Registrar / Art Handler

ESSEX STREET

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ESSEX STREET is looking for a full-time Registrar / Art Hander to start immediately.

ESSEX STREET is a mid-sized political and conceptual art gallery in the Lower East Side.

Responsibilities

Primary job responsibilities include:

  • Coordinate and facilitate the installation and de-installation of exhibitions.

  • Oversee and facilitate the care and maintenance of artworks, including packing, maintaining an inventory of tools and packing materials, conducting incoming and outgoing condition inspections, and managing on-site and off-site storage.

  • Coordinate local, domestic, and international shipments in accordance with customs and tax requirements, including the creation and retention of necessary documents.

  • Create, organize, file, and provide to various parties, certificates of insurance, certificates of authenticity, installation manuals/documents, release forms, and other documents.

  • Draft and oversee consignment and loan agreements.

  • Maintain proper database management, in accordance with these duties.

  • Liaison with artists, clients, galleries, and institutions to facilitate these duties.

  • Assist with general, daily gallery needs as necessary.

Requirements

Qualifications include:

  • B.A. or B.F.A., or equivalent experience in the field.

  • At least two-three years of professional art handling and registrial experience in a gallery setting is a must.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, ArtBase or similar digital art database, and Adobe Suite.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Strong interest in and knowledge of contemporary art.

  • Availability to work Wednesday through Sunday from 10AM-6PM, with flexibility.

How to Apply

Compensation based on experience.

To apply, please send resume, cover letter, and two professional references in PDF format to ESSEXSTREETJOB@gmail.com.

ESSEX STREET is committed to maintaining a diverse working environment and is an equal opportunity employer.

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Posted on February 18