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Preparator
The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art seeks to find a Preparator to join our team. This is a full-time position that includes benefits such as retirement, health, vision and dental insurance, paid time off, and short/long term disability.
The Preparator is responsible for: the preparation of collection items for exhibition in the museum galleries including, mount-making, sewing, hinging, matting and framing. They are responsible for the overall safe and efficient movement, installation, and de-installation of collections, loans, and exhibitions items; initial installation and maintenance of lighting in exhibitions areas; and working with contractors for gallery preparation for exhibitions. The Preparator reports to Director of Museum Collections and will work with the Registrar, Collections Manager, and Director of Exhibitions and Graphic Design.
To Apply: Please submit résumé and portfolio to personnel@eiteljorg.com by June 16, 2023. Address all materials to Allison Evans, Director of Museum Collections. No phone calls or email inquiries, please.
Please note that a job offer will be contingent on completion of a successful background check.
Job Description
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirement / Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in studio arts or related field preferred
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience with fine art handling, mount making, and installation
- Ability to hinge, cut mat, and frame works on paper
- Demonstrated experience making mounts for 3-D items
- Ability to read and follow diagrams and schematics
- Experience in the safe operation and maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools, hydraulic lifts, fork and scissor lifts, rigging, and, scaffolding
- Ability to retro-fit and build some crates for traveling artwork
- Excellent problem solving skills, organization, and communication skills
- Must know desktop software including: Google drive, Dropbox, Outlook calendar, Microsoft office products, and comfortable using collections management software (The Museum System (TMS) knowledge a plus)
ADA REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to climb ladders and work from an elevated lift.
- Must be able to endure long periods of standing and working upright.
- Must be able to safely operate power equipment.
- Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
- Must have a valid driver license.
Additional Information
A DIVERSE STAFF OF DEDICATED AND PASSIONATE PEOPLE: The Eiteljorg Museum seeks to attract, recruit and support a diverse staff of talented people. We offer competitive benefit packages and practice equal opportunity employment policies.
ABOUT THE MUSEUM: Located in White River State Park in downtown Indianapolis, the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art is a major cultural institution that has developed a national reputation for excellence. The Eiteljorg Museum shares the art, history and diverse cultures of Native America and the American West in all their diversity and complexity. As a 501c3 nonprofit, the Eiteljorg Museum conducts compelling art exhibitions and engaging programs for the public. In 2019, the museum celebrated 30 years of telling amazing stories.
