Art Preparator

Dolby Chadwick Gallery

www.dolbychadwickgallery.com

Dolby Chadwick Gallery in San Francisco seeks a highly motivated, experienced and detail-oriented Art Preparator to join our team.

This position is full-time.

Start Date: We are looking for someone to start immediately.

Availability: Full-time 4-5 days per week

The ideal candidate must possess the following:

At least two years of art handling experience in a gallery, museum or art handling company with excellent references
Working knowledge of safe and proper art handling, packing & installation methods suitable to a wide range of media
Computers skills (Mac platform)
Capable of excelling in a high-paced work environment
Basic carpentry skills including wall repair, painting and fitting pre-existing frames onto paintings
Professional demeanor
Must exhibit an ability to pay careful attention to detail
Positive, upbeat attitude
Physically able to lift and safely move artworks of varied dimensions and weight with assistance
Organizational skills

Responsibilities

Principal Responsibilities:

Installing and De-installing artworks for exhibitions
Safely handling artworks for client presentations
Packing artworks safely for storage, shipping or off-site deliveries
Moving artworks of various weights and dimensions throughout the gallery or to and from delivery trucks
Working with the Registrar to Perform condition reports for artworks coming in and going out
Helping to provide on-site supervision and care of all works of art
Coordinating domestic & international shipping and keeping organized records
Helping to maintain gallery schedule especially regarding shipments and deliveries

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications and Skills:

Outstanding organizational skills
Extreme attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal skills
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Knowledge of art handling, international and domestic shipping, and storage techniques
Ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Knowledge of and passion for fine art
Team player - “can do” spirit
Self-starter with ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and meet deadlines
Valid driver’s license
Compensation is commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

If you feel as though you are a good fit for this position please send us your resume and a cover letter with “Art Preparator via jobs.art” in the Subject Line.

Thank you!

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