At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and install exciting art exhibitions across the UK with a dynamic team.
- Company: Join the Southbank Centre, a vibrant hub for visual arts in London.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, travel opportunities, and a chance to work with diverse artworks.
- Other info: We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make your mark in the art world while exploring the UK and collaborating with creatives.
- Qualifications: Experience in art handling and a passion for visual arts are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are looking for an experienced art handling technician who will participate in the planning, installation, de‑installation and maintenance of Hayward Touring exhibitions, those in the Hayward Gallery itself and on other visual arts projects at Southbank Centre.
Responsibilities
- Plan, install, de‑install and maintain Hayward Touring exhibitions and other visual arts projects.
- Work as part of the Hayward Gallery Operations team, rostered flexibly over 7 days for up to 160 hours over four weeks, including occasional weekends.
- Travel extensively across the UK, often staying overnight away from the London base.
- Handle a wide range of artworks – works on paper, paintings, sculptures and audiovisual installations – with care and expertise.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as an art‑handling technician in a gallery environment.
- Expertise in installing, handling and packing a broad spectrum of artworks.
- Strong knowledge of safe handling and transport of artworks.
Diversity & Inclusion
Southbank Centre welcomes applications from all backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, or Ethnically Diverse communities, or those who are Deaf or disabled. If you require reasonable adjustments, including a BSL interpreter for your interview, please indicate this on your application form. Interviews are currently conducted via Zoom or Google Hangouts; support is available for accessibility assistance.
EEO Statement
Southbank Centre is an equal opportunities employer. Applications from minority groups are encouraged.
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