Art Preparator

Job Overview: The Art Preparator will support and assist all aspects of art and exhibition space preparation, installation, and de-installation. The Art Preparator demonstrates a solid foundation of skills that are emblematic of the industry, gained from employment at art museums, cultural institutions, commercial galleries, design/build firms, or through artist assistant positions. The Art Preparator reports to the Director, Art Operations and may take direction from the Registrar and Chief Curator.

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Studio Art, Furniture Design, Product Design, Architecture, Engineering, etc., or 5 years of equivalent experience at a professional/commercial level. Minimum 3 years of professional experience working as an art handler, fabricator, carpenter, or A/V tech at other museums, galleries, design/build firms, academic institutions, etc. required. Minimum 3 years of experience in museum best practices and standards in handling artworks (during transportation, unpacking, condition reporting, and hanging) and in installing and de-installing artwork (hanging, rigging, tethering systems, anchor types and installation methods, security hardware types and installation, etc.). Minimum 3 years of experience manipulating different types of materials (wood, composites, plastics, metal, cement), and of relevant tools and hardware. Minimum 3 years of experience working with different types of audio-visual equipment. Minimum 3 years of experience with gallery lighting (wiring/adapting fixtures, creating custom gels, knowledge of different styles of bulbs and their applications). Compensation $30.08 - $37.60 hourly

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