Contract Exhibitions Installer/Art Handler
Contract Exhibitions Installer/Art Handler
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Job Description:
$20.00/ hour
Arcadia Exhibitions is seeking to generate a pool of qualified individuals who can assist with the installation take down and transportation of art on the Glenside campus.
Under the supervision of the Director of Arcadia Exhibitions the installer / art handler would assist in the reception of art unpacking preparing condition reports (when applicable) consulting with the Director / Curator on layout and design of exhibitions transport gallery furniture from storage construct shelves pedestals etc. and install work utilizing currently recognized professional methods and standards.
At the conclusion of exhibitions the installer / art handler would take down and pack the work for shipment make any necessary repairs to the walls or gallery furniture return furniture to storage and otherwise prepare the exhibition space for the next show.
This person would be working alongside work study or apprenticeship students in the employ of the program tasked with assisting with the show installs and take downs.
Between installations these individuals may be called upon to perform physical tasks related to the presentation preservation and safe storage of the Universitys permanent collections as well as maintenance of the stockpile of exhibit pedestals shelves and other furniture. Other responsibilities as needed.
Applicants must be able to lift 50 pounds climb a ladder and must hold a valid drivers license. (Having a vehicle to assist with transportation of materials is preferred.)
BFA BA in art related field and at least two years experience working in a gallery or museum setting preferred.
Location: Glenside
Application Instructions:
- Applications must be submitted online through Arcadias Human Resources portal to receive full consideration. Please do not email application materials to the hiring manager. Due to the volume of applications received communication will generally be limited to candidates selected for additional consideration.
- Application review will begin immediately. Posting will be removed from the website once weve established a sufficient talent pool for consideration.
Arcadia University is a top-ranked private University in Greater Philadelphia that provides a values-based authentic educational experience by placing students at the center. The Institute of International Education has consistently ranked Arcadia first in the nation for study abroad and the Princeton Review has ranked Arcadia among the Best in the Northeast for 10 consecutive years. The Universitys graduate programs in Physical Therapy Physician Assistant Education and Public Health are nationally ranked in their respective categories by U.S. News & World Report which cites Arcadia for being among the top study abroad programs and a top performer for social mobility. Arcadia is home to a close-knit and welcoming community that supports students throughout their journey. Arcadias quality academic programs unique approach to a liberal arts education and supportive community guide students toward degree completion and career success. Learn more about our vibrant community at .
We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our community. The successful candidate will demonstrate examples of ways they will incorporate our values in their work.
At Arcadia University our Lived Values are the foundation of our highly regarded values-based learning community which reflects the world in which we want to live. As such Arcadia actively seeks and welcomes candidates who embrace those values. Arcadia prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of ethnicity national origin ancestry race color religion creed sex gender marital status affectional or sexual orientation age gender identity military or military veteran status disability family medical or genetic information or any other legally protected characteristic. All offers of employment are conditional based on the successful completion of a background check. Employment may not begin until the University accepts the results of the background check.
Arcadia offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare generous tuition benefits for employees and their families retirement benefits health and wellness programs and resources and much more.
Employment Type
Contract
