Williams CollegeWilliamstown, MA 01267
Website:williams.edu
Company Description:
Established in 1793 with funds bequeathed by Colonel Ephraim Williams, the college is private, residential, and liberal arts, with graduate programs in the history of art and in development economics. The undergraduate enrollment is approximately 2,000 students.
| Job Title: | |
| Preparator | |
| Salary Range: | Location: | Williamstown |
| Job Type: | Category: | Full Time | Arts/Entertainment |
| Education Level: | Work Experience: |
| High School or Equivalent | 2+ years of professional experience in a gallery or museum |
| Description: | |
Preparator JR10000000391 Williams College Main Campus The Williams College Museum of Art (WCMA) provides dynamic art experiences to inspire new thinking about art, museums, and the world-and it does so from within the nation's top-ranked liberal arts college. A vibrant center for the arts at Williams, the Museum embodies the liberal arts' ability to catalyze both creative and critical thinking. WCMA is seeking a skilled contributor to the art preparation team. The preparator assists in all aspects of object care for temporary exhibitions and in the maintenance of the permanent collection. The preparator will be familiar with and adhere to current professional standards for collection management and the archival care of art objects both on display and in storage. They will be familiar with all aspects of gallery installation including matting and framing, light carpentry, display fabrication, mount making and lighting. The preparator must also be familiar with current digital technologies used in exhibitions including those required for video, film, and sound installations. The preparator will maintain clean, efficient, and organized storage areas and workspaces. Proactive participation in professional development, day-to-day initiative, and creative problem solving are essential to this position, as well as a knowledge of current best practices in art handling, collections care, conservation, and installation. Williams is committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its staff. The successful candidate will excel at working in a community that is broadly diverse with regard to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, and religion. Applicants should highlight relevant experience working with and supporting a broadly diverse employee community. Primary duties and responsibilities include:
Qualifications:
Pay starts at $25.00/hr, commensurate with experience. Application review will begin on 11/26/2024. Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant, including the completion of a criminal record check, and education when applicable. Decisions regarding appointments, promotions, and conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or military service. Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and thrive. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at (413) 597-2681 or email at hr@williams.edu. To apply, visit https://wd5.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/williamscollege/External_Career_Site/job/Williams-College-Main-Campus/Preparator_JR10000000391. Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-8a7cdc51592c094a98b36f67c7dc40ab | |