Employment

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Exhibition Programs, Coordinator
Exhibition Programs

Registration Administrator, Exhibitions
Registration & Collections

Assistant Conservation Scientist
Conservation

Curatorial Assistant
Modern Art

Collections Management Technician
Collections Management

Gallery Construction Supervisor 
Exhibition

Museum Store Associate
Museum Stores

Associate Conservator, Paper
Conservation Center

Greenberg-Steinhauser Post-Doctoral Fellow 
Conservation Center

Curatorial & Exhibitions Programs Administrator 
Curatorial & Exhibitions

Associate Conservator 
Conservation Center

Assistant Conservator, Textiles 
Conservation Center

Andrew W. Mellon Fellow, Textiles 
Conservation Center

Visitor Services Associate 
Visitor Services

Gallery Lighting Technician 
Exhibition Design & Production

Exhibition Programs Coordinator (Regular Full-Time)
Exhibition Programs

Coordinates multiple exhibition projects and permanent collection rotations concurrently per year: maintains the day-to-day status of exhibitions and provides exhibition information to departments across the Museum. Prepares draft contracts; negotiates with other institutions, independent contractors, and living artists on details of contracts; monitors compliance of contracts; and assists with budgeting, and financial reconciliation for exhibitions. This is a 24 month term position that may be renewed on an annual basis, pending the availability of funding.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead planning meetings throughout all stages of assigned exhibition projects, working with the exhibition teams across the Museum (curatorial, registrars, art preparation and installation, collection management, graphic design, conservation, exhibition design and production) on a daily basis to manage projects.
• Prepare and administer exhibition timelines, guiding the planning process simultaneously for several exhibitions at various stages of development. 
• Coordinate approval and dissemination of all official information regarding exhibition titles, dates, credit lines, etc.
• Under direction of Assistant Director of Exhibitions and Senior Financial Analyst, develop packing/shipping budgets for exhibitions and help monitor and track actual expenses against exhibition budgets; prepare financial reconciliations and invoice participating institutions for touring exhibitions.
• Draft and negotiate agreements for exhibitions tours, artist agreements, and independent contractors as assigned and in consultation with Assistant Director of Exhibitions and General Counsel. 
• Other duties related to project stewardship as assigned.

Benefits

• The expected annual salary for this Los Angeles, CA based position is $64,480 - $66,000 , 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
• 2-4 years of museum or project management experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent computer skills with strong command of Microsoft programs.  Knowledge of The Museum System, (TMS) and/or cloud-based project management software a plus
• Quantitative skills to manage and track budgets and schedules
• Collaborative nature, flexibility and helpfulness.   Self-direction and motivation, forethought, a proactive, problem-solving approach

To apply, please use the following link.

Registration Administrator, Exhibitions (Regular Full-Time)
Registration & Collections

Reporting to the Senior Associate Registrar, Exhibitions, the Registration Administrator, Exhibitions will coordinate all administrative duties related to exhibitions and loans. This position is a full-time limited term (January 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025)

Responsibilities

• Preparing shipping and receipt documents for incoming/returning exhibition loans
• Maintaining and updating loan information in the TMS database
• Receiving and releasing shipments
• Overseeing unpacking/packing appointments and documenting the process
• Preparing gallery installation/deinstallation documents
• Making courier arrangements
• Tracking internal exhibition processes to ensure completion
• Completing exhibition gallery inventories
• Paying and preparing invoices
• Involves some travel locally: off-site storage, other museums and the airport for art pick-up and delivery
• Acting as a virtual courier to oversee loans in transit and to communicate with shipping agents and the lender throughout the shipment
• Archiving exhibition and loan files
• Performing other duties or special projects as assigned

Benefits

• The expected hourly for this Los Angeles, CA based position $23.07 - $24.51 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 Art History, Museum Studies, or a related field
• Demonstrated knowledge of standard museum practices and procedures
• Database knowledge (TMS experience is preferred) and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and Google applications is required.

To apply, please use the following link.

Assistant Conservation Scientist (Regular Full-Time)
Conservation

Reporting to Head Scientist, the Assistant Conservation Scientist provides analytical and research support in the Conservation Center, as part of the Conservation Research laboratory. The Assistant Conservation Scientist will carry out scientific research on works of art, in collaboration with conservation and curatorial staff, to improve the understanding and preservation of works of the Museum’s diverse collections.  Your work will be based in our laboratories and offices at the LACMA’s campus in Los Angeles. 

