Associate paintings conservator at Fine Art Conservation Group LLC
Listed on 2026-10-18
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Creative Arts/Media
Creative Design / Digital Art
Description
Employment:
Full-time
Location:
New York City, NY - In person
Compensation: $70,000–$85,000 annually, commensurate with experience, plus benefits
Start Date:
As early as November 2026, with flexibility
Fine Art Conservation Group LLC is seeking an Associate Paintings Conservator to join our New York City studio. The Associate Conservator will be responsible for all aspects of conservation treatment, including photographic and written documentation, with a particular focus on modern and contemporary paintings and painted objects.
Qualifications and Responsibilities:- Excellent in painting skills using reversible materials
- Demonstrated experience treating modern and contemporary artworks
- Proficiency in a broad range of methods, including the structural treatment of canvas, surface cleaning of paint layers, removal of discolored coatings, compensation of losses, and consolidation of media
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to approach treatments creatively
- The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- The ability to work efficiently in the fast-paced environment of a private conservation studio and meet strict deadlines.
- A minimum of three years of professional experience A graduate degree or equivalent training from a recognized art conservation program.
- Authorization to work in the United States
- Fluency in English.
Fine Art Conservation Group LLC is a privately owned and operated conservation studio in New York City specializing in the conservation of modern and contemporary paintings, painted objects, and works on paper.
Founded in 2000 by senior paintings conservators Helen Im and Suyeon Kim, the studio works with a diverse range of clients, including private galleries and art dealers, artist estates and foundations, museums, collectors, auction houses, and public institutions.
In addition to conservation treatment, our services include collection surveys, condition and treatment reports, maintenance recommendations, and consultations related to the installation.
Our studio practices and professional philosophy adhere to the Code of Ethics of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic & Artistic Works (AIC).
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