Fine Art Installer & Prep Specialist - Part-Time

Art Preparator & Fine Art Installer; Town of West Bloomfield (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Art Leaders Gallery in West Bloomfield, Michigan is seeking two professional, dependable Art Preparators & Fine Art Installers for a hands-on role installing and delivering fine art. This part-time position starts at 20 hours per week with potential for growth and advancement.

You will represent the gallery during client deliveries and installations, requiring professionalism and careful handling of artwork.

Qualifications

• Be able to safely lift and maneuver artwork weighing more than 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working on ladders and at elevated heights during installations.
• Strong attention to detail with accurate measuring, leveling, and positioning of artwork.
• Willing to learn to use hand tools, drills, levels, ladders, hanging hardware, and basic wall-repair and painting equipment.
• Maintain a clean, polished appearance and provide professional client service.

Responsibilities

• Hang, install, remove, and reposition artwork throughout the gallery.
• Assist with gallery rotations, exhibitions, events, and installation of new inventory.
• Safely handle, move, pack, unpack, and transport fine art of varying sizes, weights, and values.
• Patch, sand, touch up, and paint walls following artwork moves and exhibition changes.
• Maintain clean, professional gallery walls and installation areas.
• Load and unload artwork for deliveries and installations.
• Pick up and deliver artwork to clients' homes, businesses, and other locations.
• Professionally install artwork in client spaces using appropriate hardware and installation techniques.
• Measure walls and determine proper placement, spacing, height, and alignment of artwork.
• Work with a variety of wall surfaces and installation situations.
• Protect clients' floors, walls, furnishings, and property throughout the delivery and installation process.
• Maintain tools, ladders, installation equipment, packing materials, vehicles, and work areas in a clean and organized manner.
• Communicate professionally with clients while representing Art Leaders Gallery during pickups, deliveries, and installations.
• Assist with other gallery operations and physical projects as needed.

Job description

Art Leaders Gallery in West Bloomfield, Michigan is seeking two professional, dependable Art Preparators & Fine Art Installers for a hands-on role installing and delivering fine art. This part-time position starts at 20 hours per week with potential for growth and advancement.

You will represent the gallery during client deliveries and installations, requiring professionalism and careful handling of artwork.