 Responsibilities

• Conduct scientific analysis and research on works of art from the Museum's collections, including paintings, 3D objects, textiles, and work on paper. 
• Synthesize data using advanced statistical data reduction methods, summarize the results in written technical reports, and verbally communicate your findings with stakeholders.
• Evaluate works of art in the Museum’s collection to determine appropriate preservation strategies while they are on exhibition or in storage, which may include microfade testing and color monitoring light-sensitive art, analyzing artworks for unstable artist materials, and identifying factors that would accelerate their deterioration.  
• Collaborate with conservators and curators to contextualize your research findings in terms of significance to the work of art, artist, culture, or historical period.
• Assists in the day-to-day laboratory activities and project planning of the Conservation Research Laboratory, including literature reviews on related topics using scientific and conservation literature, proposing improvements to existing protocols and procedures.
• Actively engages in or participates in publishing new research relating to artists’ materials and techniques. 
• Keeps current with best practices in Art Conservation Science through reading relevant literature and attending workshops or conferences.
• Prioritize your workload, prepare samples, collect, organize, manage, and interpret data, prepare reports, and perform literature reviews.
• Assists in the training and supervision of interns and fellows in conservation materials analysis.
• Performs other duties or special projects as assigned.
• Professional development is encouraged and supported through attendance at specialized training courses and participation in professional meetings and workshops.
• Contacts are primarily within the Museum and may include visitors.
• Seeks a way to share skills and knowledge with others.
• Provides constructive feedback to help others develop.
• Assess internal needs and may recommend options to meet those needs.

Benefits

• The expected annual salary for this Los Angeles, CA based position is $65,000 - $70,000, 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

• A Master’s degree (PhD preferred) in conservation science or STEM fields including chemistry, physical science, geology, and materials science. 
• 1-3 years of experience in scientific research is required, preferably in cultural heritage or a related field.
• Experience using a range of analytical techniques for the characterization of works of art (mainly microscopic, and spectroscopic methodologies) is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct scientific research with a publication record in art conservation-related topics.
• Possess excellent organization, communication, and writing skills.

To apply, please use the following link.

Curatorial Assistant(Regular Full-Time) 
Modern Art

Reporting to the Senior Curator, & Department Head of Modern Art, the Curatorial Assistant will be deeply committed to LACMA’s mission of inclusive access, collaboration, and dialogue, and will be encouraged to work with colleagues across LACMA’s departments. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated interest in expanding the narratives around European twentieth century art. The ideal candidate will have broad intellectual curiosity and a strong interest in connecting time periods, cultures, etc. in an encyclopedic museum context.  

Responsibilities 

• Does collection-focused research related to proposed acquisitions, including biographical, provenance, and bibliographic research; creates and maintains files for proposed acquisitions; and communicates with vendors, collectors, and artists as necessary 
• Prepares acquisition justifications, writes extended object labels 
• Assists with collection rotations, including checklists and interdepartmental coordination 
• Assists with information for Collections Online and for provenance research 
• Contributes texts to online LACMA publications as needed
• Assists with “take” shows as needed
• Assists department curators with research for LACMA-originated exhibitions 
• Assists with donor cultivation, touring the collection galleries and/or exhibitions as needed
• Assists with departmental correspondence, reports, and general office responsibilities
• Answers questions from the public and researchers
• Writes posts related to departmental activities for the LACMA blog as appropriate

Benefits 

• The expected hourly for this Los Angeles, CA based position $23.07 - $24.03 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

• BA in art history, MA preferred
• 2 years museum experience (fellowships and/or internships) or relevant work 
• Knowledge of pre-war and 20th-century American and European art essential 
• Superior research and writing skills required  
• Comfortable with scholarly research 
• Require 2 writing samples (short and longer form)
• Excellent organization and computer skills including MS office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint); familiarity with TMS very helpful  
• Knowledge of a second language preferred  
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills 
• Position entails some offsite work in collection storage, visiting private collections and galleries; some driving required.  
• Applicants from non-traditional backgrounds are encouraged to apply

* All applicants must submit a Cover Letter addressed to the Hiring Manager with their application. Applications without a cover letter will not be reviewed. 

To apply, please use the following link.

