Museum Art Installer – Exhibition Tech & Painting

University of North Florida Alumni Association; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Florida Alumni Association seeks a MOCA Curatorial-OPS assistant to support installation and de-installation of exhibitions, prepare artworks for display, and assist with media tech setups. The position requires teamwork, physical fitness for lifting and heights, and flexibility for after-hours work.

The role involves painting gallery walls, crating and shipping artwork, and collaborating with curatorial staff to ensure the artist’s and curator’s vision is fulfilled.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of contemporary art.
• Experience in hands-on installation/de-installation of complex exhibitions.
• Familiarity with presentation technology such as media players and digital programming display.
• Proficiency in interior painting, drywall installation, taping, carpentry, etc.
• Able to work as part of a team with excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated practical experience in construction, fabrication and painting of exhibition assets, and safe use of power tools.
• Ability to work in physically demanding situations, including heavy lifting and working at heights, and flexible to work out of hours.

Responsibilities

• Installation and de-installation of exhibitions.
• Preparation of artwork for exhibition and/or shipment/storage.
• Installation of technology such as media players and monitors.
• Crating, packing and transportation of artwork.
• Painting gallery walls neatly and efficiently.
• Maintain spaces, tools and environment.
• Collaborate with curatorial department; work in a team environment.
• Occasional late-evening and weekend hours as required.

Skills

Knowledge of contemporary art

Exhibition installation experience

Teamwork and communication

Adaptability to late hours

Attention to safety and quality

Tools

Media players

Digital displays

Power tools

Job description

University of North Florida Alumni Association seeks a MOCA Curatorial-OPS assistant to support installation and de-installation of exhibitions, prepare artworks for display, and assist with media tech setups. The position requires teamwork, physical fitness for lifting and heights, and flexibility for after-hours work.

The role involves painting gallery walls, crating and shipping artwork, and collaborating with curatorial staff to ensure the artist’s and curator’s vision is fulfilled.