Assistant Preparator/Preparator - Hunter Museum of American Art

The Assistant Preparator/Preparator [title commensurate with experience] works closely with the Head Preparator in the installation and deinstallation of exhibitions throughout the Hunter campus and offsite. The Assistant Preparator/Preparator supports the protection and display of works of art, facilitates the movement of art throughout the campus, and should have basic carpentry, painting, framing and mount-making skills. Knowledge of design software such as InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop is a plus. This position is part of a six-member Curatorial department and will work closely with both curators and the registrar and collections manager.

Key Responsibilities

1. With Head Preparator, the Assistant Preparator/Preparator will:
   1. Work on logistics planning to facilitate adherence to the exhibition and rotation schedules
   2. Install artwork within the Hunter Museum, in the Sculpture Garden, and occasionally offsite
   3. Pack and unpack art objects
   4. Transportation of art objects to/from the Museum and within the Hunter campus
   5. Construction of casework, props, etc. for exhibition needs
   6. Design and production of crates for art objects with input from Registrar.
   7. Painting as needed for exhibitions
   8. Assist with lighting needs in all spaces
   9. Matting and framing of artwork
   10. Care and maintenance of museum galleries
   11. Care and maintenance of preparation and storage areas
   12. Care and maintenance of the wood shop
   13. Photography of art objects and of gallery installations
   14. Care and maintenance of Museum sculptures in garden and offsite
   15. Occasional repair and restoration of frames
   16. Design, fabricate and maintain Interactive spaces
2. Additional Duties:
3. Coordinate with outside contractors when needed.
4. Evening or weekend manager as required.
5. Occasional installation of Audio/Visual equipment in the galleries.
6. Assist with major Museum fundraising events such as Spectrum.
7. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including assisting other departments.

Key Requirements

• High school diploma, BA preferred
• 3-5 years museum or gallery installation experience
• Practical experience in painting, lighting technology, woodworking and fabrication Some knowledge of technology-based artworks
• In depth knowledge of art handling and museum installation practices
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with a variety of staff and volunteers
• Driver's License (required to operate Museum vehicles)

Full-time (40 hours/week), salaried (Ranging from $45,000 - 48,000/year, commensurate on experience)

Interested internal candidates are asked to submit an application and resume online through the

career site listed below. All submissions must be received by October 15, 2024.

https://huntermuseum.applicantpro.com/jobs/