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erika.katayama
07-31-2013, 08:23 AM
Full-Time Head Preparator



Company Name:

Blum & Poe



Job Function:

Exhibitions



Entry Level:

No



Location(s):

Los Angeles, California, 90034, United States







Posted:

July 30, 2013



Job Type:

Full-time



Job Duration:

Indefinite



Min Education:

BA/BS/Undergraduate



Min Experience:

3-5 Years



Required Travel:

10-25%













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Job Description

Full-Time Head Preparator
BLUM & POE
Los Angeles, CA

BLUM & POE is seeking a full-time Head Preparator.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
-- Organizing and monitoring all shipping procedures, international and domestic.
-- Preparing and overseeing coordination and installation/deinstallation of all exhibitions, as well as domestic and international art fairs.
-- Organizing and maintaining all in-house inventory, as well as overseeing management of off-site storage facilities.
-- Creating and archiving condition reports for incoming and outgoing artworks.
-- Managing special productions, which includes liaising with vendors on a project by project basis.
-- Scheduling and managing a full-time preparator, as well as a team of freelance art handlers.
-- Working with gallery staff in maintaining overall operations, upkeep and daily appearances of galleries, facilities, equipment, and security.

To apply, please e-mail a cover letter, resume, and 2 references to michael@blumandpoe.com
and include “Head Preparator Job” in the email subject line. No phone calls or walk-ins please.
This is a full-time position with some evenings and weekends required, especially during installation and de-installation of exhibitions and art fairs. Salary is commensurate with experience. Competitive benefits package includes health insurance and paid vacation and sick time.
Please note that only applicants with verifiable experience will be considered.


Job Requirements

Requirements:
-- Minimum four years of experience handling art in a contemporary art gallery or museum.
-- Bachelor’s degree in art history, studio art or related field.
-- Basic knowledge of conservation, crating, framing, and international customs policies.
-- Proficiency with Mac computers, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, and collection management software.
-- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
-- Proven ability to prioritize an assortment of tasks and work well under pressure.

Preferred:
-- Master’s degree in art history, studio art or related field.
-- Experience with Artbase.
-- Speaking and/or written proficiency in Japanese or Chinese.