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The Exhibition Technician reports to the Exhibition Designer & Head Preparator and works closely with other staff towards the successful development, installation, and maintenance of Henry-supported exhibitions. The person in this role may liaise with artists and their representatives, as well as certain contractors. This person will regularly handle artwork, and should have a working knowledge of best practices as they relate to the handling and storage of a variety of art objects.
STATUS: Regular full-time, FLSA non-exempt, benefits eligible

PAY: $25 per hour

SCHEDULE: 36 hours per week, Tuesday – Friday

REPORTS TO: Exhibition Designer & Head Preparator

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in the research, preparation, installation, and de-installation of objects for exhibitions, including matting and framing, construction of mounts and audio visual technologies
• Assist in construction of housing for art objects
• Assist in the processes of proper art handling methods, and art storage practices
• Assists in exhibition maintenance, including scheduled cleanings of art objects, display components and furniture, and replacing lighting as required
• Performs additional duties as assigned

This position frequently lifts or otherwise handles large and sometimes heavy objects, operates construction tools, and may operate heavy machinery.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required
• Demonstrated experience (typically a minimum of 2 years) handling art, preferably in a museum setting
• Ability to read and follow diagrams and schematics
• Must be able to work collaboratively within a team; work independently when given a task
• Must be flexible, detail-oriented, with excellent communication skills
• Experience with handling, installing, and mounting a variety of 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional art objects

Desired
• Experience in the safe operation and maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools, hydraulic lifts, fork and scissor lifts
• Experience with or willingness to learn installation of A/V or new media artworks
• Knowledge of installation materials and techniques and fine art packing
• Experience in the safe operation and maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools, hydraulic lifts, and fork and scissor lifts
• Basic woodworking skills

Diverse backgrounds make us stronger. We highly encourage Black, Indigenous, People of Color, LGBTQ+, and individuals of all abilities to apply.

APPLY: Please submit a resume and cover letter to opportunities@henryart.org. Your materials combined into one PDF is preferred. Applications received by May 31, 2024 will be considered first. No phone calls please.

Please see website for full details.

https://henryart.org/about/opportunities

Opportunity Website

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