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Hamilton College

Wellin Museum Art Installer

Clinton, NY · On-site

$25/hr

... gallery maintenance, workshop and storage maintenance, fabrication/carpentry, and other work as assigned. Works as part of a team of art preparators to forward the Museum's programs. This is an as ...

Colby College

Gallery Educator

Waterville, ME · On-site

Museum Linde Family Foundation School and Teacher Programs - JM Pay Rate Type: Hourly Employee Type ... As the individual welcoming our youngest visitors to the Colby College Museum of Art, the Gallery ...

Colby College

Gallery Educator

Waterville, ME · On-site

Museum Linde Family Foundation School and Teacher Programs - JM Pay Rate Type: Hourly Employee Type ... As the individual welcoming our youngest visitors to the Colby College Museum of Art, the Gallery ...

Colby

Gallery Educator

Waterville, ME · On-site

Museum Linde Family Foundation School and Teacher Programs - JM Pay Rate Type: Hourly Employee Type ... As the individual welcoming our youngest visitors to the Colby College Museum of Art, the Gallery ...

Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

The majority of work will be performed in an office, workshop or museum gallery environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Work requires periodic transport of ...

Miami Childrens Museum

Preschool Floater

Miami, FL · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

Help facilitate educational play and experiences in the museum gallery spaces. * Assist during family-style dining, including meal prep, distribution, and encouraging positive social behavior at ...

CMA

Art Gallery Attendant (Part-Time)

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$17.25/hr

The Cleveland Museum of Art's Protection Services department has part-time opportunities for customer service oriented Art Gallery Attendants. The Gallery Attendant provides assistance and simple ...

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Museum gallery jobs refer to various positions within a museum's exhibition or display spaces. These roles can include gallery attendants, curators, exhibition designers, educators, and conservators, among others. Employees in these positions are responsible for tasks such as overseeing exhibits, assisting visitors, maintaining artwork, and organizing educational programs. Working in a museum gallery requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a passion for art, history, or culture. Each role plays a vital part in creating an engaging and informative experience for museum visitors.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in a museum gallery setting?

Professionals in museum galleries often encounter challenges such as balancing the preservation of delicate artifacts with the need to create engaging, interactive experiences for visitors. Coordinating with curators, educators, and security teams to ensure exhibits are accessible yet protected can be complex, especially during special events or high-traffic periods. Additionally, adapting to evolving technology and visitor expectations requires continuous learning and flexibility. Teamwork and clear communication are essential for addressing these challenges and ensuring a positive experience for both staff and guests.

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To thrive as a Museum Gallery Assistant, you need a background in art history or museum studies, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail. Familiarity with collections management software, digital cataloging systems, and basic conservation tools is often required. Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving abilities help you engage with visitors and support educational programs. These skills ensure smooth gallery operations, positive visitor experiences, and the preservation of valuable collections.

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Wellin Museum Art Installer

Clinton, NY • On-site

Hamilton College
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 201 - 500 employees
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$25/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Job Description:
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Building Manager and Preparator (BMP), the Art Preparator will assist, as needed, with the installation of art exhibitions and perform duties related to the museum's collection, including but not limited to wall building, painting, fine art handling, framing, hanging/installing art, mounting didactic material, receiving and outgoing artwork, executing proper storage and fine art packing/unpacking, exhibition and gallery maintenance, workshop and storage maintenance, fabrication/carpentry, and other work as assigned. Works as part of a team of art preparators to forward the Museum's programs. This is an as-needed, non-benefited, part-time position limited to working no more than 909 hours per year.
Responsibilities
50% Exhibition
Works under the direction of the Building Manager and Preparator (BMP) in all aspects of exhibition installation and de-installation, including but not limited to gallery preparation, construction, painting, mounting, rigging, and securing and handling artwork, lighting, labeling and signage, vinyl installation, and A/V technologies. Assists with fabricating exhibition displays, furniture, props, and mounts, matting, and framing works for exhibition. Preparing and packing/unpacking objects for travel, and assisting with incoming and outgoing shipments for exhibitions and collection, and building crates. Handles artwork with a high level of care that meets museum standards.
40% Collection
Under the direction of the BMP, Collections Curator, and Registrar, helps to clean art casework, art, and art display surfaces, and fabricate labels, as needed. Assist with moving objects and/or materials, as needed. Record object moves in collections management software TMS (The Museum System). Fabrication of collection displays and custom museum mounts, matting, and framing works from the collection as needed. Assists the Collections Curator and Registrar with object inventories. Handles artwork with a high level of care that meets museum standards.
10% General
Maintenance and housekeeping of galleries, exhibitions, and back-of-house spaces. Ensures workspaces are maintained in accordance with OSHA and Hamilton College safety, organization, and cleanliness standards. Assists BMP with special projects as needed, such as building custom museum furniture or front-of-house maintenance, remodeling, or refurbishment. Performs other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience
  • 3-5 years of art handling and installation experience in a museum, gallery, professional art studio, or equivalent.
  • Possession of a valid New York State driver's license.
  • Construction, workshop, or fabrication shop experience required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
  • Understands and adheres to the high level of precision and care required to meet museum standards for packing, crating, handling, and installing artworks in all mediums, and has a working knowledge of the use of archival materials and acid-free housings and packing.
  • Responsible for adhering to safety rules.
  • Proficient knowledge of museum best practices.
  • Basic competency with Google Office Suite and demonstrated ability to learn collections management software, TMS (The Museum System).
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Skill in working as part of a small team, collaborating with colleagues, and assisting visiting artists with professionalism and a positive attitude.
  • Ability to work under pressure in an environment with shifting priorities and rapid change.
  • Desire to learn and grow a professional skill set on the job.
  • Ability to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, and squat for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to work at elevated heights on ladders, scaffolding, and lifts.
  • Ability to physically move and hold large and/or very heavy objects with great care (safely lift 50 lbs.).
  • Skill with power and hand tools, and equipment used in moving and rigging heavy objects.

Compensation Range:
$25.00 per hour
EEO Policy:
Hamilton College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes a wide array of experiences, backgrounds and viewpoints as integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to those goals are encouraged to apply and identify their strengths in these areas.
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