Art Handler / Production Assistant

Library Street Collective

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Library Street Collective and Louis Buhl & Co. are seeking a full-time Art Handler / Production Assistant to be an integral support role to the team. This is an opportunity for a highly-skilled, professional, and motivated individual to work with the gallery on exhibitions, operations, and special projects. The candidate will be responsible for the completion of installations, de-installations, as well as packing artworks and site preparation. In addition, this candidate will lead the safe handling and packing of all Louis Buhl & Co. artworks, such as print editions, sculpture editions, and original artworks. Library Street Collective and Louis Buhl & Co. offer a competitive salary and benefits including medical, dental and vision and PTO.

Responsibilities
  • Assist with packaging methods and budget

  • Receive, inspect and safely store all artwork using archival methods

  • Assist Registrar with exhibition installations and de-installations

  • Pack and prepare LSC’s artwork for shipping and transportation as needed

  • Prepare and maintain all exhibition spaces

  • Maintain artwork inventory for LB & LSC

  • Pack all Louis Buhl & Co. artworks (print editions, sculpture editions, original artwork)

  • Access to reliable transportation preferred

  • Other tasks as assigned

Requirements
  • 1-3 years experience working at a gallery, museum, or fine art shipping company (Required)

  • 1-3 years experience packing and handling art; expert knowledge of best practices and materials for respective artwork

  • The ability to work both independently and collaboratively

  • The ability to safely lift and carry large and heavy objects

  • Google Suite (Required)

  • Microsoft Office (Required)

  • Shipping Softwares and sites including: Shipstation, Fedex.com & DHL.com

  • Inventory management software including: Gallery Manager & ArtLogic

How to Apply

To apply, please email your resume, cover letter, and reference to info@lscgallery.com with the Subject Line: LSC Art Handler

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Posted on February 17