What are the responsibilities and job description for the Art Framer position at J. Gernon Picture Framing & Fine Art?
Part Time Picture Framer Wanted
As our Picture Framing & Design Shop & Gallery grows with a 2nd location coming we are looking for a talented individual to join our team.
This is a part-time position, 12 - 16 hours a week, Saturday and Sunday availability a must as well as days/evenings. This position has an opportunity to become a full time position.
Rate of pay depending on experience: $17-20hr.
Flexible work schedule and paid time off.
Employee discount on custom framing, gallery artworks and prints.
Yearly Holiday Bonus
Primary Responsibility and technical knowledge:
Accurately measure & read a measuring tape/ruler to 1/16
Use hand tools/drill, pliers, stapler, nail gun, awl
Fitting skills – Joining/Putty
Matte/foam board cutting/glass & plexi cutting by hand - knowledge of Wizard CMC a plus but not necessary, will train
Finish fitting frames (wire, dust cover, bump ons)
Careful handling of artwork and photographs
Design Skills plus color concepts
Preferable experience floating and hinging delicate works of art
Canvas Stretching, preferable pin & lace for cross-stitch mounting
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to multi-task
Knowledge of art mediums
Organization:
Organizing the frame samples
Maintain tracking of completed custom frame work
Basic clean up of work area
File and organize mats
Secondary Responsibilities:
Work with clients to choose appropriate mat and frame options
Meet and Greet clients who are picking up work and checking them out
General computer skills
Customer Service and Interpersonal:
Interpersonal skills
Personable
Friendly
Outgoing
Great communication skills
Extremely organized
Detail oriented
Customer service and Interpersonal skills are important, as the business reputation has been built on providing the best customer service possible.
Experience:
Picture framing: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person, 182 River Street Troy, NY
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Shift:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Ability to Commute:
- Troy, NY 12180 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $21