Art Handler / Technician, Contemporary Gallery, Paris

We are currently seeking a full-time Art Handler for a contemporary gallery in Paris. Candidates should be detail-orientated and highly organised along with the ability to multi-task, handle a high level of volume and complexity, with attention to time-sensitivity. Must have experience with high value contemporary art and be a talented communicator, who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities Include:

• Packing, installation, de-installation, condition reports, wall repair, and lighting of works within the gallery.
• Care and maintenance of artworks. Uphold safe storage solutions for inventory within the gallery.
• Assist with packing, installation, and de-installation within the gallery’s exhibition spaces and viewing rooms.
• Maintain inventory of tools and packing materials. Coordinate and purchase supplies from outside vendors.
• Ensure packing, handling and installation standards and protocols are met.
• Release and receipt paperwork oversight, database management, artwork labelling, and document retention.
• Oversee the receive and release of art both packed in crates and soft packing working collaborative outside suppliers.
• Condition check works using technology like Articheck.
• Facilities maintenance (i.e. ensuring best practices with heavy machinery, security system oversight, HVAC, lighting tracks).

Qualifications:

• Fluent in French and English
• Previous experience working within the arts community; gallery or museum background preferred.
• Ability and willingness to work well within a team both in Paris and wider global team.
• Extensive experience safely handling and packing artworks with vast knowledge of installing artworks.
• Ability to lift at least. 23 kgs
• Strong administrative, professional, organisational, and communication skills
• Experience with domestic shipping procedures
• Strong knowledge of and interest in contemporary art
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

There will be the opportunity to attend exhibition openings, viewings, as well as for travel in France or Globally.