Limited Term Core Project Preparator

Skirball Cultural Center • Los Angeles, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Skirball Cultural Center is seeking a limited-term Core Project Preparator, through June 2027, to assist with a major project to reorganize its collections storage spaces. This role will also support the creation of a major new ongoing exhibition on Jewish American culture. Reporting to the Head Preparator and working closely with the Collections Manager and Core Project Registrar, this individual will perform a range of skilled and semi-skilled duties involving the packing, storage, transport, and care of artifacts and works of art in the Skirball’s 30,000-object museum collection.

Requirements

• Strong working knowledge and skills of fabrication and production techniques and in the preparation, installation/deinstallation, and care/handling of valuable objects in a museum or gallery
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with people of diverse cultures, ages, and economic backgrounds
• Ability to work well in both a team environment and independently
• Ability to multi-task and complete projects in a timely manner
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

Responsibilities

• Use museum best-practice methods to handle, move, pack, and install artwork and objects
• Build crates and other transport materials for objects and artwork
• Work with storage company as assigned to move items to offsite storage
• Safely handle and maintain art, artifacts, and ephemera

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed