erika.katayama
01-16-2014, 09:34 AM
Associate Registrar & Art Handler, Upper East Side Art Gallery, New York
City
For our renowned Upper East Side Art Gallery client we are seeking an
Associate Registrar & Art Handler. The successful applicant will oversee and
manage registrarial and installation duties, national and international
shipping; maintain databases; assist with condition reports and archival
photography; maintain a satellite viewing space and assist with all viewings
at that location; oversee and assist with all shipping, packing and
installation for gallery shows; oversee building maintenance; liaise with
gallery staff, vendors and shipping agents; provide top-level client support
for viewings and at art fairs; other duties as necessary. The ideal
candidate will have at least 3 years' experience as a registrar with a major
art gallery or auction house, familiarity with the latest services, methods
and installation, packing and registration practices; experience with
customs; experience overseeing and assisting part-time art handlers and
other staff; and flexibility regarding evening hours. Outstanding
interpersonal skills, past experience handling high-value and fragile works
and the ability to work with a diverse range of personalities in a
fast-paced high pressure environment are a must. BA in art history or
equivalent, US passport and driver's license and excellent communications,
organizational and project management skills are essential. An excellent
position for a proactive, priority-driven, forward-thinking and
team-oriented professional. Competitive salary and benefits. Send resume
with detailed cover letter and contact information for at least three
references to: recruiters@artstaffing.com.
Thomas & Associates, Inc.
6 East 39th Street
New York, NY 10016
P. 212.779.7059
F. 212.779.7096
www.artstaffing.com (http://www.artstaffing.com/)
City
For our renowned Upper East Side Art Gallery client we are seeking an
Associate Registrar & Art Handler. The successful applicant will oversee and
manage registrarial and installation duties, national and international
shipping; maintain databases; assist with condition reports and archival
photography; maintain a satellite viewing space and assist with all viewings
at that location; oversee and assist with all shipping, packing and
installation for gallery shows; oversee building maintenance; liaise with
gallery staff, vendors and shipping agents; provide top-level client support
for viewings and at art fairs; other duties as necessary. The ideal
candidate will have at least 3 years' experience as a registrar with a major
art gallery or auction house, familiarity with the latest services, methods
and installation, packing and registration practices; experience with
customs; experience overseeing and assisting part-time art handlers and
other staff; and flexibility regarding evening hours. Outstanding
interpersonal skills, past experience handling high-value and fragile works
and the ability to work with a diverse range of personalities in a
fast-paced high pressure environment are a must. BA in art history or
equivalent, US passport and driver's license and excellent communications,
organizational and project management skills are essential. An excellent
position for a proactive, priority-driven, forward-thinking and
team-oriented professional. Competitive salary and benefits. Send resume
with detailed cover letter and contact information for at least three
references to: recruiters@artstaffing.com.
Thomas & Associates, Inc.
6 East 39th Street
New York, NY 10016
P. 212.779.7059
F. 212.779.7096
www.artstaffing.com (http://www.artstaffing.com/)