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Association of Academic Museums & Galleries.

MI

... art education curator, marketing and community relations manager, curator of collections and exhibitions, and part-time student staff, ensuring operations within the AAM Code of Ethics and ...

MCA

Preparator Assistant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$19.94 - $24.08/hr

Perform art handling and production tasks for exhibitions and collections as assigned. * Aid with ... Opportunities to attend curator-led staff tours. * Free or discounted admission to many other ...

University of Kentucky

Museum Assistant

Lexington, KY · On-site

$12/hr

Art Museum Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $12.00/hour Type of Position Student Position ... Part-Time Required Education Enrolled as a UK Student Required Related Experience NA Required ...

University of Kentucky

Museum Assistant

Lexington, KY · On-site

$12/hr

Art Museum Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $12.00/hour Type of Position Student Position ... Part-Time Required Education Enrolled as a UK Student Required Related Experience NA Required ...

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Part-time art curators often navigate time constraints when planning and installing exhibitions, as they may have limited hours on site. Coordinating with artists, lenders, and other museum staff within a reduced schedule can require strong organizational and communication skills. Additionally, balancing multiple projects simultaneously and staying updated with current art trends are essential to curate engaging exhibits. Despite these challenges, many part-time curators find the role rewarding due to its creative and collaborative nature.

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A part time art curator is responsible for managing and organizing art collections, exhibitions, and related events on a part-time basis. Their duties typically include selecting and acquiring artworks, researching artists and their works, overseeing the installation of exhibitions, and developing educational materials or programs. Part time curators may also assist with fundraising, public outreach, and maintaining records of the collection. Their role requires strong knowledge of art history, organizational skills, and a passion for the arts.

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To thrive as a Part Time Art Curator, you need expertise in art history, collection management, and exhibition planning, often supported by a relevant degree or museum studies certification. Familiarity with collection databases, condition reporting software, and digital archiving tools is typically required. Strong communication, organizational skills, and a keen eye for detail help curators collaborate with artists, lenders, and the public. These skills ensure engaging exhibitions, proper care of artworks, and successful cultural programming within limited working hours.
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PREPARATOR PART-TIME

PREPARATOR PART-TIME

City Colleges of Chicago

Chicago, IL • On-site

Part-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

PREPARATOR PART-TIME
HAROLD WASHINGTON COLLEGE
CITY COLLEGES OF CHICAGO
City Colleges of Chicago'svision is to be recognized as the city's most accessible higher education engine of socioeconomic mobility and racial equity - empowering all Chicagoans to take part in building a stronger and more just city.The community college system's more than 3,500 faculty and staff servemore than 70,000 students annually at seven colleges and five satellite sites.
Reporting to the Dean of Instruction, the Preparator (PT) is responsible for assisting faculty/curators in the archiving, handling, storage, and display of all art pieces in HWC's permanent collection including sculptures, paintings, and art photography. The Preparator (PT) also works collaboratively with curators and staff in the planning, design, and installation of works of art for permanent and temporary exhibitions at HWC, including the President's Gallery and other spaces on campus; and ensures the permanent art collection is stored under safe and proper conditions. Performs related duties as required.
Harold Washington College is proud to be a member of the Caring Campus network. Caring Campus is a model of professional development that works to implement strong and consistent behavioral commitments for all employees in regard to how they interact with students. As a result of this work, employees become engaged with students on a level that has not occurred before. The core benefit of this work is making a connection with students, many of whom have not had an adult who has cared about them in an educational system.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
  • Works closely with faculty/curators to plan, design, and organize new exhibitions on campus using art pieces from permanent collection or on loan from various artists and organizations.
  • Plans and coordinates the installation of art pieces from HWC's permanent collection around campus, in both organized exhibition spaces and as individual works outside exhibition spaces.
  • Prepares labels and educational wall text providing information on individual art pieces in exhibition.
  • Prepares art works from HJWC's permanent collection for temporary and travelling exhibitions, performing activities such as packing, unpacking, framing, unframing, and mounting of works.
  • Guides and directs facilities/maintenance staff in the mounting and hanging of art works on walls, the placement of display materials, arrangement of lighting, and the installation of signage.
  • Schedules and coordinates preparations of physical space for exhibitions; monitors work of college's facilities department preparing wall space for installations, constructing pedestal and display structures, light installation, painting, and related prepping of physical space.
  • Works with faculty/curator to ensure the safe and proper packing and storing of HWC's permanent collection in storage. Monitors storage conditions to prevent damage to art pieces.
  • Prepares various printed materials and programs describing exhibitions and art collections. Works with Marketing Department to finalize publications and schedule printing.
  • Catalogues individual pieces of art in HWC's permanent collection to create art archive. Maintains and updates database by creating records describing each piece of art including artist and date acquired or donated to HWC.
  • Adds new acquisitions to the collection; tracks locations and condition of works; and deaccessions when necessary.
  • Provides high quality photographic and digital documentation of permanent collection objects.
  • Maintains art exhibitions web page on the HWC website. Works with Marketing Department to publicize exhibitions using various social media platforms.
  • Maintains inventory of supplies and materials (plinths, framing supplies, and all other artwork presentation materials).
  • Work with vendors to acquire supplies for exhibitions and other materials relating to the maintenance of permanent collection.
  • Assists faculty/curator with the loaning out of individual permanent collection works.
  • Assists in managing gallery/exhibition opening and closing events. Assigns gallery sitters as needed.
  • Responds to non-curatorial inquiries involving exhibitions and the permanent collection.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports To Dean of Instruction
Direct Supervision None
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Fine Arts or related field
  • One year of experience in a preparator position including matting and framing art works
  • Work experience in a museum, art gallery or comparable environment desirable
  • Equivalent combination of training and experience may be taken into consideration
  • Must be able to safely lift and carry up to 25 pounds unassisted and 50 pounds assisted
  • Familiarity with best practices in the handling of art works including packing/unpacking, crating/uncrating, and moving art within building for maximum safety
  • Attention to detail and good organizational skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • A collegial spirit and cooperative approach that facilitates working closely with others
  • Ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
  • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • This is a part-time position that will be scheduled for no more than 29 hours per week

Salary Range: Salary: Per 1600 contract, $21.31 per hour for Bachelor's degree, $24.59 per Master's degree
Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as other factors such as internal equity.
Benefits information is found at Health and Benefits - City Colleges of Chicago
WE OFFER: Excellent health and welfare benefit package and long-term savings and investment programs including 403(b) & 457(b) Investment Plans and a pension plan with the State University Retirement System (SURS) Plan. Generous vacation, holiday, personal and sick days, and tuition reimbursement. For a more detailed overview of benefits, please visit the benefits page of our website.
Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago!
Approved by Compensation Design & Strategy Date: September 1, 2022
The intent of this job description is to provide a general description of the duties and responsibilities of this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive set of the duties and responsibilities, nor all of the necessary qualifications to perform the work.
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