erika.katayama
11-11-2016, 07:59 AM
Curator - Registrar/Collections Manager Curator duties include research for exhibit topics and working with an exhibit team to develop and implement exhibitions. One is responsible for procuring artifacts and installing exhibits.
Registrar duties include implementing policies and procedures for loan contracts, facility reports, shipping, insurance for and documentation of artifacts. Oversee database management of owned and borrowed objects.
Collections Manager duties include the care and inspection of artifacts and objects of historical significance in storage, on loan to and owned by the Walt Disney Company for display at the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts.
Responsibilities
Exhibit Team Duties:
Must work with a team to develop an exhibit concept. Provide input to WDI design disciplines: show designers, show lighting, show producers, graphics, interior designers, character finishing, props, and architectural and facilities engineering with respect to special requirements of objects on display.
Researches, identifies, and recommends objects to support specific temporary exhibition requirements
Maintains the coordination, planning, installation, and maintenance of assigned galleries and exhibits locations on Disney property
Works with the WDI project team on all aspects of the exhibit planning, design and fabrication. This includes financial management, strategic planning, implementation of development plans, administration and management of gallery facilities including environmental, security, and maintenance
Anticipates major project milestones and communicates issues to management and project teams
Works with WDI project management on identifying, coordinating and scheduling outside vendors including packers, shippers, decorators, and conservators to accommodate artifacts special needs
Makes independent decisions to resolve collections issues at the base level. Independently prioritizes deliverables to meet project needs
Builds and maintains lender relationships, both internal (TWDC) and external
Works with Corporate Legal and Risk Management to formulate loan agreements and insurance requirements
Collections Care Duties:
Responsible for the acquisition, conservation, registration, storage, care and preservation, and management of collection assets.
Responsible for proper object handling and instructing others on proper procedures.
Register and assign accession and catalog objects according to established registration system. Maintain records of storage, exhibit, and loan location of all objects. Document all object movement.
Design and prepare exhibit mounts for delicate objects on display and in storage
Organizes and maintains secure storage locations
Responsible for collections care, periodic review of exhibit locations and routine maintenance, and disaster planning for assigned exhibit locations on Disney property
Establishes partnerships with park partners to maintain gallery spaces and level of care for borrowed assets
Works with WDW disciplines including Security, Alarm Systems, Pest Management, Operations, Decorating, Custodial and Engineering Services to achieve a safe and appropriate environment for the display and storage of objects
Responsible for monitoring environmental controls, rotating sensitive objects off exhibit as needed, establishing and maintaining an integrated pest management system, coordinating a housekeeping routine, and ensuring the security of all objects within the building
Remains on call 24/7 for any emergency that may arise
Perform spot inventories of the collections annually and facilitate and full inventory of the complete collections every 5 years
RequirementsBasic Qualifications
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the field of Collections Management
Skilled in object handling
Knowledge of preventative conservation methods and procedures
Educated about the organization, arrangement, and nomenclature of objects and artifacts
Knowledge of a collection management software for cataloging and record keeping
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work in a fast paced environment with multiple responsibilities
Ongoing education in Collections care and art preservation practices and methodology
Able to communicate effectively and positively represent WDI to outside entities
Ability to successfully lead project teams including consultants, staff extensions, vendors etc.
Ability to resolve conflict and negotiate
Demonstrated knowledge of cataloging, contracting, displaying, storing, handling and shipping of art and objects on loan or special exhibits
Preferred Qualifications
5-10 years’ experience in the field of Collections Management
Knowledge of Walt Disney World and Disney history
Must fully understand Walt Disney Imagineering creative process and work within project timeframe
Knowledge of EMU, Electronic Museum Database - a collection management software for cataloging and record keeping – that is currently being used
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Art History, Museum Studies or equivalent experience
Preferred Education
Master’s degree preferred but not necessary
Additional Information
To learn about the innovative work our Imagineers do, check out the following videos:
Imagineering (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAE_OgMrkaQ)
How Did It Happen for You? (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BvTFYS0mXWE)
©Disney is an equal opportunity employer. Drawing Creativity from Diversity.