Collections Management Technician(Regular Full-Time) 
Collections Management

Reporting to the Associate Collections Manager the Collections Management Technician performs a wide variety of duties in the packing, handling, and organization of LACMA’s collection.  The technician will pack artwork using museum best practices and LACMA specific packing guidelines, assist with the movement of artwork between offsite storage facilities, help facilitate collections access, help maintain the storeroom monitoring programs, and be of assistance to other collections management technicians to maintain day-to-day workflow while remaining focused on the long-term goal of collection relocation. This 8month project will be from January 02, 2024 – July 31, 2024

Responsibilities 

• Rehouse objects from storerooms in an appropriate manner for long term storage and travel using museum best practices and LACMA specific packing guidelines
• Assist with the receiving and releasing of art shipments
• Communicate with colleagues interdepartmentally when needed to ensure the safe handling and packing of objects
• Communicate with registrars and collections managers to track collection conundrums, numbering issues, improve object documentation, and ensure appropriate physical labeling of all storage containers
• Help facilitate collections access
• Complete move object requests as assigned through MORA
• Assist with collection organization
• Attend departmental and project specific meetings
• Exhibit proficiency in TMS through object tracking and inventory processes
• Maintain a clean work area, tools, equipment, and storage areas
• Work consistently within established safety standards and attend mandatory institutional safety trainings
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance

Benefits 

• The expected hourly for this Los Angeles, CA based position is $24.00 - $25.51, 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 equivalent
• Three years of experience with one or more of the following areas: museum collection management, art preparation and installation, museum registration, conservation, carpentry, photography, studio art, theater, film production, libraries, archives, warehouse management, fine art shipping, art gallery management, private collection management, or equivalent
• Experience handling delicate or fragile items
• Ability to operate pallet jacks, hand trucks, dollies, and other lift equipment
• Ability to operate machinery like forklifts, scissor lifts, and stock pickers is desired
• Ability to use hand tools such as drills and impact drivers
• Periodic travel within Los Angeles County is required

To apply, please use the following link.

Gallery Construction Supervisor (Temporary Full-Time) 
Exhibition Design & Production

Reporting to the Manager of Gallery Construction, the Gallery Construction Supervisor supports the programming efforts of the institution with a primary focus on the construction of architecture and specialized furniture supporting the display of LACMA’s collection and loan exhibitions.  The Gallery Construction Supervisor will coordinate operations at museum construction sites, including an off-site shop location, as well as in galleries located on LACMA’s main campus and elsewhere in Los Angeles County. This opportunity is temporary for 6 months. 

Responsibilities 

• Coordinate tasks according to priorities and plans as set by the Manager of Gallery Construction.
• Follow schedules and monitor attendance of Gallery Construction crew.
• Allocate general and daily responsibilities as set by the Manager of Gallery Construction.
• Guarantee all safety precautions and quality standards are met for working in an art museum and construction environment.
• Supervise the use and maintenance of machinery and equipment.
• Ensure project design and structural requirements meet expectations.
• In-gallery point of contact for outside contractors and inspectors.
• Resolve build quality and logistic problems when they arise.
• Report progress to the Manager of Gallery Construction.
• Maintain LACMA Conservation standards in the execution of all exhibition furniture.
• Ensures appropriate personal protection equipment is administered and utilized.

Benefits 

• The expected hourly for this Los Angeles, CA based position is $33.00 to $35.00, 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

• In depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment, and OSHA guidelines.
• Knowledge of art museum construction standards, conservation material specifications, and working procedures in museum environments preferred.
• Ability to read construction drawings.
• Proficiency in Google Suite software, word processing, spreadsheets and PDFs
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Problem-solving abilities
• High school diploma and a minimum of Five (5) years journey-level* experience in carpentry work.

To apply, please use the following link. 

Museum Store Associate (Temporary, Part-Time) 
Museum Stores

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Retail & Merchandising, the Museum Store Associate is responsible for providing outstanding customer service while working front-of-house and online retail at the Museum's stores. The position processes and sells museum merchandise, exhibition catalogs, books, apparel, jewelry, stationery, kids products, home items, and LACMA memberships on a register/computer using point of sale programs. 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 

• Operates a register/computer and receives payment for sale transactions while maintaining strict attention to cash handling accuracy
• Actively promotes, sells, store merchandise and LACMA memberships
• Processes online and special orders
• Gift wraps merchandise
• Takes inventory of merchandise stock and maintains stock levels on the sales floor, and maintains store displays
• Tags and stickers merchandise
• Actively demonstrates a customer-first attitude by exemplifying excellent internal and external customer service skills at all times
• Maintains a conversational knowledge of LACMA’s general policies and procedures, membership programs, and the exhibition and programming schedule
• Shares factual and necessary information with colleagues, visitors, and members via excellent written and verbal communications
• Attends various training sessions as scheduled
• Escalate any customer service issues, complaints, or unanswerable questions to the LACMA Store management team
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance
• Performs other duties or special projects as assigned

Benefits 

• The expected hourly pay for this Los Angeles, CA based position is $18.00 - $19.00, 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

• At least one year of retail experience in a high volume and customer service focused setting
• Background in Art History preferred
• Strong skills in point of sale software, preferably in Erply and Shopify
• 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.

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 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.

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.

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.