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Art Preparator (Part Time)
Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art —Hartford, CT
- $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
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Long-Term Substitute Position for Visual Arts Department, Half Day Program - JOB ID# 14196
Capitol Region Education Council —Hartford, CT
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- High school
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Museum Educator - Part-time
Connecticut Museum of Culture and History —Hartford, CT
- $17.25 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Public speaking
- Free parking
- 403(b) matching
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Assistant to the Director
Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art —Hartford, CT
- $50,000 - $55,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
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Curator for Contemporary Art
Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art —Hartford, CT
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- 7 years
- Computer literacy
- Public speaking
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Assistant Professor of Art History
Wesleyan University —Middletown, CT
- Full-time
- Background check
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
Public Programs & Partnerships Manager
Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art —Hartford, CT
- $57,000 - $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Spanish
- Public speaking
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Corporate Relations & Major Gifts Officer
Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art —Hartford, CT
- $80,000 - $110,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- 5 years
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Digital / Magazine Sales Representative
Blouin Artinfo —Berlin, CT
- Contract
- Mid-level
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Assistant Professor in Residence - Illustration
University of Connecticut —Storrs, CT
- Online Application
- Residential
- University
- Criminal background check
- Dental insurance

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Art Preparator (Part Time)
Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art —Hartford, CT
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Part-Time Collections Manager/Collections Manager Assistant
Denison University —Granville, OH
Master's degree in Museum Studies, Art History, History, Anthropology, or a closely related field. Bachelor's degree in Museum Studies, Art History, History,…
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Art Preparator (Part Time)

Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art -
Hartford, CT

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Job Details

Part-time
$24 an hour

Qualifications

Fabrication
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Power tools for woodworking
Packing
Museum experience
Equipment installation
Documentation tools
Lighting fixture installation
Managing projects
Materials handling
Material handling equipment operation
New installations carpentry
Material handling safety practices
Curatorial object care

Full Job Description

The Art Preparator position, working in close association with the Chief Preparator, the Chief Registrar, and other members of the Preparator team, provides direct support to the implementation of the Collections Management Policy as it relates to the care, installation, and documentation of the The Wadsworth’s collection and exhibition programs. This position is directly responsible for ensuring the physical safety, best handling and installation practices of the permanent collection as well as borrowed objects while on view, in preparation for movement, and while in storage.

In general, this position contributes to the carrying out of the The Wadsworth’s short- and long-term exhibition schedule, regular gallery rotations, incoming and outgoing loans, collection storage projects and other assignments as needed.

SCHEDULE

This is a non-exempt, hourly position, Monday – Wednesday , 8 am – 4 pm.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Member of the Preparator Team:

Consistently applies the highest professional working standards for the handling, installation, housing, packing, and movement of all art in the Museum.
Completes the daily work schedule, meeting associated goals and deadlines.
Installs gallery lighting equipment. Maintains inventory of lighting fixtures and lamps, screening options and light level measuring devices.
Prepares and installs casework, platforms, pedestals, labels and other exhibit specific support materials.
Operates various mechanical devices used to install, or move works of art.
Accurately records all art movements “changes of locations” both in physical and digital form.
Conducts inventories of storages and galleries
Follows the parameters & procedures for purchasing materials and supplies, ensuring proper authorization & expense tracking are upheld.
Works closely with the team, and with other departments, in the conceptualization, design and fabrication of housing/storage needs for all artworks.
Maintains an organized and functional preparatory workspace, as well as all museum storage areas.
Performs any other duties reasonably related to the functions described above.
Provides support to other departments in areas related to the functions described above.
Screens cargo shipments in compliance with TSA’s CCSP.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Training/Work Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in studio art, art history, furniture/product design, architecture or engineering.
Minimum two years of art handling/preparatory work experience in a fine art museum

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge & experience of concepts, principles and practices of current museum practices and collections management standards.
Thorough understanding of best practices for object installation, handling & packing of an encyclopedic collection [paintings, works on paper, costumes, textiles, photography, sculpture, furniture & decorative arts].
Experience in various aspects and of museum lighting
Experience with the design and fabrication of storage containers
Experience/certification in the use of standard equipment used in the fabrication, movement, and installation of art (i.e: power tools, forklift, pallet jack, scissor lift)
Carpentry skills required.
Mount making skills essential.
Excellent organization, communication and listening skills
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to plan out multi step projects with a projected timeline and budget.
Ability to work within deadlines, both independently and in a collaborative team environment.
Basic PC skills with Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word and Excel.

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Art Preparator (Part Time)

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