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Freelance Art Handlers in the Bay Area
Submitted on Fri, 05/30/2025 - 14:27
Category:
- Art Handling
Organization:
Country:
- United States
US State:
- California
Job Level:
- Experienced (non manager)
Position type:
- Temporary
Contract type:
- Freelance
Salary:
$40–$65/hr based on experience
Skills:
- Art Installation
- handling
- Packing
Application Deadline:
ASAP
Looking for Independent Art Handlers to Join Our Network in Los Angeles/Bay Area
Duties and Responsibilities:
● Understanding and execution of art handling fundamentals and practices
● Understanding of archival and other packing materials for various mediums
● Complete wrapping and packing of works for transport or storage
● Safely load and secure objects on/in company vehicles
● Move artworks to and from trucks, loading docks, storage facilities, client homes and businesses
● Maintain tool kit and be prepared for jobs as assigned
● Installation and deinstallation of works as directed by clients in various settings: residential,
commercial, corporate, institutional
● Professional installation of work, including use of proper tools and hardware
●Some travel may be required
● Must adhere to proprietary agreements: confidentiality, non-disclosure, non-circumevention, security, and other employment provisions
Required Qualifications:
● 2+ years of art handling experience in a museum, gallery, artist studio, private collection or
similar environment
● Familiarity with standard museum practices, terminology, and art history
● Must pass complete background check
● Must have 3 art handling/preparator references
● Proficiency with hand and power tools
● Ability to carry out work required in lifting and transporting artworks
● Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds, and up to 100
● Must have own basic toolkit
The Art Handler Network seeks diverse backgrounds and perspectives and strives to offer equal opportunity to all smart, hard-working, and dedicated people.