Exhibitions Art Handler – Installations & Logistics

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

12 paid holidays

Sickness and disability program

Deferred compensation with cash match

Life and long-term care insurance

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Retirement plans

Job summary

The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond is seeking an Art Handler for Exhibitions and Operations to support planning and installation of exhibitions, gallery rotations, packing and transport of artwork.

Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of art handling, project management experience with Asana, and the ability to work with lifting equipment and fabrication tools in a fast-paced museum environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of art installation methods, design and engineering techniques and conservation-appropriate handling, packing, and storage of art objects.
• Experience with project management and proficiency in Asana or similar software.
• Experience with lifts and hand/power fabrication tools and other material handling equipment.
• Ability to maintain and organize art storage areas.
• Flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan and install exhibitions, organize gallery rotations, and coordinate packing and transport of artworks.
• Procure materials and assist with procurement processes as needed.
• Collaborate with team to resolve issues and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced museum environment.

Skills

Project management

Art handling

Asana proficiency

Equipment operation

Tools

Lifts

Fabrication tools

Materials handling equipment

Job description

The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond is seeking an Art Handler for Exhibitions and Operations to support planning and installation of exhibitions, gallery rotations, packing and transport of artwork.

Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of art handling, project management experience with Asana, and the ability to work with lifting equipment and fabrication tools in a fast-paced museum environment.