Freelance Art Handler, Crozier

Iron Mountain • New York, NY

1d • $48,200 - $60,300

About The Position

Crozier Fine Arts is seeking experienced and self-motivated Freelance Art Handlers to join its Chelsea Art Handling Team. The role protects the safety and integrity of art collections through expert handling, packing, crating, and transportation, and serves as an onsite liaison between clients and company management. The work includes handling fine art, decorative arts, and furniture; coordinating project strategy and communication; preparing and loading trucks safely; completing inspection reports; and installing and uninstalling art. Approximately 5% of the work involves using a laptop, desktop computer, or telephone for project logistics. The role averages 16–24 hours per week, with flexible scheduling based on project needs, and requires regional travel for onsite work.

Requirements

• At least 6 months of art handling experience in a gallery, museum, or commercial fine art space.
• Strong knowledge of industry-standard techniques and materials for packing, crating, installing, and uninstalling artwork.
• Effective communication, self-motivation, attention to detail, and ability to work as a team player.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to regional locations for onsite work.
• Willingness and ability to lift, move, push, and pull objects weighing more than 75 pounds; bend, kneel, crouch, and stand.
• Ability to safely operate a 26-foot box truck at minimum.
• Clean or clear driving record and ability to pass all driving checks.
• Willingness to work flexible hours based on project needs.

Nice To Haves

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

Responsibilities

• Handle, move, wrap, pack, and crate fine art, decorative arts, and furniture using appropriate techniques and materials to preserve objects and prepare them for transit.
• Act as an onsite liaison among clients, driving teams, and company management; determine project strategy and ensure clear communication and follow-through.
• Plan, organize, and load trucks for safe transit, conduct inspection reports, and maintain discretion on all projects.
• Install and uninstall art for onsite projects.
• Load and unload trucks to ensure safe transit.
• Use a laptop, desktop computer, or telephone for project logistics as needed.

Benefits

• Global connectivity and opportunities to learn from teammates who share a passion for art.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.
• Weekly direct deposit.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed