Temporary Registrar, Museum Department

Skirball Cultural Center

Los Angeles, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$45–$45
SKILLS
Adobe Acrobat, Archaeology, Art History, Best Practices, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Detail Oriented, Interpersonal Skills, Loan Conditions, Loans, Multitasking, On Call, Order Picking/Packing, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Registrar, Team Player, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Los Angeles, CA
POSTED
2 days ago

The Skirball Cultural Center seeks an enthusiastic team player to serve as on-call Temporary Registrar. Reporting directly to the Head Registrar, this limited-term, on-call position is responsible for assisting with installation and the de-installation of the museum's robust schedule of rotating exhibitions. This position works closely with other members of the museum department to include: registrars, curators, preparators, administrative staff, and exhibition coordinators.

This is an on-site position running through October 23.

Salary Range: $45/Hour

Essential Duties

  • Creates digital condition reports of incoming loans.
  • Tracks mounting and framing needs of loans to facilitate Preparators in readying loans for display.
  • Assists with exhibition installation.
  • Object handling with regard to installing, deinstalling, packing, shipping, and storage.

Qualifications, Experience, and Attributes

  • Bachelor's degree, with coursework in Museum Studies, History, Art History, Archaeology or closely related field is preferred.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop collaborative relationships across the institution.
  • Demonstrated skills in condition reporting, artifact handling, and knowledge of museum best practices.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.Excellent IT tool proficiency, demonstrated ability to utilize Office 365 applications and PDF Expert.

About the Company

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Skirball Cultural Center