Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Preparation, matting and framing, basic collections care, and basic cleaning of objects in the Museum collection
Design and fabricate archival mounts, boxes, trays, etc. for the long-term storage of artworks in the collection
With registrar for collections, manage correct housing of collection objects and packing/crating for shipment
Maintain accurate storage location of artwork, reporting daily to the registrar for collections on the movement of each artwork to be entered into the database
Perform all duties related to exhibition preparation including, but not limited to, framing, preparing, hanging, moving of heavy sculpture, installation, de-installation, packing, shipping, and receiving artwork
Consult as needed on exhibition design elements; work with artists and Museum team on site-specific installations
Move object cases and other exhibit furniture, install art in all media – mount vinyl text, object labels, photographs and other didactic exhibition material; design and fabricate museum mounts for small objects
Coordinate necessary part-time staff and materials for gallery preparation, supervising, training, scheduling, and hiring part-time art handling staff
Order supplies and materials for the framing and packing shop and budget costs for exhibitions and permanent collection supplies and operational expenditures
Assist with budget preparation and tracking of installation/deinstallation-related expenses
Maintain inventory of exhibition furniture, crates, and frames and arrange transportation of frames, furniture, and crates from offsite storage to Museum
Occasional travel with objects required for exhibitions and installations
Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in education and experience
3-5 years of experience with the care and handling of fine art objects in a museum setting
Knowledge of museum standards and best practices for the care and handling of objects and materials used for housing and installation
Manual dexterity and care in the handling of art objects and ability to carefully follow established procedures
Experience cutting mats, hinging, and framing works on paper; framing canvases; basic carpentry skills and tools
Knowledge of standard tools, practices, and methods in painting, rough and finish carpentry, and cabinet work as well as use of materials such as various kinds of lumber, fabrics, plastics, mechanical fasteners, and adhesives
Experience in safe operation and maintenance of hand and power tools, hydraulic lifts, and specialized equipment
Ability to interpret and produce work from architectural/design plans and fabrication shop drawings
Excellent organizational skills; ability to see projects through to completion; ability to apply creative methods to solve installation problems with an attention to detail
Valid driver’s license required and must meet the College’s Fleet Safety Policy requirements
Proven ability to work independently and as a member of a team, exercise discretion, and work collaboratively as a member of a diverse community
Job Information
Location:
Waterville, Maine, 04901, United States
Job ID:
51400812
Posted:
October 25, 2019
Position Title:
Senior Preparator
Company Name:
Colby College Museum of Art
Job Function:
Facility/Operations
Entry Level:
No
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Duration:
Indefinite
Min Education:
BA/BS/Undergraduate
Min Experience:
3-5 Years
Required Travel:
0-10%