Employment

An Equal Opportunity Employer: It is the policy of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art to provide all persons with equal employment practices and opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran or marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Reporting to the API, Manager, Exhibitions the Art Preparator I, executes work related to LACMA’s extensive and diverse art programs: exhibitions, permanent collections, and outgoing and incoming loans. Installs and maintains permanent galleries, special exhibition and temporary exhibition spaces, and art storage areas. Uses appropriate materials, equipment, and methods to display, store, pack and transport works of art. Executes the unpacking/packing, installation, disassembly, and storage of works of art, and associated materials for permanent and special exhibition galleries.

Responsibilities

• Works on assignments that are routine in nature
• Assists in the movement, packing and crating of works of art
• Under supervision, performs basic carpentry and painting tasks
• Assists in gallery installation and de-installation
• Adheres to LACMA safety procedures
• Keeps work areas neat and organizes supplies, equipment, and digital files
• Collaborates across departments to pack, crate, receive, deliver, and install works of art and exhibitions
• Performs other duties or special projects as assigned
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance

Benefits

• The expected hourly rate for this Los Angeles, CA based position is $22.90 - $23.50, subject to change, and the position is eligible for LACMA’s comprehensive benefits package, including pension plan.
• LACMA is committed to providing its employees with valuable and competitive benefits as a core part of a strong overall employee experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1-3 years related experience
• License to operate a variety of vehicles and forklifts
• Travels to and from LACMA locations across Los Angeles
• Strong physical and digital organizational skills.
• Familiar with art object handling and installation, and art object packing and crating
• Competent in woodworking, cabinetry, metalworking, plastics, painting or decorative finishes, general construction, and/or moving heavy artwork by rigging
• Strong hand-eye coordination, spatial awareness and reasoning skills, large and small motor skills, and sensitivity to and understanding of materials
• Proficient with Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Docs
• Ability to read and interpret documents

To apply, please use the following link.

Associate Conservator (Regular, Full-time) 
Conservation Center

Reporting to the Head of the Textiles Lab, the Associate Conservator is responsible for the care and study of the Museum’s large holdings of textiles and costumes. The Los Angeles County Museum of Art hosts numerous exhibitions, installations and loans per year from its encyclopedic collections and is dedicated to the acquisition, conservation, exhibition and interpretation of these collections. 

The Associate Conservator is part of the larger Conservation Center, with specialists in objects, paintings, textiles, time-based media, and scientific research. Duties in this full-time position include: examination, treatment, research and preventative care for artworks in the permanent collection, as well as planning and preparation of artworks for exhibitions and loans. The Associate Conservator reports to the Head of Textiles Lab and works collaboratively with colleagues across the Museum, including direct involvement with scientific and conservation staff, curators, exhibitions coordinators, registrars, special collections managers, and art preparators. 

Responsibilities

• Conducts examination, study, and treatment of artworks in the Museum’s permanent collections to highest current standards including development and research toward best practices and new treatment technologies. 
• Provides written and photographic documentation for all conservation treatment, technical information for data base entries, labels, publication, and authentication. 
• Advises curators and other staff on technical issues related to artworks in the collection and potential acquisitions. 
• Develops and provides oversight for preventative care and storage solutions, installation, packing and transit. 
• Participates in the planning, treatment, and installation of textiles and costumes for exhibition throughout the museum’s extensive galleries, including unique display systems for mounting works of art. 
• Assesses textiles and costumes for touring exhibitions and loans including treatment, environmental specifications, and recommendations for safe transit and display. 
• Collaborates with the science division on research into materials, artists’ methods and fabrication, and new treatment technologies. Presents or publishes research in professional journals and conferences. 
• Ensures that best practices for preventive and sustainable conservation are implemented in the use of materials chosen for exhibition, storage, and transit. 
• Has knowledge of Integrated Pest Management. 
• Participates in condition reporting writing and condition checks in the gallery.
• Evaluates potential loans with regard to treatment needs, environmental specifications and other special requirements. Performs courier duties as assigned. 
• Provides supervision and instruction for junior staff, fellows and interns. 
• Responds to inquiries from colleagues, scholars, and the general public. Conducts tours and gives lectures.
• Keeps informed of current techniques and research by attending conferences and courses, reading conservation literature, and maintaining a professional network that is used to further the work of the institution. 

Benefits

• The expected annual salary for this Los Angeles, CA based position is $70,000-75,000, subject to change, and the position is eligible for LACMA’s comprehensive benefits package, including pension plan

• LACMA is committed to providing its employees with valuable and competitive benefits as a core part of a strong overall employee experience. 

