[NHCOLL-L:3150] Job annoucement - Preparator

Rochelle Bennett rbennett79 at msn.com
Mon Aug 7 10:20:56 EDT 2006


PREMIER EXHIBITIONS, Inc.

Exhibition Preparator

Premier Exhibitions, Inc. is a fast-growing publicly traded company 
(NASDAQ:PRXI) in the business of developing and touring museum quality 
exhibitions.  The company is currently seeking a highly qualified 
Exhibitions Preparator who will report to the Collections Manager. 
Responsibilities will focus on the maintenance of current traveling 
exhibitions both domestically and abroad.

Duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, traveling 
to exhibition venues for the purpose of:
•	Assessing and/or repairing damaged displays
•	Cleaning polymer preserved specimens
•	Installing/deinstalling objects for press events, education events, and 
maintenance

Other responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
•	Evaluation of existing labels and signage throughout gallery spaces
•	Evaluation of environmental conditions such as lighting and temperature
•	Appraisal of damage/wear, which may require immediate attention, and 
following through until issues are resolved.
•	Safe and careful handling of both historic artifacts and polymer preserved 
specimens.

Requirements:
•	Candidate must be flexible and available to travel to domestic and 
international venues, and often work outside of venue visitor hours.
•	The willingness to communicate with venue staff, assess issues, and often 
come up with creative and safe solutions is instrumental.

Qualifications:
•	Bachelor’s degree with strong interest in biology and the human body
•	2-5 years experience with natural history or science-oriented museum 
collections
•	Knowledge and experience in basic mount-making and carpentry
•	Sensitivity to the correct handling and maintenance of museum objects
•	Ability to lift 50 lbs
•	Ability to climb ladders
•	The candidate must possess strong organizational and communication skills
•	Ability to work in a fast paced environment with strict deadlines
•	Willingness to work alone or as part of a small team.

This position is a full time salaried position.  Please send cover letter, 
resume, a minimum of two professional references, and salary requirements 
to:
E-mail: ssavatsky at prxi.com  or
fax: 404-685-3833 or

PREMIER EXHIBITIONS, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. PROSPECTIVE 
CANDIDATES WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION BECAUSE OF 
RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, CREED, GENDER, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, 
MARITAL OR VETERAN STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, OR ANY OTHER LEGALLY 
PROTECTED STATUS.
RMS Titanic, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Premier Exhibitions, Inc. 
For more information visit: www.rmstitanic.net or 
www.bodiestheexhibition.com

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