PRODUCTION

• Alongside the Director of Operations, work closely with Registrars and Liaisons to coordinate production for artists and exhibitions

• Work closely with the Director of Operations, Registrars and the Head Preparator in the design and execution of unique fabrication projects including exhibition furniture, stretchers, panels, frames, crates, and architectural/ sculptural elements, coatings

• Work closely with the Director of Operations and the Head Preparator to develop and review technical drawings

• Provide 3-D renderings of exhibition layouts via Sketch Up

• Submit expense approval requests directly to the Managing Director and Director of Finance

• Work closely with the Director of Operations to oversee the production budget

• Work closely with the Finance Coordinator to track and allocate production costs

• Create and maintain archive of framing specifications on COIN and ArtBase

• Develop and maintain Production Work Order Request Form and process alongside the logistics team

• Maintain production schedule alongside the Logistics team

• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, contractors, and fabricators

• Conduct site visit to framers, fabrication shops, and material vendors

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of materials, techniques, and best practices

• Alongside the Director of Logistics coordinate local transport of artworks to and from framers, fabricators, and conservators

• Work closely with the Registrar on conservation projects related to production

• Participate in the weekly production meeting, logistics meeting, staff meeting and exhibitions meeting

• Oversee inventory of materials to support all production activities

• Alongside the Director of Operations and Head Preparator research and develop in-house fabrication program, paper conservation, and framing capabilities

• Coordinate with the Registrar(s) and Photographer(s) to make sure newly framed and fabricated works are documented and Condition Reported

• Coordinate with the Warehouse Manager to store and track exhibition furniture, general use pedestals and crates

• Organize vinyl lettering on the walls for exhibitions

ART HANDLING

• Assist with the movement and installation of artworks throughout our gallery, viewing, and storage spaces

• Assist with organization and tracking of inventory in our warehouses

• Assist with receiving and releasing artworks and loading/off-loading trucks

• Assist with local collections and deliveries

• Prepare and properly pack artworks for transport and storage

• Prepare spaces for client viewings and photography including painting, patching, and artwork installation

• Keep viewing spaces and warehouses clean, safe, and client-ready

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 3 years extensive experience working as a preparator and handling a variety of artworks at a contemporary art gallery, art handling company, or museum.

• Knowledge and application of art handling best practices

• General knowledge of framing, production, and conservation techniques

• Must be a positive and supportive team player, able to address new challenges

• Ability to take initiative, multitask, and work graciously in a fast-paced environment

• Detail-oriented and extremely well organized

• Strong communication skills

• Strong negotiation skills

• Proficient knowledge of fine art logistics including installation, packing, shipping, and storage

• Familiarity with Artbase, Microsoft Office, SketchUp, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite

BENEFITS

• Monthly premiums for PPO, HMO or PPO + HSA plan medical insurance options (100% employer sponsored, at no cost to employee)

• Monthly premiums for Vision insurance (100% employer sponsored, at no cost to employee)

• Voluntary Dental Insurance (offered to employees with pre-tax deduction from payroll)

• Monthly premiums for Life Insurance (100% employer sponsored, at no cost to employee)

• Paid vacation days (2 weeks annually, prorated during first year based on start date)

• Paid sick time (6 days frontloaded annually, prorated during first year of employment based on start date)

• Paid holidays (major holidays including two weeks at end of year)

• Paid gallery closures (days vary per year based on exhibition schedules)

• Paid family leave

• Participation in a 401k retirement plan

• Staff discounts on gallery publications, merchandise, and select artworks

• Weekly Onsite Yoga on Thursdays