Brooklyn, NY
$30
(Hourly)
Part Time Permanent
Experienced (Non-Manager)
4-Year Degree
Non-Profit, Fine Arts, Museums/Hist. Societies, Art Handling/Logistics, Gallery
Hours and Compensation
This is a 3-day position (Tuesday through Thursday) with some evening and weekend availability required during exhibition installations and special events. Compensation is $30/hr.
Description
About Us
Amant is a contemporary art institution dedicated to fostering artistic experimentation and dialogue. We provide a platform for artists to create and present new work across various disciplines.
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Art Handler to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in art handling, installation, and facilities maintenance in a gallery or museum setting.
Key Responsibilities
Art Handling & Installation
- Safely handle and install artwork of various media and scales
- Assist with exhibition changeovers, including de-installation and installation
- Prepare gallery spaces for exhibitions (patching, painting walls, etc.)
- Collaborate with curators, artists, and art handlers on complex installations
- Package and crate artworks for transportation
- Maintain proper documentation of artwork condition
Collection Management / Special Projects
- Report to Head of Special Projects: assistance with inventory management and artwork storage
- Attend off-site meetings where art handling may be needed (with conservators, general contractors, maintenance, etc.)
- Fabricating unique solutions to packing problems on and off-site.
- Maintaining local off-site storage
- Perform condition reporting before and after exhibitions
- Support receiving and shipping of artworks
- Perform local collections, returns and installations.
Facilities Maintenance
- Monitor gallery climate conditions and lighting
- Perform basic facility maintenance and troubleshooting
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of gallery spaces and storage areas across Amant's campus
- Report facility issues that require specialized attention
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in art handling, preferably in a museum or gallery setting
- Demonstrated knowledge of proper art handling techniques for various media
- Proficiency with tools and equipment used in art installation
- Proficiency with AV equipment and programming.
- Experience with inventory management systems such as Artlogic.
- Experience with basic construction and woodworking.
- Understanding of conservation principles and museum standards
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- BFA/MFA or equivalent experience preferred
- Valid driver's license.
How to apply
To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and references to [email protected], using "Part-time Art Handler" as the subject line.
Amant is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.