Assistant Preparator; Part-Time

Responsibilities

Provide support to the lead preparator by assisting in all areas of storage, care, and exhibition of objects at the Sheldon Museum of Art. Duties include working as a team to install, transport, unpack, and repack artwork in a safe and professional manner, and to prepare artwork and gallery spaces for exhibition. Construct and/or prepare display mounts and furniture for objects.

Assist the lead preparator with exhibition design, layout, and the implementation of multi‑media artworks. Work with the engagement and collections departments to pack, transport, and install Sheldon Statewide exhibitions to venues across the State of Nebraska.

• High school diploma or equivalent plus one (1) year relevant coursework, or specialized training beyond high school and one (1) year professional art-handling and gallery installation experience required.
• Basic woodworking, carpentry skills, and experience with power tools required.
• Must be detail oriented and able to work carefully with and around artwork.
• Must possess knowledge of or experience with word processing and basic computer software programs.
• Some evening and weekend hours required.
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, meet University driver eligibility requirements and pass University van driving course.

• Two (2) years of previous art handling and exhibition installation experience including matting and frame building preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical and audio‑visual technology is a plus.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently on assigned projects.

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