Please apply here: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/job/lake-buena-vista/curator-registrar-collections-manager/391/3235724/?cid=14622 (https://jobs.disneycareers.com/job/lake-buena-vista/curator-registrar-collections-manager/391/3235724/?cid=14622)
Registrar duties include implementing policies and procedures for loan contracts, facility reports, shipping, insurance for and documentation of artifacts. Oversee database management of owned and borrowed objects.
Collections Manager duties include the care and inspection of artifacts and objects of historical significance in storage, on loan to and owned by the Walt Disney Company for display at the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts.
Responsibilities
Exhibit Team Duties:
Must work with a team to develop an exhibit concept. Provide input to WDI design disciplines: show designers, show lighting, show producers, graphics, interior designers, character finishing, props, and architectural and facilities engineering with respect to special requirements of objects on display.
Researches, identifies, and recommends objects to support specific temporary exhibition requirements
Maintains the coordination, planning, installation, and maintenance of assigned galleries and exhibits locations on Disney property
Works with the WDI project team on all aspects of the exhibit planning, design and fabrication. This includes financial management, strategic planning, implementation of development plans, administration and management of gallery facilities including environmental, security, and maintenance
Anticipates major project milestones and communicates issues to management and project teams
Works with WDI project management on identifying, coordinating and scheduling outside vendors including packers, shippers, decorators, and conservators to accommodate artifacts special needs
Makes independent decisions to resolve collections issues at the base level. Independently prioritizes deliverables to meet project needs
Builds and maintains lender relationships, both internal (TWDC) and external
Works with Corporate Legal and Risk Management to formulate loan agreements and insurance requirements
Collections Care Duties:
Responsible for the acquisition, conservation, registration, storage, care and preservation, and management of collection assets.
Responsible for proper object handling and instructing others on proper procedures.
Register and assign accession and catalog objects according to established registration system. Maintain records of storage, exhibit, and loan location of all objects. Document all object movement.
Design and prepare exhibit mounts for delicate objects on display and in storage
Organizes and maintains secure storage locations
Responsible for collections care, periodic review of exhibit locations and routine maintenance, and disaster planning for assigned exhibit locations on Disney property
Establishes partnerships with park partners to maintain gallery spaces and level of care for borrowed assets
Works with WDW disciplines including Security, Alarm Systems, Pest Management, Operations, Decorating, Custodial and Engineering Services to achieve a safe and appropriate environment for the display and storage of objects
Responsible for monitoring environmental controls, rotating sensitive objects off exhibit as needed, establishing and maintaining an integrated pest management system, coordinating a housekeeping routine, and ensuring the security of all objects within the building
Remains on call 24/7 for any emergency that may arise
Perform spot inventories of the collections annually and facilitate and full inventory of the complete collections every 5 years
RequirementsBasic Qualifications
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the field of Collections Management
Skilled in object handling
Knowledge of preventative conservation methods and procedures
Educated about the organization, arrangement, and nomenclature of objects and artifacts
Knowledge of a collection management software for cataloging and record keeping
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work in a fast paced environment with multiple responsibilities
Ongoing education in Collections care and art preservation practices and methodology
Able to communicate effectively and positively represent WDI to outside entities
Ability to successfully lead project teams including consultants, staff extensions, vendors etc.
Ability to resolve conflict and negotiate
Demonstrated knowledge of cataloging, contracting, displaying, storing, handling and shipping of art and objects on loan or special exhibits
Preferred Qualifications
5-10 years’ experience in the field of Collections Management
Knowledge of Walt Disney World and Disney history
Must fully understand Walt Disney Imagineering creative process and work within project timeframe
Knowledge of EMU, Electronic Museum Database - a collection management software for cataloging and record keeping – that is currently being used
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Art History, Museum Studies or equivalent experience
Preferred Education
Master’s degree preferred but not necessary
Additional Information
To learn about the innovative work our Imagineers do, check out the following videos:
Imagineering (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAE_OgMrkaQ)
How Did It Happen for You? (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BvTFYS0mXWE)
©Disney is an equal opportunity employer. Drawing Creativity from Diversity.
Please apply here: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/job/lake-buena-vista/curator-registrar-collections-manager/391/3235724/?cid=14622 (https://jobs.disneycareers.com/job/lake-buena-vista/curator-registrar-collections-manager/391/3235724/?cid=14622)