Position: Preparator
Status: Independent Contractor
Start Date: June 1
Contact: Francine Weiss
Join the dynamic curatorial team at the Newport Art Museum as we install new exhibitions, refresh galleries, and care for our collection. The Preparator (Independent Contractor) is involved in all technical aspects of art handling working with the Preparator on staff, Chief Curator, Curatorial Fellow, and Registrar. The Preparator (Independent Contractor) prepares galleries for exhibition and works of art for both display and storage, packs and unpacks works of art, and deinstall exhibitions.
This is an independent contractor position. Work is conducted during installation/deinstallation periods and during Museum office hours: Monday – Friday 9:30am- 5pm. Installation periods typically occur quarterly, for a period of 4-6 weeks.
Payment rates are at discretion of the contractor in agreement with the Museum.
The Newport Art Museum recognizes diversity and inclusivity as fundamental to its work culture and integral to its role as a cultural institution serving the public. We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.