Modern Art Conservation, a large New York City-based conservation practice, is seeking a qualified candidate to assist our Senior Administrator/Studio Manager and Operations/HR Administrator. The studio specializes in the examination and treatment of modern and contemporary paintings and painted objects. Our clients include museums, galleries, private and corporate collections, auction houses, artist estates/foundations, and contemporary artists.
Responsibilities include: maintaining databases (artwork, photo, library, and contacts), tracking projects, preparing paperwork for condition reports and treatments, proofreading condition reports, doing background research on artworks, scanning and filing paperwork, helping with studio organization and events, maintaining clean and orderly appearance of the studio common spaces and owner’s office on a daily basis, assisting with art handling and conservation photography (we will train), answering phone, ordering lunch, tracking supplies and materials, replenishing and labeling conservation and other studio materials, running errands, and providing PA support to the Director.
The ideal candidate will be familiar with and enthusiastic about an art world job, have an academic background and knowledge of modern and contemporary art and artists, have exceptional organizational and time management skills; be an excellent verbal and written communicator; be friendly, well-mannered, discreet, accurate, and professional; able to take direction from others while contributing to the growth of the company through self-motivation and problem-solving, and possesses the ability to work as part of a close team in a deadline-driven environment where great care must be taken with the art, the team, and the clients. Gallery, museum, or auction house (work or internship) experience required. Must be proficient with Mac computers/Microsoft Office/Database programs, fluent in English, vaccinated, able to work in the US, and happy to travel to far West Chelsea rain, snow, or shine. Full-time (M-F 9:30 - 5:30), in-person. Salary range ($40K - $50K -- commensurate with experience) with benefits (health insurance, 401k, paid holidays and vacation).
Candidates should submit a cover letter, a PDF of your CV with three professional references listed, and a writing sample to job@modernartconservation.com with Admin Assistant 2022 in the subject line. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. No calls or walk-ins please. Preference given to applications received before August 20, 2022 with the position available immediately.
