Frame Conservator - Museum Services Department, Biltmore Estate, Asheville, NC Reports to Chief Conservator Salary will be commensurate with experience Position is year-round full-time with benefits
The Frame Conservator will undertake examination, documentation, technical analysis, and treatment of gilded, painted and clear finished frames for artworks in Biltmore's permanent collection. The incumbent will make temporary display frames for large artworks when needed so that they may remain on display while the original frame is undergoing treatment. Other duties may include preventive care, maintenance and conservation consulting on all the collections, and collections research where appropriate. In addition, the incumbent will provide general assistance and support for leadership, the department, and company as required. Please note: This position is a two year assignment. Qualifications: 1. Master's degree in conservation from a recognized training program strongly preferred, preferably with an emphasis on gilded frames. 2. Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience treating gilded frames. Equivalent combination of education/experience considered. 3. Demonstrated knowledge of traditional and non-traditional gilding and gilding conservation techniques. 4. Demonstrated ability to construct large frames suitable for displaying paintings and proven knowledge of the relationship between painting and frame to ensure paintings are safely supported. 5. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are a must; able to convey information clearly and concisely both in written and spoken form. 6. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Photoshop desirable. Proficient photography skills required. 7. Strong planning, time management, and organizational skills; ability to prioritize work and adapt as needed. Proactive, exercises good judgment; creatively problem solves. 8. Demonstrated commitment to delivery of world class internal/external guest service. 9. Works professionally and effectively as part of a team at all levels. Physical Requirements: 1. Excellent manual dexterity, great attention to detail, and a demonstration of hand skills and/or art/craft experience; good eye-to-hand coordination critical. 2. Ability to work in both a lab setting and in the field, standing/walking and/or sitting for extended periods of time as needed. 3. May be exposed to fumes, dust, dirt, pollen, chemicals, and/or other particulates; position requires the ability to wear a respirator as necessary when working with certain chemicals. 4. Will need to travel between locations on the estate; valid driver's license required. To apply please visit https://re21.ultipro.com/BIL1001/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*4921EA7FDA8B6B42 Or contact Biltmore's staffing services department at 828-225-6122 ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to consdistlist-le...@cool.conservation-us.org Searchable archives: http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/
