Art Handler for contemporary art gallery

Contemporary art gallery seeking an experienced Art Handler for physically active position.

Responsibilities include:

 Shipping and receiving of paintings and sculpture, crate building

 Installation and dismantling of gallery exhibitions

 Safe packing, storage and organization of artwork when not on display

 Accompanying art consultants to client homes for presentations and installations

 Maintenance and physical upkeep of gallery

 Hours: 2 to 3 days per week: 11am-6pm. (May substitute Saturday for a weekday)

 Will provide additional training to the right candidate

Qualifications:

 Minimum 2 years gallery, museum, framing or related experience handling artwork

 Must be able to safely lift heavy artwork and crates (this is NON-negotiable!)

 Must be very detail oriented, highly organized, able to take direction well and multi-task.

 The ideal candidate is dependable, responsible, has good problem-solving skills, neat appearance, and a sensitivity to handling high-value, delicate items safely.

 Experience with carpentry and power tools required for building crates; basic math for installing artwork.

 Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required. Car not necessary.