Exhibit Preparator

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Job Title:
Exhibit Preparator

Department:
Wexner Center for Arts Exhibitions

Assist the Wexner Center for the Arts exhibitions team with museum-quality art handling related to installation and de-installation of exhibitions. Tasks include: moving artwork (big/small/heavy/light) and crates; assisting with art packing/unpacking; hanging and installing art using various equipment and systems; cleaning and preparing gallery spaces, climbing ladders, patching and painting walls, light carpentry, and demolition work; and implementing display designs.

Must be able to follow direction, work safely as part of a team, and observe best practices associated with art handling and associated museum tasks. Experience with interior painting, shop equipment and hand-held tools is required. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. safely, work on 8 to10-foot ladders and 20-foot personnel lifts.

This is a recurring temporary position and corresponds with the Wexner Center for the Arts rotating gallery programming

Additional Information:

Mission Statement

The Wexner Center is The Ohio State University’s multidisciplinary laboratory for contemporary art and culture. Through exhibitions, performances, screenings, educational programs, artist residencies, and publications the Wex serves as a vital forum where artists test ideas and where diverse audiences engage the art and issues of our time. In its programs, the Wex balances a commitment to experimentation with a critical appreciation of the past. Our work affirms the university’s pursuit of civic participation, freedom of expression, and robust dialogue.

DEI Statement

The Wexner Center values diversity and offers a supportive, open, and inclusive community. We encourage candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Duties/Responsibilities

35% moving/packing/unpacking shipping crates

35% light carpentry/cleaning/gallery prep

30% installing artworks

The target hourly rate for this position is $16.50 – $17.50.

Location:
Wexner Center for the Arts (0386)

Position Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:
40

Shift:
Varying Shifts

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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