Qualifications

• MA in art conservation with specialization in textile and costume conservation. 
• A minimum of 5 years museum conservation experience is necessary. 
• Demonstrated abilities in the examination, analysis, documentation and treatment of textiles and costumes. 
• Ability to perform a wide variety of conservation procedures with manual dexterity and sensitivity to materials. 
• Knowledge of emergency preparedness and emergency response and integrated pest management. 
• Demonstrated accomplishment in conservation research and writing preferred.
• Experience with emerging technologies in conservation practice preferred. 
• Ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects in a highly demanding and fast paced work environment. 
• Ability to supervise junior staff and interns. 
• Good communication skills. 
• Strong writing skills applied to documentation, social media, departmental communications, and potential grant writing. 
• Strong computer skills.

To apply, please use the following link.

Assistant Mountmaker (Regular, Full-time) 
Conservation Center

Reporting to the Mountmaking Manager, the Assistant Mountmaker is responsible for fabricating and installing the structures that safely support collections of artworks and artifacts while they are on exhibit. This is a hands-on training opportunity with Los Angeles County Museum of Art for a 3-year term. LACMA hosts numerous exhibitions, installations, and loans per year from its encyclopedic collection, and is dedicated to the acquisition, conservation, display, and interpretation of these objects. 

Responsibilities

• Proficiency in metal fabrication working in steel and occasionally brass.    
• Knowledge of proper art handling protocols. 
• Knowledge of Conservation practices and standards.
• Must be able to organize time and meet deadlines.
• Will be required to lift heavy objects at times.
• Excellent communication skills and a desire to work cooperatively with curators, art installers, and conservation staff.
• Must be flexible to work onsite, or travel to offsite locations when needed.
• Ability to adapt to varying project needs.
• Knowledge of computer-based design programs will be an advantage, but optional. 

Benefits

• The expected salary for this Los Angeles, CA based position is $22.00 - $24.00, subject to change, and the position is eligible for LACMA’s comprehensive benefits package, including pension plan
• LACMA is committed to providing its employees with valuable and competitive benefits as a core part of a strong overall employee experience. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in fine art, jewelry design, industrial arts, or an acceptable equivalent in education and experience.
• A minimum of three years of mountmaking experience, with seismic mountmaking skills preferred.
• A minimum of three years of artifact handling or collection handling experience, preferably in a museum environment.
• Please apply with a portfolio that demonstrates your experience.

To apply, please use the following link.

Jr Installation Specialist, Costume & Textiles (Regular, Full-Time)
Collections Management

Reporting to the Associate Collections & Installation Manager, Costume & Textiles, the Junior Installation Specialist is responsible for the three-dimensional mounting of costumes for exhibition, loans and other programs, balancing preservation and safety of the artwork with the curatorial vision for display. Mounting costumes includes customizing mannequins and fabricating three-dimensional mounts and support systems. The Installation Specialist reports to the Senior Associate Collections and Installation Manager, and works in close collaboration with curatorial staff in the Costume and Textiles Department, curators in other departments utilizing costumes for programming, and textile conservation staff. 

Responsibilities

• Maintains a close working relationship with the Costumes & Textiles department, the Conservation Center, and other related departments to understand general programming priorities, and the specific needs of each program on the project-level and object-level
• Builds archival mounts that will support three-dimensional costume artworks, provide security for the objects, and convey the curatorial artistic aesthetic
• With oversight from the Sr. Asst. Installation specialist, works with Conservation Science to determine appropriate archival materials
• With the Installation team and/or Costume and Textiles department staff, acts as a courier, including overseeing art handling staff at borrowing institution who are assisting with LACMA artworks
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance

Benefits

• The expected salary for this Los Angeles, CA based position is $21.00 - $23.00, subject to change, and the position is eligible for LACMA’s comprehensive benefits package, including pension plan
• LACMA is committed to providing its employees with valuable and competitive benefits as a core part of a strong overall employee experience. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or technical certification from a museum technology program
• Coursework in costume history and costume construction
• One years of experience as a technician in collections management, mount making in a museum or gallery setting, or costume/clothing fabrication in theater, film or fashion
• 1 year of art handling experience
• Familiarity with MS Office, Google Suite, Photoshop, databases or similar software
• Ability to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations guided by generally accepted technical standards, practices, and policies

To apply, please use the following link.

