erika.katayama
12-30-2014, 02:59 PM
The Hunter Museum of American Art seeks an Exhibitions Preparator. This position works closely with the Chief Preparator in the installation and deinstallation of all exhibitions throughout the Hunter campus and offsite. The Preparator supports the protection and display of works of art, facilitates the movement of art throughout the museum campus, and should have basic carpentry, painting, framing and mount-making skills. Knowledge of design software such as InDesign and Photoshop is a plus. This position is part of a six member Curatorial department and will work closely with both curators and registrars. The successful applicant will have two-three years of gallery or museum installation experience, knowledge of best practices in art handling and practical experience in painting, lighting technology, woodworking and mount fabrication. The applicant must be able to climb ladders, use lifts, scaffolds, forklifts and be comfortable in a variety of working conditions. Must be able to lift up to 80 lbs. The Hunter campus is large and a lot of walking is often required in this position.
This position is full time, salaried with benefits [health insurance, vacation days, retirement].
Education: HS Diploma accepted; BA preferred
To apply:
Please send a resume and three references to:
Nandini Makrandi
Chief Curator
Hunter Museum of American Art
10 Bluff View
Chattanooga, TN 37403
nmakrandi@huntermuseum.org
Job Requirements The successful applicant will have two-three years of gallery or museum installation experience, knowledge of best practices in art handling and practical experience in painting, lighting technology, woodworking and mount fabrication. The applicant must be able to climb ladders, use lifts, scaffolds, forklifts and be comfortable in a variety of working conditions. Must be able to lift up to 80 lbs. The Hunter campus is large and a lot of walking is often required in this position.
APPLY FOR THIS JOB
Contact Person:
Nandini Makrandi
Phone:
423-752-2052
Email Address:
nmakrandi@huntermuseum.org
Fax:
423-267-9844
This position is full time, salaried with benefits [health insurance, vacation days, retirement].
Education: HS Diploma accepted; BA preferred
To apply:
Please send a resume and three references to:
Nandini Makrandi
Chief Curator
Hunter Museum of American Art
10 Bluff View
Chattanooga, TN 37403
nmakrandi@huntermuseum.org
Job Requirements The successful applicant will have two-three years of gallery or museum installation experience, knowledge of best practices in art handling and practical experience in painting, lighting technology, woodworking and mount fabrication. The applicant must be able to climb ladders, use lifts, scaffolds, forklifts and be comfortable in a variety of working conditions. Must be able to lift up to 80 lbs. The Hunter campus is large and a lot of walking is often required in this position.
APPLY FOR THIS JOB
Contact Person:
Nandini Makrandi
Phone:
423-752-2052
Email Address:
nmakrandi@huntermuseum.org
Fax:
423-267-9844