Emma Lycett
Southend-on-Sea,,Essex
Summary
Creative, capable professional with extensive experience as a valuer and cataloguer for London based and regional auction houses, plus e-commerce marketplaces. Proven track record of meeting deadlines and exceeding sales targets.
A passion for preserving the old while embracing the new.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Full time carer
N/A
Southend-on-Sea, Essex
2023.08 - 2026.04
Patient, adaptable and resilient in challenging and changeable situations. Volunteered at care home, devising and implementing group activity sessions and events.
Embracing a return for flexible work opportunities and skill development.
E-Commerce Lister
Cancer Research UK
Harold Wood, Havering
2020.11 - 2023.06
Key member of the collectables team, sorting donations and identifying items of value. Specific responsibilities for appraising jewellery and vintage clothing. Consistently achieved top seller status surpassing weekly targets. Collaborated with colleagues to cultivate brand knowledge and identify marketplace trends.
General Valuer and Cataloguer
Stacey's Auctioneers and Valuers
Rayleigh, Essex
2012.05 - 2020.06
Responsible for cataloguing over 1,000 lots for monthly auctions. Regular participant in valuation days. Sourced, appraised and researched goods for sale, frequently exceeding pre-sale estimates. Co founded and successfully launched a specialist music and interior auction. Effectively organised and oversaw annual clearance sale.
Experienced with The Saleroom auction software including operating online bidding platforms.
Education
English Literature
Birkbeck, University of London
London 2002.09 - 2004.05
Skills
- Cataloguing and photographing antiques and works of art
- Sourcing and appraising items for consignment and sale, consulting clients during valuation days and home visits
- Researching and creating accurate, detailed auction listings for e-commerce platforms
- Visual merchandising of lots and saleroom preparation
- Packing and shipping of goods
- Advocate for sustainability and promoter of pre-loved items
- Thrives in creative environments
Timeline
Full time carer
N/A
2023.08 - 2026.04
E-Commerce Lister
Cancer Research UK
2020.11 - 2023.06
General Valuer and Cataloguer
Stacey's Auctioneers and Valuers
2012.05 - 2020.06
English Literature
Birkbeck, University of London
2002.09 - 2004.05