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Benjamin Woolford

Indianapolis

Summary

Detail-oriented, hard worker who thrives on direct communication and is passionate about the care, treatment, and informative value of art and artifacts. Easy going person who understands the importance of the task at hand. Years of experience working in a sculpture workshop and gallery space. Desire to take on new challenges. Adept at working unsupervised and mastering new skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Preparator

Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art
09.2023 - Current

Responsible for installation and deinstallation of all museum exhibits.

Prepared all art items for exhibition i.e. mount making, framing and hinging 2D work, constructing pedestals.

Designed, constructed, and packed all interior packing for loans.

Communicated with contractors i.e. painters, storage/movers, and art handlers in advance of exhibits.

Worked with Collections Manager to construct archival boxes taking optimal archival methods into consideration.

Executed exhibit layouts designed by Exhibition Designer.

Art Handler

Storage Space Art Gallery
04.2023 - Current
  • Planned, organized, and executed exhibitions with a wide array of art objects.
  • Designed and crafted means of displaying 2D and 3D art such as floating shelves, frames, and fishing line hanging systems.
  • Collaborated with other art handlers on the curation and ideal treatment of the art.
  • Maintained an even quality of treatment throughout each exhibition as to not distract from the art.
  • Maintained positive working relationships with fellow staff and management.

Shop Technician Assistant

Herron School Of Art And Design
11.2021 - 08.2023
  • Tested and fixed gallery lighting.
  • Maintained and repaired pedestals.
  • Patched and painted gallery walls.
  • Designed and built tool storage systems for metal and wood shops.
  • Helped the technician complete advanced repairs to equipment, components, and systems.
  • Cleaned, maintained, and properly stocked shop for day-to-day use.
  • Taught and answered students' questions related to shop procedures and equipment use.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sculpture And Printmaking

Herron School of Art And Design
08.2023

Skills

  • Wood working, rough and fine levels of finish
  • Metal fabrication
  • Foam carving and sculpting
  • Hand and Machine Sewing
  • Exhibition Planning
  • Studio and Gallery Maintenance
  • Good at asking questions and following directions
  • Friendly, positive attitude

Timeline

Preparator

Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art
09.2023 - Current

Art Handler

Storage Space Art Gallery
04.2023 - Current

Shop Technician Assistant

Herron School Of Art And Design
11.2021 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Sculpture And Printmaking

Herron School of Art And Design
Benjamin Woolford