About this career
Art handlers are trained individuals who work directly with objects in museums and art galleries. They work in coordination with exhibition registrars, collection managers, conservator-restorers and curators, among others, to ensure that objects are safely handled and cared for. Often they are responsible for packing and unpacking art, installing and deinstalling art in exhibitions, and moving art around the museum and storage spaces.
Essential skills
advise on art handling
assess museum object condition
consult exhibition organisers
deliver correspondence
ensure safety of exhibition
handle artworks
supervise artefact movement
Additional skills
advise on loans of art work for exhibitions
compose condition reports
manage loan administration
present exhibition
art collections
art history
conservation techniques
fine arts
Also known as
fine arts packer
museology technician
museum technician
art conservator
art preparator
gallery technician
art handlers
artifacts conservator