Preferred applicants will have:
At least 1 year experience. Willing to train the right person.
Knowledge of traditional and contemporary art and design styles and trends with an interest in how they relate to artwork display and framing.
Education / experience in the field of Fine Arts, Interior Decorating or Interior Design.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work independently, accurately and carefully under moderate to tight deadlines.
Strong skills working with your hands.
Ability to creatively problem solve. Working with a variety of artwork, objects and materials to find effective and attractive display solutions.
Valid driver’s licence.
Willingness to apply previous experience and adapt to the methods, techniques and procedures of this particular business.
Partial List of Responsibilities:
Assisting clients with frame design, entering orders into FrameReady software.
Providing quotes in person, by email or telephone.
Ordering/sourcing material from various suppliers.
Assist in all aspects of picture framing and gallery sales.
Assist customers picking up orders, receive final payments.
Develop and learn design skills for custom picture framing including: measuring accurately, choosing tasteful and proper framing products for the piece being framed.
Develop knowledge of conservation framing, treatment and proper handling of artwork, photography, shadowboxing, and materials needed to design the orders.
Help keep work areas & showroom clean.
Occasionally assisting in art installation projects off-site in office & residential environments.