Seasonal Fine Art Framer (Part-Time)

About the role

This part‑time seasonal position supports Phillips Auctioneers by providing professional fine‑art framing services for specialist departments, galleries and off‑site locations. The role ensures that framing, handling and shipping deadlines are met with the highest standards of care.

Key responsibilities

• Cutting mattes, plexi and glass to specification.
• Archival hinging of photographs and various works on paper.
• Fitting artwork and maintaining the framing studio.
• Collaborating with Property Managers, Shipping, Specialists and other departments to assess framing needs.
• Ordering framing supplies and frames from vendors.
• Tracking workflow in spreadsheets, Voxme and Auctiontools.
• Ensuring safe storage of objects in the warehouse or gallery.
• Assisting with installations at galleries and off‑site locations.

Required profile

• Art education required; Bachelor of Arts preferred.
• 5+ years experience in fine‑art framing, including photographs, drawings, prints and editions.
• 5+ years experience handling art safely and professionally.
• Strong attention to detail, reliable attendance and ability to work under pressure.

Required skills

• Matt cutting
• Archival hinging
• Plexi and glass cutting
• Various packing methods for art media
• MS Office Suite / Outlook
• Voxme software

What we offer

• Hourly pay range $35.00‑$40.00
• Work in Long Island City warehouse and Park Avenue galleries
• Opportunities to travel locally for installations