**This role is for the ICON Art Services. ICON Art Services is a fine art logistics company as part of the The Rock-It Company providing art handling, transportation, custom crating and storage services**
Ready to turn your passion into a career? Do you dream of working in a dynamic and fast-paced logistics environment, supporting major events in sports, music, automotive, fine art, and film? Want the chance to collaborate with some of the biggest names in entertainment, media and luxury? Look no further! We’re looking for talented and passionate individuals like you to join our logistics team.
The Rock-It Company is a market leader in two expansive logistics and project management sectors across the globe: live events, encompassing live music, sports and broadcasting, film and TV, and experiential events and exhibitions; and luxury goods, focused on fine art, automotive, and fashion. Rock-It, which began in 1978 serving Led Zeppelin, includes Rock-it Cargo, ICON, Rock-It Sports, Rock-It Productions, Rock-It Experiential, Dietl, CARS, Dynamic International and more. Rock-It’s premier team manages bespoke global logistics through end-to-end services including multimodal freight, event logistics planning, and custom storage and distribution solutions. This service delivery leverages an unparalleled global network with over 10,000 missions a year. Rock-It is the chosen provider for reliability and efficiency where failure is not an option for a customer’s most prized events and possessions.
At our company, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. As the Art Handler, you will play a crucial role in an environment where our employees excel and feel valued. Join us in creating unforgettable experiences and driving success in a fast-paced, exciting industry. Apply today and be a part of a team that values teamwork, innovation, diversity, and excellence.
The Art Handler reports directly to the Transportation Manager and serves as a key member of the art handling team, providing services for clients at a variety of locations, including galleries, museums, private residences, corporate offices, and other cultural institutions. This position is responsible for the safe handling, installation, packing, unpacking, movement, and storage of artwork and cultural objects while delivering exceptional customer service. The Art Handler works closely with the Transportation Manager and warehouse team to ensure the efficient execution of projects and the highest standards of care for client property.
Work Schedule: Schedule fluctuates based on workloads during weekdays with afterhours / weekend work as needed
Key Responsibilities:
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Safely handle, pack, unpack, move, load, unload, install, and store fine art and cultural objects, including paintings, sculptures, and other fragile items
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Prepare artwork for movement using archival-quality packing materials and industry best practices to ensure its protection and preservation
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Assist with exhibition installations, deinstallations, artwork placement, and object movement in accordance with client specifications and project requirements
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Operate equipment such as dollies, pallet jacks, lifts, and hand tools to safely transport and install artwork
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Inspect artwork before, during, and after handling, documenting and reporting any condition concerns or damage, and assist with condition reporting as required
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Maintain accurate project documentation, including bills of lading, condition reports, material usage records, and other assignment-related documentation
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Support inventory management activities by cataloging, labeling, tracking, and organizing artwork within warehouse and storage facilities
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Maintain proper environmental, safety, and security standards during the handling, installation, movement, and storage of artwork
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Collaborate with the Transportation Manager, warehouse team, and other internal staff to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and with the highest level of care.
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Provide exceptional customer service while working with galleries, museums, private collectors, corporate clients, and other cultural institutions, and support warehouse operations as business needs require
Qualifications:
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Knowledge of packing, installation and art transportation techniques
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Knowledge of archival and protective packing materials
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Experience with installation methods and hanging systems
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Understanding of different art materials (different paint mediums, sculpture materials, works on paper, mixed media)
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Awareness of art handling risks to prevent damage
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Ability to follow direction and work in teams
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Discretion, especially when working with high-value artworks in private, museum or gallery collections.
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Comfortable working on ladders or in tight spaces,
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Ability to lift and move heavy or awkwardly shaped objects (often 50+ lbs)
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Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
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Professional communication and customer service skills
Don't meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
What Rock-It Company Will Offer You:
A growing logistics platform within the entertainment and luxury import/export logistics industry providing unrivaled experience and expertise for live events, touring, sports, luxury auto and art freight forwarding. Our teams serve as the premier freight forwarders handling some of the world’s biggest concerts, festivals, and sporting events for many high-profile clients across the music & sports industries to make the greatest shows and events possible across the world.
Work with some of the most well-known and successful companies in the world. Your work will make an impact and be appreciated by others.
The Rock-It Company is committed to the inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Rock-It will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact hiring@rockitcompany.com. Rock-It provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics under applicable federal, state or local law pertaining to the employee’s state of employment.
