Description
Under the supervision and direction of the Manager, Collections and Exhibitions, the Assistant Preparator provides support for all aspects of exhibition production including: installation, preparation of artwork, fine art packing and unpacking, general construction, wall preparation, gallery maintenance (lighting and cleaning), equipment/supply inventories or other duties as assigned.
Hourly Payrate: $27-$30
Essential Responsibilities
Professional art handling of works of art (2D, 3D, multimedia) including both collection and loan objects.
Knowledge of safe and museum standard installation practices for both special temporary exhibitions, gallery rotations or longer-term collections installation.
Experience with fine art packing, unpacking and movement of artwork within museum standards and under direction.
Installation of exhibition graphics, labels or other materials.
Basic Qualifications
Experience with art handling, installation methodology within museum industry standards.
Deadline-driven, responds creatively to situations, problem-solving, and ability to carry out instructions precisely and collaboratively in a team environment.
Basic knowledge and familiarity with power / hand tools and hardware.
Physical Demands
Must be able to lift up to 40lbs. Must be able to stand, walk, carry, stoop, kneel, twist, squat bend and reach overhead. Comfortable with heights, climbing ladders and mechanical lifts.
Pay Range Disclosure
The University's pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class").
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