Art Handler Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in art handling, fine art warehousing, and/or general shipping procedures.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and perform rigorous physical duties.
• Ability to update records and locations accurately and efficiently in the company database.
• Ability to work cooperatively and collegially within a team.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work outside standard business hours as requested.
• Diligence, organization, time-management skills, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• A BA in Art History, Art Business, Art Management, or a similar field is preferred.
• Forklift and OSHA experience is a plus.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and special projects.

Responsibilities

• Organize and execute the receipt and release of incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Ensure artworks are safely packed for storage or transit and re-pack them when necessary.
• Work with the in-house Photography team to document and process inventory.
• Implement organizational and space-saving efforts throughout warehouse locations.
• Maintain inventory and up-to-date database records, including labeling and scanning warehouse inventory.
• Assist the Registration team with timely, thorough condition checks and flag issues when necessary.
• Perform general maintenance throughout the facility.
• Complete ad hoc projects as needed.
• Follow required security and safety procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off and leave, as well as Summer Fridays.
• 401(k) with automatic employer contributions.
• Commuter benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Fitness benefits.
• Corporate memberships to a range of local museums.
• Invitations to exhibition previews, book signings, talks, and walkthroughs with gallery artists, estates, curators, and scholars, both at the gallery and off-site.