Center for Curatorial Studies
Audio Video Installer, Temporary Part-time – CCS Bard Hessel Museum of Art
Employer Website: http://apply.interfolio.com/101384Download: Bard College application of employment.pdf
The Hessel Museum of Art seeks a skilled professional for the position of temporary part-time Audio Video Installer. The successful candidate will report to the CCS Bard Head Preparator and Director of Exhibitions and Operations, and will partner with fellow temporary part-time Art Installers and the entire Exhibitions Department to complete the needs of an exhibition from the assembly stages through installation, but with a focus on audio video equipment and digital content. The Audio Video Installer will work closely with the Head Preparator, Museum Registrar, CCS Students and Curators.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the assembly and installation of audio video equipment (wall mounted flat screen monitors, ceiling mounted projectors, powered speakers, digital media players, cabling) and disassembly and packing of temporary exhibitions and student-related projects;
- Works in galleries as part of the installation crew for exhibitions, which may include construction, carpentry, interior painting, object handling & installation, and gallery lighting
- Maintains a safe, clean, and organized production workspace and gallery facilities;
- Performs routine art handling for CCS Archive projects and other CCS Bard events and activities as necessary;
- Guides and assists other installers and exhibitions crew as needed; and
- Other duties as directed within the scope of the Art Installers job responsibilities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Art, Design, or a related field and at least 2 years’ experience working with museum-quality art installations is required;
- Preparators must be able to move or assist in moving heavy objects (must be able to lift up to 50 pounds) and operate a scissor lift, pump lift cart, and pallet jack;
- Knowledge of conservation concerns and materials for display, storage and packing works of art;
- Qualified candidates will have familiarity with hand and power tools and should demonstrate proficiency in fabrication/production/workshop skills and safety; and
- Ideal candidate will have knowledge and interest in contemporary art and the ability to work easily with multiple teams across a museum environment.
An application can be completed on Interfolio by following this link: http://apply.interfolio.com/101384
The application can also be downloaded here Bard College application of employment.pdf and submitted by one of the following options:
- Mail: Bard College, Human Resources, P.O. Box 5000, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504
- FAX: (845) 758-7826
- Email: hr@bard.edu
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