Ruaridh McIntyre
Head of Fine Art Painting - Lead Fine Art Sales and Publishing Consultant at RCJ FINE ART at RCJ FINE ART PUBLISHING, Toronto Canada- Claim this Profile
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Ben Clancy
Ruaridhs contribution as the manager of the Sphere Gallery London was exemplary: - From the start up of the gallery, the choosing, contracting and subsequent management of 45 independent artists - The daily management of the gallery - Recruitment and coaching and managment of gallery staff - He achieved a personal sales achievement higher than target, particularly on the higher level pieces in the gllery - Marketing and promotional activities
Shakti Ellenwood
I worked for Ruaridh during my time at Aurum, as a sales assistant. He had created a cutting edge, highly successful jewellery store which was a pleasure to work in. He was an extraordinary boss who combined professionalism with warmth. He is an extremely creative individual, with an eye for detail, who makes everybody, who enters his orbit, feel special and welcome. I cannot recommend him highly enough and would not hesitate to work for him again.
Ben Clancy
Ruaridhs contribution as the manager of the Sphere Gallery London was exemplary: - From the start up of the gallery, the choosing, contracting and subsequent management of 45 independent artists - The daily management of the gallery - Recruitment and coaching and managment of gallery staff - He achieved a personal sales achievement higher than target, particularly on the higher level pieces in the gllery - Marketing and promotional activities
Shakti Ellenwood
I worked for Ruaridh during my time at Aurum, as a sales assistant. He had created a cutting edge, highly successful jewellery store which was a pleasure to work in. He was an extraordinary boss who combined professionalism with warmth. He is an extremely creative individual, with an eye for detail, who makes everybody, who enters his orbit, feel special and welcome. I cannot recommend him highly enough and would not hesitate to work for him again.
Ben Clancy
Ruaridhs contribution as the manager of the Sphere Gallery London was exemplary: - From the start up of the gallery, the choosing, contracting and subsequent management of 45 independent artists - The daily management of the gallery - Recruitment and coaching and managment of gallery staff - He achieved a personal sales achievement higher than target, particularly on the higher level pieces in the gllery - Marketing and promotional activities
Shakti Ellenwood
I worked for Ruaridh during my time at Aurum, as a sales assistant. He had created a cutting edge, highly successful jewellery store which was a pleasure to work in. He was an extraordinary boss who combined professionalism with warmth. He is an extremely creative individual, with an eye for detail, who makes everybody, who enters his orbit, feel special and welcome. I cannot recommend him highly enough and would not hesitate to work for him again.
Ben Clancy
Ruaridhs contribution as the manager of the Sphere Gallery London was exemplary: - From the start up of the gallery, the choosing, contracting and subsequent management of 45 independent artists - The daily management of the gallery - Recruitment and coaching and managment of gallery staff - He achieved a personal sales achievement higher than target, particularly on the higher level pieces in the gllery - Marketing and promotional activities
Shakti Ellenwood
I worked for Ruaridh during my time at Aurum, as a sales assistant. He had created a cutting edge, highly successful jewellery store which was a pleasure to work in. He was an extraordinary boss who combined professionalism with warmth. He is an extremely creative individual, with an eye for detail, who makes everybody, who enters his orbit, feel special and welcome. I cannot recommend him highly enough and would not hesitate to work for him again.