Assistant Conservator, Textiles (Regular, Full-Time)
Conservation Center

Reporting to the Head of the Textiles Lab and with instruction from the Full and/or the Associate Conservators, the Assistant Conservator takes part in the day-to-day operation of the Textiles Conservation Lab. The Assistant Conservator assists with departmental responsibilities related to the preservation and conservation of textiles and costumes for The Los Angeles County Museum of Art which hosts numerous exhibitions, installations, and loans per year from its encyclopedic collection. 

Responsibilities

• Prepares and reviews condition reports for works of art on loan and new acquisitions. 
• Prepares treatment proposals and reports in order to document all conservation work. 
• Under supervision, conducts skilled treatment of a wide range of textiles and costumes. 
• Undertakes the conservation of textiles and costumes. 
• Collaborates with curatorial and conservation on the design and fabrication of mounts for textile installation in the gallery. 
• Provides technical information for labels, publication, and authentication as needed. 
• Performs research and interacts with curators and other professionals to understand the significance of artwork and the artist’s intentions. 
• Advises on appropriate environmental conditions for the safe display and storage of works of art. 
• Acts as a courier for traveling exhibitions and loans. 
• Assists conservation staff with the routine maintenance of the laboratory and the ordering of equipment and supplies. 
• Conducts research into materials, history of fabrication, artists’ methods, and scientific data on the properties of materials. 
• Presents or publishes this research in scholarly journals and/or professional meetings or symposia. 
• Provides supervision and instruction for interns and volunteers as needed. 
• Responds to questions from the general public. 
• Performs other duties or special projects as assigned. 
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.  

Benefits

• The expected salary for this Los Angeles, CA based position is $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 subject to change, and the position is eligible for LACMA’s comprehensive benefits package, including pension plan
• LACMA is committed to providing its employees with valuable and competitive benefits as a core part of a strong overall employee experience

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a recognized conservation training program, with a specialization in textile conservation. 
• 2+ years experience in conservation. 
• Ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects in a highly demanding and fast-paced work environment. 
• Ability to perform a wide variety of conservation procedures with manual dexterity and sensitivity to materials. 
• Knowledge of emergency preparedness and integrated pest management. 
• Good communication skills, verbally and in writing, and strong computer skills. 
• A demonstrated ability to treat a wide variety of textiles and costumes, communicate effectively, and work well with other museum staff is essential.

To apply, please use the following link.

Manager of Gallery Media (Regular, Full-Time)
Exhibition Design & Production

Reporting to the Associate Director of Exhibition Design and Production, the Manager of Gallery Media supports the institution’s planning efforts with a primary focus on the installation and support of timed-based media artwork for LACMA’s temporary exhibitions and permanent collection presentations. The successful candidate must possess strong oral and written communication skills, exercise sound judgment and discretion in the handling of confidential matters, and have the ability to plan, budget, organize, prioritize, meet deadlines, and work cooperatively with others. A sensitivity to artists and their work is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and install permanent collection and temporary exhibitions installations of contemporary artworks that include video, film, slide, audio and/or computer-based technologies
• Supervise the time-based media technical staff and contractors
• Develop and capture project criteria with Exhibitions, Exhibition Design & Production, and Curatorial staff
• Work with artists to support their creative vision
• Develop project schedules and budgets
• Maintain Gallery Media inventoryCollaborate with Exhibition Design, Gallery Construction, Gallery Lighting, and Exhibitions; consulting with various Museum departments, including Curatorial, Conservation, Registrar, Art Preparation and Installation, Facilities, Program Audio Visual, etc
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned

Benefits

• The expected salary for this Los Angeles, CA based position is $90,000 - $105,000, subject to change, and the position is eligible for LACMA’s comprehensive benefits package, including pension plan
• LACMA is committed to providing its employees with valuable and competitive benefits as a core part of a strong overall employee experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Film and Video Production, Digital Media, Fine Arts, Visual Arts, and/or a related field.
• Minimum of seven years experience in managing staff and working with time-based media technologies and their implementation at an art museum or gallery
• A combination of related training, education, and/or experience is acceptable 

To apply, please use the following link.

Head of Publications (Regular, Full-Time)
Publications

Reporting to the Senior Deputy Director for Art Administration & Collections, the Head of Publications develops and manages, to the highest standard, an encyclopedic publications program featuring scholarship and research of twelve curatorial departments, across multiple digital and print platforms. This position manages the activities of the Publications and Rights & Reproductions departments, as well as the Graphic Design and Photographic Services departments, including budget and supervision of staff and freelancers. 

