Art Handler
Core
Responsible for all aspects of museum exhibition preparation, installation, transportation, and the safe handling of artworks in the 21c collection, including incoming and outgoing loans.
Role type
hands-on IC art handler and exhibition installer
Builds
museum exhibitions and safe transport of collection objects
Domain
museum operations + art logistics
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
art handling, installation and de-installation, packing and unpacking, condition assessment, carpentry and construction, heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs), driving heavy-duty trucks, interpreting working drawings, using museum tools and hardware
Preferred skills
driving a 26' truck, forklift operation, experience with digital media works, experience with condition reports
Technologies
lumber, fabrics, plastics, mechanical fasteners, adhesives, lighting systems
Responsibilities
Install, move, store, and prepare works of art in galleries and storage; construct and retrofit crates; pack and unpack artworks; stage works for exhibition; assess and test artworks prior to exhibitions; update and maintain crate labels, object transfer forms, and bills of lading; move crated works on and off trucks; maintain museum tools and equipment
Seniority
Junior to Mid-level, hands-on IC
