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Framer - Matt Cutter & Frame Fitter
NYFA
New York, NY, United States
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Description
CHV Art & Services is looking for a part-time (2-3 days per week - potentially growing to full-time) very experienced matt cutter and frame fitter to join its high-end Chelsea studio. Our clients include museums, galleries, fine-art collectors and artists - demanding and particular work requiring superior craftsmanship. The ideal applicant would be a reliable, self-sufficient, mature individual who can work well with our committed, talented and friendly team.
Responsibilities would include:
o Proper handling of valuable and sometimes fragile artwork;
o Measuring artwork and determining appropriate mat dimensions;
o Cutting mat boards to size - including windows in 8-ply boards particularly;
o Knowledge of and practice with archival hinging techniques;
o Installing frame glazing and fillets;
o Packing artwork safely for transport / shipment.
Compensation: commensurate with experience.