Credentials
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AOCAD
OCAD UniversitySep, 1993- Oct, 2024
Experience
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RCJ FINE ART PUBLISHING, Toronto Canada
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Canada
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Book and Periodical Publishing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head of Fine Art Painting - Lead Fine Art Sales and Publishing Consultant at RCJ FINE ART
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Mar 2017 - Present
-Procurement & Acquisition of international Fine Artists for representation -Effectively communicate and manage the team to achieve annual and long-term business goals, initiatives and expectations -Creating and managing the annual advertising budget for the Fine Art, Printing and Publishing division -Meet and exceed publishing, marketing and other revenue inspired products. -Meet and exceed sales goals -Oversee Content Marketing strategy and proposals to increase publishing revenue -Monitor and review monthly/annual sales team performance to ensure the team is achieving objectives -Direct all print, digital, e-media, and event advertising, sponsorship, and underwriting sales functions. -Create and execute on plan to grow total and digital market share based on potential, including the budgeting and forecasting functions. -Train, coach, motivate, recruit and develop energetic, creative and committed sales staff through embracing world-class sales competencies. -Work effectively and communicate well with the General Manager of Fine Art, Writing and Design, e-Media, Operating Committee, and other key departments to develop and implement new or expanded products to achieve the audience and revenue targets articulated by the planning process. -Maintain close connection with markets served in order to understand the fundamental market drivers and identify both opportunities and areas of risk. -Embrace change and forms of publishing to include but not limited to print, online, video, social media, and content marketing. -Attend industry functions, trade fairs and events to promote the Fine Art, Printing and Publishing division. -Travel internationally: NY, London, Vancouver, Shanghai as required to meet and strategize with clients to gain market share for RCJ Fine Art Publishing. Show less
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Saks Fifth Avenue
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Fine Jewellery Consultant, Direct Consultant for John Hardy, New York
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Apr 2016 - May 2017
- Direct consultant for John Hardy at Saks 5th Avenue. Toronto, Queen Street - Management of 'Home' and 'International' clients. - Foster and develop together with our 'Fine Jewellery and Fashion Jewellery Team' business and client goals together and putting into action - Build and develop strong internal relationships within our department and other cross-purpose Saks departments to increase turn over. - Develop long term personal client relationships in Fine Jewellery, advising on collections and negotiating high end sales. Show less
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Fine Art Sales and Publishing Consultant (Lead)
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Jul 2015 - Apr 2016
-Consult with a variety of stakeholders. Artists, prospects, long-term clients, and the community…. customizing Artworks to find the perfect solutions for any client.- Working with other consultants, reporting to the Art Director and assist in the visual implementation direction of publishing projects-Maintain CRM and executing consistent, tailored, follow-up to give clients every opportunity to secure the Artwork they love. Every-time.-Managing a variety of tasks allocated by the Director on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. For example, maintaining the client relationships, organising printing, shipping artworks, processing artwork sales, follow up and event operations.-Management of commissions from clients, $2000 - $35,000 +-Management of signed Originals, Limited Edition Prints and Silk Screen portfolios-Individually tailored consultations for clients through existing body of work or work from commission from a network of managed artists existing portfolio's.-Consulting on permanent collections, Corporate , Home, Real Estate staging, Film rentals and commissions. Show less
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Fine Art Retail Business Consultant
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Apr 2014 - Jul 2015
LXR & Co: Hudson Bay, Toronto Canada www.lxrco.com July 2014• One month consultancy to shape and establish the Toronto team• Integrate LXR&Co’s systems and processes with ‘The Hudson Bay Company' way of business. • Hire and coach initial team of Sales Representatives. • Develop detailed marketing program leading forward. THOMPSON LANDRY GALLERY: www.thompsonlandrygallery.com , Distillery District, Toronto Canada. APRIL- JULY 2015• 3 month Gallery Consultancy working with Thompson Landry’s two Galleries ‘The Stone Space’ and ‘The Cooperage’, commissioned to integrate both spaces for better management, communication and increase sales, reporting to the Director. • Working directly with the Director J. Thompson and a team of 3 Art consultants in order to increase customer and VIP development, ensure and develop data retrieval. Increase sales and make for a more cohesive communication. Show less
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Swarovski
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Switzerland
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Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry
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700 & Above Employee
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Flag Ship Manager
