Art Handler

Atelier Art Services, Inc.; Atelier Art Storage LLC is seeking an Art Handler for a full time position (4-5 days a week) to work as part of a team of art handers in the successful completion of art services task including art installation, transportation, art exhibition packing & crating, and storage warehouse registration and organization. The Art Handler must have a dedication to the Atelier culture of excellence in art stewardship, a clear understanding of tools and materials, awareness of museum best practices and standards, good hand skills, and the ability to work in a high-pressure environment while keeping a cool head. The Art Handler reports directly to the Art Technician for daily operations in the successful completion of each project and must have a clean-cut professional appearance at all times.

Requirements:
BA or BFA with at least one-year experience art handling within, or for, museums, cultural institutions, or galleries.

The Art Handler is expected to have basic carpentry skills, truck driving skills preferred.
 

Physical Requirements: Physically capable of lifting objects weighing up to 80 pounds; physically capable of moving objects weighing up to 150 pounds; and physically capable of climbing ladders up to 20 feet and working on scaffolding and lifts of at least 30 feet; physically capable of using hand tools such as drills, hammer, screwdrivers, pliers, and wrenches.

Visual Requirements: Some computer use, ability to see and ascertain condition of artworks as they are being handled.

Hearing Requirements: Telephone use; ability to hear instructions, as to how an object is being handled and moved.
 

Responsibilities:
• Good understanding and judgment in the handling and conveyance of collection objects as it relates to the condition, media, placement, and weight of objects.

• Good verbal and written communication skills which will be used to maintain contact with office staff.

• Ability to work well with others as well as the ability to work independently.

• Art handling of artworks of various media. Activities such as unframing and reframing of paintings and works on paper may be required, securing new hardware to frames, removal of objects from display cases, and the set-up and dismantling of scaffolding and ladders may be required. 

• Responsible for reporting any damage that may occur during handling, or any damage that may be noted prior to handling, to Atelier Senior Staff.

• Responsible for keeping work space and collection storage areas maintained and clean.

Art Handler @ Philadelphia, PA LOCATION