We have an exciting opportunity for an Experienced Museum Mount Maker to join Plowden & Smith's mount making department, regularly working on high-profile international projects. Some recent examples include projects in London, Edinburgh, Germany, Denmark, the USA, India, and the Middle East. You will need: · Proven experience of working on museum or gallery mount production for three dimensional objects (e.g. jewellery, firearms, ceramics, books) · Technical skills and ability to work in acrylic, metal (including brazing) and wood · Driving licence You should have the ability to: · Talk to clients to discuss proposed mount designs and production methods · Work carefully, quickly and efficiently, handling irreplaceable objects with care and consideration · Work on large (heavy) statuary and architectural fragments · Work within a team, but also independently It would be advantageous to have experience in: · Welding · Sketching/technical drawing · Paint spraying Due to the nature of the work, although you will be based at our London workshop you are likely to be required to work away from the workshop (both nationally and internationally) for up to 6 weeks at a time. This may be required 4-5 times per year (per diem is paid for overnight stays). This job will be offered as an 8-month contract with the expectation that it will be extended to a full-time post. Salary will be between £25-35k per annum dependent on experience. To register your interest in this role, please supply a CV and a portfolio showing mounts you have produced with a short description of skills employed, to lauren.healy@plowden-smith.com

Hello everyone! It's been a while since I've posted here. Trapped in a whirlwind of clients and projects and general laziness. I currently have the tiniest of pools of available contract Mountmakers that can travel and take on month+ long projects as a subcontractor for Spark&Anvil. Every so often I like to cast my net here and see if I can stock this pool further. That being said, anyone out there talented and hungry? Any leads from my friends that are still 'institutionalized'? Or just comment and say hello! I miss you guys ya know? Yours, James Spark and Anvil

Come join us at The Field Museum we are searching searching for an Exhibitions Preparator I (Mountmaker) to join our team! Under direct supervision and usually as part of a team, the Preparator/Mountmaker will fabricate mounts and install and deinstall temporary and permanent exhibits. Reports to Crew Leader, Production Supervisor, or Production Manager as assigned. To see full job description and application go to: https://careers.hireology.com/fieldmuseum/889155/description Duties and Responsibilities: Assist with fabrication, assembly, installation, dismantling and/or moving of exhibit properties Fabricating safe and stable structural support mounts for a variety of artifacts and specimens. Fabrication materials include metal, acrylic, fabric, and foam Artifact handling and transport within the museum Cleaning and repairing existing exhibits and displays Mounting and dismounting artifacts Building prototypes, samples, and models Other appropriate duties as assigned Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent education is required; BA, formal training or equivalent experience is desired Experience with oxyacetylene soldering or basic metalworking preferred At least two years of work experience in a museum, industrial shop, or fine gallery is preferred Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a team setting Must demonstrate manual dexterity Proficiency in the use of shop tools, equipment, and carpentry techniques Expertise in braising, welding, woodworking or replication is essential Must be able to stand for long periods of time; walking is also required This position requires the completion/passing of pulmonary function exam and respirator test (post employment-offer, prior to start date)