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