenue opportunities for artists.
Retain and nurture existing relationships with luxury brands, agencies, and other potential clients.
Work closely with other agents and divisions internally on artist projects, future opportunities, and company objectives.
Negotiate contracts and budgets.
Manage artist invoicing and payment in timely manner.

Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree
Ability to create leads, negotiate, manage and close deals
Specialized knowledge of the fashion and advertising market
Existing relationships with art buyers, editors, creative directors
Established artist management experience, particularly in photography, styling, or hair and makeup fields.
Strong connections in the fashion industry, both in European and American markets
Knowledge of contemporary photography, art, high end fashion and publishing
Proficient negotiation skills, familiarity with standard rates and usages
Personable nature, with ability to develop lasting and productive relationships with artists, clients and colleagues
Strong written and verbal skills
Detail oriented and organized
Team player
Ability to multitask
Ability to identify and manage priority requests, calls and meetings
Proficiency in Excel and Word
Ability to work productively under pressure, think ahead and be a consistently proactive problem solver

Compensation Salary commensurate with experience

Please send your application to: employment@artandcommerce.com

Senior Photography Agent - Art + Commerce (London, UK)

Art + Commerce is seeking a Senior Photography Agent in their London office. The agent must have senior level experience and be a proactive self-starter that will seek out new opportunities for both their artists, and the agency as a whole with the guidance from Co-Presidents /Managing Directors in NY. This person must be able to maintain a positive attitude, respond calmly and efficiently to any inquiries, and communicate with people effectively at all different levels. The candidate must work to develop current relationships and new opportunities for photographers and other artists, as well as create new business strategies for marketing and sales to support UK growth initiatives. The candidate must have proven senior agent experience with successful working photographers as well as solid industry contacts and relationships in Europe.

Responsibilities

Working with the leadership in New York to seek out new opportunities for both their artists, and the agency as a whole.
Fully support the needs of A+C UK artists, including representation, marketing, budget negotiations, production, logistics, and accounting matters.
In charge of planning artists’ career development and consulting on strategies for professional growth.
Recruiting of artists that meet Art + Commerce’s high standard of excellence.
Tactfully manage and develop relationships with clients, brands, and agencies.
Communicate effectively with Global Divisions and work productively under pressure.

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree
Ability to create leads, negotiate, manage and close deals
Specialized knowledge of the fashion and advertising market
Existing relationships with EU art buyers, editors, creative directors
Established artist management experience, particularly in photography, styling, and hair and makeup fields
Strong connections in the fashion industry, both in European and American markets
Knowledge of contemporary photography, art, high end fashion and publishing
Proficient negotiation skills, familiarity with standard rates and usages
Personable nature, with ability to develop lasting and productive relationships with artists and clients alike
Strong written and verbal skills
Detail oriented and organized
Ability to multitask
Ability to identify and manage priority requests, calls and meetings
Proficiency in Excel and Word
Ability to work productively under pressure, think ahead and be a consistently proactive problem solver

Compensation Salary commensurate with experience

Starting Date Immediately

Please send your application to Employment@artandcommerce.com

Junior Producer - Art + Commerce (New York, NY)

Art + Commerce is looking for a Junior Producer to support a photography agent. The candidate’s primary objective is to oversee all production once a job is awarded. The candidate will work closely with the agent, freelance producers, accounting department and studio managers to assist in successful completion of projects. This position requires a calm, strong, intelligent, intuitive personality. This person must be highly organized and detail oriented. They must be able to maintain a positive attitude, respond efficiently to requests, and communicate with people politely and effectively at all different levels. This position allows for the producer to work with a collaborative team, interacting with exceptional photographers, while obtaining an insider’s view of commercial photography at the highest level.

Qualifications:

A minimum of 2-5 years of experience in fashion production (print + film preferred)
Proven experience managing teams and personnel
Strong negotiator and excellent communicator
Comfortable interfacing with high level clients and artists
Strong ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment
Must be able to multi-task and oversee numerous coinciding projects
Strong problem solving abilities
Enthusastic and energetic team player
Detailed oriented and significant experience with detailed billing process
Specialized knowledge of the fashion and advertising market
Interest in contemporary photography, fashion, pop culture and publishing
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong ability to work in new software

Daily Responsibilities:

Liaising between artists and clients to produce and manage productions
Overseeing large scale productions and being the point person for photographer and client
Attending pre-production meetings and shoots when necessary
Vet project requests; gather information to share with the photographer’s agent
Creating and managing budgets, negotiating fees and expense
Creating call sheets + production books as needed
Maintaining and organizing calendars and schedules for jobs and meetings
Optioning stylists, hair, makeup, set designers and studios
Optioning DPs and film crew
Manage the booking of artist travel, hotel + additional needs
Supervise advance invoicing and final billing for closed jobs

Please send your application to: employment@artandcommerce.com

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development by Orange Logic

All photographs appearing on the Art + Commerce web site are copyrighted and

protected under United States and international copyright laws. The photographs

may not be reproduced in any form, stored, or manipulated without prior written

permission from Art + Commerce and the copyright holder(s).

