Preparator

Art and Wellness Enterprises•Bentonville, AR

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Senior Preparator, this role provides manual labor support and assistance in packing and unpacking, loading and unloading, transportation, installation, deinstallation and related tasks for all artwork in featured and permanent exhibitions both inside the museum and on the museum grounds. This position assists with the maintenance of exhibition spaces, shop areas, and storage areas. The Preparator works on a focus team of peers, specializing in either exhibitions or the permanent collection.

Requirements

B.A. in an art related field
Knowledge of art-handling procedures for two- and three-dimensional art objects in a variety of materials, sizes and weights.
Strong technical skills in basic construction, fabrication and installation methods; proper use and care of power and manual tools, lifts, and other pertinent equipment.
Proficiency in the use of standard office equipment and software.
Skilled in handling all media of art and familiar with installation technique
Working knowledge of hand tools and math applications.
Minimum 2 years of museum or gallery experience
In regard to education and experience, an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience will satisfy the minimum requirements.
Valid Driver’s License
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Skilled and detail-oriented trouble-shooter and problem-solver.
Good verbal and written communication skills
Advanced knowledge of art preparation techniques and practices
Highly motivated and goal oriented
Strong collaboration skills
Ability to understand and maintain the highest levels of confidentiality

Responsibilities

Works with focus teammates to complete all aspects of special exhibition installations and permanent collection rotations throughout the Museum.
Assist in the coordination of outdoor sculpture installation and maintenance, in conjunction with the Senior Preparator and Trails & Grounds.
Handle all loading and unloading of art trucks in a timely and efficient manner.
Assist in the unpacking and packing of artwork and exhibition furniture.
Assist registrars with condition reporting all incoming and outgoing artwork, objects, and artifacts.
Under the direction of the Senior Preparator, design and fabricate safe housing for artwork, objects, and artifacts for storage and transportation purposes.
Ensure the safe movement and handling of art objects of all media.
Work with Exhibitions and Curatorial to implement and adjust gallery lighting.
Manage the matting and framing of artwork for the purposes of storage and/or exhibition.
Assist in maintaining an inventory of tools, supplies, and materials.
Assist in maintaining organized, clean, and functional working spaces, including the Prep Studio, art storage, loading dock, woodshop, and pedestal/crate storage.
Act as courier, as assigned, to accompany exhibitions and loans.
Complete all additional assigned tasks and requests for the general support of the Collections Management department and museum functions