Current Opportunities

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Quicklink https://www.unfjobs.org/postings/23490

Typical Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Senior Curator, the Preparator executes and manages art installations and exhibition displays, and handles all artwork under the supervision of the Registrar. Develops installation calendars, and assists the Curators with exhibition design and associated renderings in preparing exhibitions. Maintains inventory of curatorial supplies, including AV, pedestals and general supplies. Supervises installation team of up to four seasonal art installers and student assistants. Responsible for scheduling and maintaining labor pool to consistently meet needs of department throughout the season. Under supervision of the Curator works with Registrar to develop and enforce departmental procedures relating to proper art handling methods.The Museum Preparator will also work with the Registrar to help install and preserve the collection, and maintains the art storage areas and workshops.

Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
• At least 4 years handling a wide range of art work
• Knowledge of fine art packing methods, materials, and related transit
• Experience in working with artists, gallery installations,
• Good painting and carpentry skills, having familiarity with a variety of hand tools, hardware, shop equipment, ladders, lifts, and safety protocols.
• Fine motor skills, keen eyesight, and an ability to stand for long
• Lift up to 75 lbs. to waist height and up to 30 lbs. in a range of motions overhead; work on loading docks and outdoors in a variety of environmental conditions; possess the ability to work at heights
• Positive and calm demeanor, detail oriented and thorough with excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office software required. Familiarity with SketchUp a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:
• In-depth knowledge of artists’ methods, materials, and techniques
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, excellent planning and organizational skills, time and project management experience.