TERMS

PRIVACY
NOTICE

Art + Commerce respects your privacy, protects your personal data and does not share information with third parties.

Personal information

Art + Commerce gathers information from our direct contact with you, and from third parties, such as commercially available databases. If you are a registered user of our services, Art + Commerce may access specific information about your use of the site. Traffic data may sometimes be traceable to individuals as well as to companies. Art + Commerce may store your information on its databases for reference.

How your information is used

Art + Commerce collects user information to administer, support, improve and obtain feedback on our services.

Marketing

Art + Commerce may contact you from time to time with marketing communications. You have a right to ask us not to contact you for marketing purposes and may cancel marketing communications by responding with No Marketing in the subject line.

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TERMS AND
CONDITIONS
OF USE

EXPENSE
MANAGEMENT

Submission of images for examination or use is conditioned upon the Recipient agreeing to all the terms contained herein.

Terms relative to submission

Images may not be used in any way, including layouts, sketches, xerography or scanning until submission of and payment of an invoice indicating Recipient's right to do same, or indicating the purchase of the image(s) outright, which shall be only on the terms of use hereinafter specified. Projection of any transparency is not permitted. You may not ARCHIVE, REPUBLISH or TRANSMIT images on any DATABASE without Art + Commerces prior written consent.

Terms as to use

Unless otherwise specifically stated, images remain the property of Art + Commerce or the particular contributor. Art + Commerce represents that it has the right to grant the license on behalf of the contributor. Upon submission of and payment of an invoice to Art + Commerce a license is only granted to use the images for the use specified on the invoice and for no other purpose, unless such images are purchased outright. Recipient does not acquire any right, title or interest in or to any image, including, without limitation, any electronic reproduction or promotional rights, and will not make, authorize or permit any use of the particular image(s), plate(s) or digital files made there from other than as specified herein. The image(s) shall be faithfully reproduced, and, unless Art + Commerce gives its express written consent in advance, shall not be cropped, colorized, solarized, overlaid with text, or otherwise altered in any way (except as to overall size). Full credit and copyright information must remain with the image.

If Recipient desires to re-use an image or extend previous usage, then Recipient must request and pay for additional rights prior to publication. You agree not to make, authorize or permit any use of an image or its derivative (use of an image as a source to create another image) except as authorized by the invoice. In the event you use an image for any use other than that indicated on the invoice, including but not limited to the number of uses, the publication using, or the size of the reproduction, Art + Commerce agrees to forego its right to sue for copyright infringement and breach of contract if you pay, as liquidated damages, a sum equal to ten (10) times the normal price we would have charged for such use, within 10 (ten) days of us billing such fee. This is not a penalty but an agreed fair use charge. If you fail to make such payment in ten (10) days, we shall have the right to sue for copyright infringement and breach of contract. No model releases or other releases exist on any images unless Art + Commerce specifies the existence of such release in writing. Recipient shall indemnify Art + Commerce against all claims arising out of the use of any images where the existence of such release has not been specified in writing by Art + Commerce. In any event, the limit of liability of Art + Commerce shall be the sum paid to it per the invoice for the use of the particular image involved. User will hold Art + Commerce harmless from all claims for the use of the images, including defamatory use. Art + Commerce gives no right or warranties with respect to the use of names, trademark, logo types, registered or copyrighted designs or works of art depicted in any image, and the client must satisfy himself that all necessary rights, consents or permissions as may be required for reproduction are secured.

Digital files are provided as is. Art + Commerce makes no representation or warranty, either express or implied, including but not limited to any implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for any particular purpose, non infringement, quality of image, or compatibility with any computer hardware or other equipment, operating system or software program. You may have additional rights under some state laws.

This agreement is not assignable or transferable on the part of the Recipient.

