Peres Projects is seeking a Freelance Head Art Handler for immediate hire.
This is a hands-on position requiring full participation in the daily work of handling art including the packing, transporting, installing and storing of art works.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Installation and de-installation of exhibitions and viewings at the gallery and storage areas
- Packing of works for shipment, pickups and deliveries
- Performing local transports
- Preparing gallery for display by painting walls and rough carpentry
- Assisting in condition checking of incoming works
- Coordination with local and international companies for the production of artworks, including framing, stretching of artworks, building of plinths, ordering of storage equipment
The ideal candidate will posses:
- Knowledge of proper care and storing procedures
- Working knowledge of most power tools
- A valid drivers license is preferred
- Is professional, tidy, punctual and efficient in both work & appearance
- Is able to work independently and as part of a team
- Can take direction well and enjoys working in a gallery environment where communication is key
- Working knowledge of Macintosh based computer programs as well as familiarity with maintaining inventory organisation within an art database
- Fluent German and English is required
Please send your resume and cover letter in English to:
Andrea Marinkovits
application[at]peresprojects.com
Subject: Peres Projects/ Head Art Handler