Exhibition Installation Technician (Temporary)

Brandeis University; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Brandeis University in Waltham, MA seeks an Assistant Preparator to support exhibition production, installation, packing, and gallery care. You will handle works of art, prepare spaces, and maintain gallery lighting and safety protocols.

The role involves installing graphics and labels, assisting with packing/unpacking, and working with tools to support rotating or long-term collections installations.

Qualifications

• Experience with art handling and installation within museum standards.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work at heights as required.
• Deadline-driven, collaborative, and able to follow instructions precisely.

Responsibilities

• Handle and install works of art (2D/3D/multimedia) for rotations and exhibitions.
• Assist with packing/unpacking, crating, and movement of artwork per standards.
• Install graphics, labels, and related exhibition materials.

Skills

Art handling

Installation practices

Fine art packing

Team collaboration

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Hardware knowledge

Job description

Brandeis University in Waltham, MA seeks an Assistant Preparator to support exhibition production, installation, packing, and gallery care. You will handle works of art, prepare spaces, and maintain gallery lighting and safety protocols.

The role involves installing graphics and labels, assisting with packing/unpacking, and working with tools to support rotating or long-term collections installations.