Art Conservation Studio Assistant

RLA Conservation of Art + Architecture, Inc.

Los Angeles, CA

RLA Conservation of Art + Architecture seeks to hire a dynamic, collaborative and enthusiastic arts professional to work as part of our Los Angeles-based studio. This position can be either part time or full time. The position reports to the Operations Director and Chief Conservator but works collaboratively with a range of conservators and office personnel to achieve the goals of managing our practice. The ideal candidate will know Los Angeles and the art world well, and be well-versed in contemporary artists and museums. The job requirements are as follows:

IN-STUDIO
- Receiving Objects - client and art handler management, photos, signage, forms
- Maintain inventory for uniforms
- Maintain holiday gift list names/addresses

MARKETING:
- Assist with social media postings

ADMINISTRATIVE
- Go to vendors and pick up materials and deliver to site or elsewhere
- Answering phones - taking appropriate messages and passing them along correctly
- Assist with drafting proposals and getting travel, materials, equipment costs
- Photography - get photos from techs and Conservators. File and organize properly.
- Project assistance - some work as Technician on maintenance treatments
- Manage project tracker and keep up to date
- Help create weekly schedule & keep calendar up to date

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
- Assist conservators in pest control and anoxic treatments
- Some personal assistant things for the chief conservators
- Fit test staff for respirators

INVENTORY & BUILDING MANAGEMENT
- Manage building leaks and other real-estate related issues
- Laundry – weekly or as needed
- A/C filters changing

The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills. Good grammar and spelling are essential in this position. Please state in your cover letter whether you seek part or full time work.
Send resume and cover letter to [email protected] by 11/19/21.
$20.00- $27.00 per hour, commensurate with experience. 8 paid holidays, PTO, 2 weeks vacation, pension plan, health insurance payment, annual bonus of 3-5% of salary (for full time, otherwise pro-rated.)

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