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Mar 2012 - Apr 2014
• The management of a Team of 12 part time and 4 full time key holders. • Lead, coach, manage and motivate through daily personal development and team awareness. • Drive brand loyalty by leading an outstanding internal and external customer experience through successfully sent company directives. • Create a ‘Collaborative Selling Culture’ in Store by ensuring all BA’s are up to date with Swarovski’s training programs. • Deal with staffing issues: Interviewing potential staff, conducting appraisals and performance reviews, as well as providing and coaching training and development modules. • Co-ordinating and helping to organise special promotional events through directives. Show less
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Gallery Director / Co-Founder
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Jun 2009 - Oct 2011
• Selection and management of 45 artists in all aspects: business agent, exhibitions agent, commission advice and guidance. Inclusive of the curation of 17 Sphere individual and group exhibitions. • Management of three members of staff and 4 interns • Private consultations with clients, in the Gallery and at their homes • Co-ordination of opening events, including all Public Relations and follow up • Selection and management of 45 artists in all aspects: business agent, exhibitions agent, commission advice and guidance. Inclusive of the curation of 17 Sphere individual and group exhibitions. • Management of three members of staff and 4 interns • Private consultations with clients, in the Gallery and at their homes • Co-ordination of opening events, including all Public Relations and follow up
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Halcyon Gallery
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Fine Art
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1 - 100 Employee
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Fine Art Consultant, Harrods and New Bond Street, UK
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Oct 2005 - Nov 2009
Halcyon Galleries and Castle Galleries in Harrods, London www.halcyongallery.com/galleries/harrods • Excellent record of sales, 'individual sales' of £45,000 • Managing 'Personal' international client database of over 250 clients • Personally developed a working relationship with Harrods 'Interior Design Department', 'Wedding Planning Department' and 'Personal Shopping'. • Sales included Rare Graphics, Rembrandt Etchings, contemporary limited edition Andy Warhol silk screens and original international contemporary art. Show less
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Gallery Manager / Set-up Consultant
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Jun 2005 - Oct 2005
• 5 month consultation co-ordinating the opening of the premises inclusive of being retail manager for initial set up. • Sourcing and processing of 20 contemporary jewellers, including William Cheshire, Tatty Devine, Lara Bohnic and Shaun Leane for exhibition and sale. • Initialising marketing strategy in conjunction with JR team. • Implementing appropriate systems: Customer services, client list, and data base • 5 month consultation co-ordinating the opening of the premises inclusive of being retail manager for initial set up. • Sourcing and processing of 20 contemporary jewellers, including William Cheshire, Tatty Devine, Lara Bohnic and Shaun Leane for exhibition and sale. • Initialising marketing strategy in conjunction with JR team. • Implementing appropriate systems: Customer services, client list, and data base
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Gallery Director
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Apr 1999 - May 2005
https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/1999/nov/05/fashion3 •Curetted 14 exhibitions for established jewellers including seven Shaun Leane’s catwalk creations for Alexander McQueen. As well as Bella Freud, Naomi Filmer 4 Hussein Chalayan, and Galliano. •Co -Managed the retail business, representing, selecting and selling the works of over 55 jewellers. •Oversaw the financial affairs of the company (back office accounts, ordering, costs evaluation, etc) •Development of company Databases for stock control and customer & press mailing lists. •Designed & manufactured ranges of Jewellery for: ‘Wall' & 'Escandar’,ompanies who sold to Barney’s, Bergdorf Goodman and Sak’s of 5th Ave. •Designed Jewellery in response to private commissions, Engagement, London Fashion Week and Premier Classe, Paris. Show less
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Gallery Manager, Goldsmith, Co-Founder
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Apr 1996 - Apr 1999
• Co-development towards company website. managing a Database of over 150 Contemporary Jewellers in its early conception • Co-developed the marketing strategy for ec one, this included establishing links with British Press. • Co-managed aspects of the business including: sales, customer and jeweller relations and press • Initiated all public relation activities including open evening events tailored to the taste of our established and potential customer base. • Co-designed private commissions Show less
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Education
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1993 - 1996
University of the Arts London
CENTRAL SAINT MARTINS: Bachelor (BA HONS) Degree, Fine Jewellery Design, Goldsmithing, History of Art & Design, Fine Art Business Studies -
1990 - 1993
CRABB & FORWARD FLUTE MAKERS
Apprenticeship: Hatton Garden, London, Goldsmithing -
1988 - 1991
Ontario College of Art and Design
AOCA in Jewellery Design, Bronze & Aluminum Casting and History of Design, Fine Jewellery -
1979 - 1984
Crescent School
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