Responsibilities

• Supports exhibitions and collections by providing consultation and conceptualization, business plan and financial oversight, editing and project management for approximately 5–10 print publications and 1–3 digital publications per year
• Oversees editing and development of digital exhibition guides, exhibition labels and other environmental graphics
• Devises and implements strategy for trade distribution of publications
• Oversees licensing of museum images and publishing assets, working with General Counsel to ensure compliance with copyright law and LACMA’s own fair use guidelines
• Facilitates storytelling process to inform production of interpretive materials developed in conjunction with exhibitions and collection presentations across multiple platforms
• Ensures integration of Spanish and other language into interpretive materials as needed
• Participates in museum’s exhibition planning and collection development processes
• Creates systems that promote cross-departmental collaboration and enhance productivity
• Leads ongoing development of innovative online, print-on-demand, collection book initiative (Collator), including management of image and text database, front and back-end web interfaces, a digital print production flow, press and marketing strategies, fulfillment and financial processing, and customer support
• Meets periodically with Museum Director regarding institutional Publications strategies and special projects
• Mentors staff and research fellows

Benefits

• The expected annual salary for this Los Angeles, CA based position is $160,000 - $175,000, subject to change, and the position is eligible for LACMA’s comprehensive benefits package, including pension plan. 
• LACMA is committed to providing its employees with valuable and competitive benefits as a core part of a strong overall employee experience. 

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Art History, Literature, or related field 
• At least ten years of experience in Museum Publishing, Art Publishing, or closely related field
• Superior project management skills 
• Strong communication skills
• High level of comfort working within a creative environment and with fixed deadlines
• Skilled problem solver
• Ability to work with precision and creativity within tight budgets 
• Flexibility to accommodate organizational changes 

To apply, please use the following link.

Andrew W. Mellon Fellow, Textiles (Regular Full-Time)
Conservation Center

Reporting to the Senior Conservator, The Andrew W. Mellon Fellow will work on the conservation of textiles and costume from the permanent collection. The position includes a stipend for research and travel given at the discretion of the Director of Conservation. This Fellowship is a one-year position with potential for renewal.

Responsibilities

• Examines and treats a wide range of textiles and costumes
• Supports preventive conservation activities, exhibitions and loans, as well as conservation outreach.
• Collaborates with conservators, conservation scientists, collections care specialists, curators and other Museum staff.
• Develops a research project focused on artist materials or techniques and/or new treatment methodologies in collaboration with the Center’s Research Laboratory. 
• Publishes and/or presents the research in a professional journal or conference. 
• Participates in informal lectures, symposia, workshops as well as visits and collaborates with nearby cultural institutions. 
• Couriers works of art on loan or exhibition to other museums and institutions.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a recognized art conservation program or have equivalent work or apprenticeship experience, with a specialization in textiles/objects conservation.
• Demonstrates visual, manual, and scholarly aptitudes. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates must submit the following material

• A curriculum vitae including basic biographical information, current and permanent addresses and telephone numbers, education, experience and interests.
• Letters of recommendation from three professional references.
• A short statement of the candidate's interest and intent in applying for the fellowship.

To apply, please use the following link.

Andrew W. Mellon Conservation Fellowship, Paper (Regular Full-Time)
Conservation Center

Reporting to the Senior Conservator in Conservation Center, The Andrew W. Mellon Fellow will work on the conservation of works of art on paper, photographs, books and/or archives.  The position includes a stipend for research and travel given at the discretion of the Director of Conservation. This Fellowship is a one-year position with potential for renewal.

Responsibilities

• Examines and treats a wide range of works of art on paper and photographs.
• Supports preventive conservation activities, exhibitions and loans, as well as conservation outreach.
• Collaborates with conservators, conservation scientists, collections care specialists, curators and other Museum staff.
• Develops a research project focused on artist materials or techniques and/or new treatment methodologies in collaboration with the Center’s Research Laboratory. 
• Publishes and/or presents the research in a professional journal or conference. 
• Participates in informal lectures, symposia, workshops as well as visits and collaborates with nearby cultural institutions. 
• Couriers works of art on loan or exhibition to other museums and institutions.

Benefits

• The expected hourly for this Los Angeles, CA based position is $24.04 - $25.58, subject to change, and the position is eligible for LACMA’s comprehensive benefits package, including pension plan.

• LACMA is committed to providing its employees with valuable and competitive benefits as a core part of a strong overall employee experience.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a recognized art conservation program or have equivalent work or apprenticeship experience, with a specialization in works of art on paper and/or photographs. 
• Demonstrates visual, manual, and scholarly aptitudes. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Interested candidates must submit the following material

• A curriculum vitae including basic biographical information, current and permanent addresses and telephone numbers, education, experience and interests.
• Letters of recommendation from three professional references.
• A short statement of the candidate's interest and intent in applying for the fellowship.