This contract contains all the terms of the agreement between Art + Commerce and Recipient concerning delivery and review of images, and no terms and conditions may be added or deleted unless made in writing and signed by both Art + Commerce and Recipient. These terms and the terms of any subsequent invoice supersede any and all terms of the Clients purchase order. Any subsequent invoice Art + Commerce may issue may contain additional terms relating to the rights granted and the type of use allowed. No rights are granted until payment is made to Art + Commerce even though Recipient has received an invoice.

Payment herein is to be net thirty (30) days. A service charge of two (2%) percent per month on any unpaid balance will be charged thereafter. Any claims for adjustment or rejection of terms must be made to Art + Commerce within ten (10) days after receipt of invoice. Recipient shall provide Art + Commerce with two (2) free copies of such publication immediately upon printing.

Rights are being reserved to Recipient when an invoice is created. If Recipient cancels an order within ten days after the invoice is issued, Art + Commerce will refund 50% of the agreed fee. After ten days no refund shall be made and Recipient is responsible for full payment of the invoice.

Images used editorially should bear a credit line in the form "[name of photographer or creator of the Artwork] /Art + Commerce Anthology". Art + Commerce reserves the right to charge a treble fee for use without a credit. Recipient must register copyright in their name to afford protection to the image. Such copyright shall be immediately reassigned upon request, without charge.

All rights not specifically granted herein to Recipient are reserved for Art + Commerces use and disposition without any limitations whatsoever.

Recipient agrees that the above terms are made pursuant to Article 2 of the UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE and agrees to be bound by same. Objection to any terms must be made in writing within ten (10) days.

Limitation of liability

Under no circumstances will Art + Commerce or the owner of the image be liable for any direct, incidental, consequential, indirect or punitive damages as a result of the use of the Images. In any event, the limit of liability of the copyright owner of the image and Art + Commerce shall be the fee paid for the artwork to Art + Commerce.

You agree to indemnify and hold Art + Commerce, its officers, director, employees, and the copyright holder, harmless from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, costs and expenses, including reasonable attorney's fees, arising from the use of any image or any breach of this agreement.

Disputes or claims arising out of submission and/or use

Any and all disputes, with the exception of copyright claims, arising out of, under or in connection with this agreement, including, without limitation, the validity, interpretation, performance and breach hereof, shall be settled by arbitration in New York, New York, pursuant to the rules of the American Arbitration Association. Judgment upon the award rendered may be entered in the highest court of the forum, State or Federal, having jurisdiction. This agreement, its validity and effect, shall be interpreted under and governed by the laws of the State of New York. If you are an agent for or an employee of a non-U.S. Company but operates in a place of business in the United States or its territories, you expressly agree that any dispute regarding this contract shall be adjudicated within the United States in the manner described here.

If Recipient of this contract is an agent for or an employee of a non-US company but operates in a place of business in the United States or its territories, said Recipient expressly agrees that any disputes regarding this contract shall be adjudicated within the United States in the manner described here.

If Art + Commerce is caused to present claims or suit as a result of any breach of the above terms set forth, it shall be made whole for such reasonable legal fees or costs by Recipient or user herein.

If desired, you (the Client) may elect to have shoot expenses administered by Art + Commerce. If you make such election, the following terms shall apply:

The Client shall advance to Art + Commerce, in one or more lump sum payments, the funds necessary to cover all expenses specified in the Estimate, and Art + Commerce shall disburse such funds to pay each such expense as it falls due. Art + Commerce shall be authorized to pay all expenses in the approved Estimate without the Clients specific approval, but shall obtain such approval before paying any expense not specified in the agreed shoot Estimate. Art + Commerce shall not be required to pay any expense unless and until the Client provides the necessary funds, and shall have no personal responsibility or liability for any cost or expense, other than to disburse the funds provided by the Client, pursuant to the agreed shoot Estimate. The Client shall indemnify Art + Commerce against any costs (including reasonable attorneys fees) arising in connection with any claim asserted against Art + Commerce by any vendor or supplier as the result of the Clients failure to provide required funds. Art + Commerce shall provide the Client with receipts (or other acceptable written substantiation) for all disbursements made by Art + Commerce on the Clients behalf.

In consideration of its services, Art + Commerce shall charge processing fees to the Client at the following rates:

Amount of InvoiceProcessing Fee

Under $2,500 » None

$2500 - $9,999 » $100

$10,000 - $24,999 » $250

$25,000 - $49,000 » $500

$50,000 - $99,999 » $750

$100,000 or more » $1,000