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T. Ashley McGrew
07-29-2012, 11:47 AM
http://www.woodruffcenter.org/employment/HRJobdetails.aspx?jobid=1432
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Assist with supervision of the preparation, installation, maintenance, dismantling, and packing of permanent collection works of art, special exhibitions, loans, and implementing the acquisitions process. · Assist with the packing and unpacking of artworks for special exhibitions and loans.· Assist with collections inventory and maintenance projects.· Attend and participate in weekly work schedule meetings.· Coordinate case schedule and planning for special exhibition requirements with Manager of Exhibitions and Exhibition Designer.· Complete local pick-ups and deliveries of works of art.· Develop cost-effective methods of working with vendors and contractors for purchase of related materials, supplies, and services.· Assist with construction of packing crates and cartons for safe shipment of works of art.· Design and construct special mounts for works of art.· Maintain art storage areas, assist with collections inventory, and report location changes to the Registrar’s office, Coordinator ofCollections and Exhibitions and appropriate Curatorial Department.· Collaborate with visiting artist and museum professionals on assigned projects and exhibition related activities.· Assist with exhibition lighting design and maintenance of gallery lighting.· Assist Chief Preparator, organize inventory, maintain, and purchase materials in all preparatory areas.· Conduct routine gallery checks and report changes in condition of installed artwork to Registrar’s office.· Maintain galleries and preparatory work areas.· Other duties as assigned.