To apply, please use the following link.

Visitor Services Associate (Temporary Part-Time)
Visitor Services

The Visitor Services Associate is responsible for providing outstanding visitor service while working front-of-house posts at the Ticket Office or in the museum. The position processes and sells museum admission, special programming tickets, LACMA membership, and LACMA Fund donations. The Associate position also provides outstanding visitor service while working within select exhibition spaces ensuring that museum policies and procedures are upheld and sharing important information pertaining to specific works of art. The Associate consistently presents a positive, friendly, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic attitude at all times while working with a variety of LACMA constituencies including the general public, members, donors, VIPs, and staff.  

Responsibilities

• Actively demonstrates a guest-first attitude by exemplifying excellent internal and external guest service skills at all times
• Actively promotes, sells, and services the LACMA membership program
• Maintains a conversational knowledge of LACMA’s general policies and procedures, membership programs, and the exhibition and programming schedule
• Clearly and concisely explains certain aspects of visitor experience that pertain to specific works of art
• Assists visitors in the capacity of gallery support when required
• Shares factual and necessary information with colleagues, visitors and members via excellent written and verbal communications
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance 
• Employee is required to attend various training sessions as scheduled
• Operates register and receives payment for ticket, membership and donation transactions while maintaining a strict attention to cash handling accuracy
• Escalate any guest service issues, complaints, or unanswerable questions to the Visitor Services Leadership team
• Performs other duties or projects as assigned

Benefits

• The expected hourly pay for this Los Angeles, CA based position is $19.50 subject to change.
• LACMA is committed to providing its employees with valuable and competitive benefits as a core part of a strong overall employee experience.

Qualifications

• At least two years of relevant experience in a high volume and customer service focused setting 
• Background in Art History preferred
• Strong skills in ticketing software, preferably in Tessitura
• Basic math skills
• Must operate with attention to detail and strong organizational skills while managing a continuous workflow 
• Open availability including holidays, nights, and weekends

To apply, please use the following link.

Gallery Lighting Technician (Regular, Full-Time)
Exhibition Design & Production

Reporting to the Manager of Gallery Construction, this position is a critical member of LACMA’s construction staff and supports the Exhibitions program at the museum. Working in the museum’s art environments and gallery spaces, the Gallery Lighting Technician supports the museum’s exhibition program through the installation, maintenance, and alteration of gallery lighting fixtures and other electrical equipment. 

Responsibilities

• Working in coordination with the Exhibition Design and Production team to meet exhibition requirements and deadlines. 
• Programs gallery lighting via museum’s lighting control system. 
• Assembles, installs, troubleshoots, tests, and maintains light fixtures and electrical devices. - Performs skilled professional work in the installation, maintenance and repair of wiring, breakers, electrical appliances, branch circuits, switchboards, outlets, timers, etc. - Uses standard and specialized electrical devices or equipment such as voltmeter, amp meter, ohmmeter, megohm meter, light meter, and other electrical hand tools. 
• Repairs and maintains gallery electrical fixtures and equipment, including power adapters,
• ballasts, transformers, and LED components. 
• Maintains tools and equipment in good working condition. 
• Working closely with our Facilities department to adhere to architectural, electrical and fire codes. - Maintains and follows proper safety procedures. 
• Maintains records of work performed and prepares reports as required. 
• May supervise apprentices or helpers.  

Benefits

• The expected hourly for this Los Angeles, CA based position is $27.88 - $29.81, subject to change, and the position is eligible for LACMA’s comprehensive benefits package, including pension plan.
• LACMA is committed to providing its employees with valuable and competitive benefits as a core part of a strong overall employee experience.

Qualifications

• California DIR Electrical Certification (required) 
• Knowledge of current LED technologies and strategies. 
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and electrical drawings. 
• Keen color perception 
• Ability to carry up to 50 pounds, to work safely on ladders, and to perform duties at heights over twenty-five feet. 
• Comfort and ease while working with a wide range of personalities in a creative environment. - Museum, theme park or theatrical experience preferred.

To apply, please use the following link.

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How to Apply

To be considered for any of the openings listed, please forward your resume including a list of references, and a cover letter indicating the position(s) of interest, as well as any salary requirements, to LACMA Human Resources, via our online system. Follow the link at the bottom of the position posting to apply through the online system. Not compatible with Firefox.