Museum Maintainer/Art Handler/Framer—Conservation
The Museum Maintainer/Framer will work with conservators to frame and unframe works of art, with a concentration on paper and photographs. The framer will also move and install works of art as needed.
Qualifications:
- Undergraduate study, training program, or equivalent in studio art, conservation, art history, museum studies, library and archives
- Experience in framing, including cutting mats, hinging, photo corners, and creating microclimate frame packages
- Must have the ability to plan ahead for loans, gallery installations, and exhibitions, along with providing work schedules and budgets
- The successful candidate must be a team player and participate in the overall goals of the Conservation department and the Museum
Responsibilities:
- The Museum Maintainer/Framer will work with conservators in various media to safely frame and unframe the collection for display
- Transport and handle artwork as needed
- Maintain and move collections-storage materials, and clean and maintain storage areas
- Maintain an inventory of supplies and frames
- Provide advice and be involved in proper installation
- Inventory and order supplies
- This position focuses on activities related to direct care of artwork as defined by the American Association of Museums
- Other duties as assigned
Start date: Immediately
Department: Conservation
Reports to: Senior Manager of Collections and Collections Initiatives
Position type: Full-time
Union status: Union
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm
If you have questions about our online application system, please get in touch with us at job.application.questions@brooklynmuseum.org.
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