Aspen Art Museum
The Assistant Preparator provides vital support for the planning, production, and execution of exhibitions across the museum. Working under the direction of the Chief Preparator, this versatile position supports exhibition installation, handling, and deinstallation by fabricating mounts, lighting galleries, packing art, and maintaining workspaces, working closely with the curators and registrar to ensure safe, professional presentation and storage of art and artifacts. The Assistant Preparator collaborates with multiple departments including Events, Curatorial, Facilities, and Visitor Services to ensure the successful implementation of the museum's diverse programming. The Assistant Preparator is committed to learning and developing various skills related to art installation and handling.
Assist the Chief Preparator with gallery preparation, artwork installation, and exhibition changeovers
Collaborate with the Facilities Teams on gallery maintenance, repairs, and environmental controls
Help prepare exhibition spaces including wall preparation, painting, lighting adjustments, and display construction
Support the installation team with unpacking, handling, and installation of artworks
Help with fabrication and maintenance of exhibition furniture, display elements, and custom mounts as needed
Occasionally support the Registrar during installation periods with condition reporting and documentation as needed
Contribute to exhibition de-installation and artwork packing processes
Production Assistance
Assist with the preparation and organization of production materials and supplies
Help maintain organized storage areas for exhibition furniture, tools, and installation materials
Support the documentation of exhibition installations and special projects
Contribute to the development and construction of interactive exhibition components including signage, labels, and didactic materials
Assist with material sourcing, vendor coordination, and inventory management
This position will be hired through Mountain Temps for 90-days. After a 3-month review, this position may be brought in-house as a full-time, benefited employee.
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Assist the Chief Preparator with gallery preparation, artwork installation, and exhibition changeovers
Collaborate with the Facilities Teams on gallery maintenance, repairs, and environmental controls
Help prepare exhibition spaces including wall preparation, painting, lighting adjustments, and display construction
Support the installation team with unpacking, handling, and installation of artworks
Help with fabrication and maintenance of exhibition furniture, display elements, and custom mounts as needed
Occasionally support the Registrar during installation periods with condition reporting and documentation as needed
Contribute to exhibition de-installation and artwork packing processes
Production Assistance
Assist with the preparation and organization of production materials and supplies
Help maintain organized storage areas for exhibition furniture, tools, and installation materials
Support the documentation of exhibition installations and special projects
Contribute to the development and construction of interactive exhibition components including signage, labels, and didactic materials
Assist with material sourcing, vendor coordination, and inventory management
This position will be hired through Mountain Temps for 90-days. After a 3-month review, this position may be brought in-house as a full-time, benefited employee.
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