Oliver Brothers LLC 117 Elliott Street Beverly, MA 01915

Website Email Date Posted:

September 29, 2026

Region:

Eastern Massachusetts Category:

Other Type:

Full-Time Art Conservation Assistant (Full-Time)

Description:

A Fine Art Conservation company north of Boston is seeking a talented and motivated individual to assist with several aspects of our fine art conservation studio. This position will involve assisting the Lead Conservators with various aspects of painting, picture frame and paper conservation as well other duties related to the operation of our business. You will also be assisting our Lead Custom Framer with aspects of custom framing. Prior art conservation and or picture framing experience is desirable but not mandatory. This is a full-time position located in our Beverly, MA Conservation Studio.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist the Lead Conservators with fine art conservation projects Assist the Lead Custom Framer with custom framing projects Perform handling, wrapping, and storage of artwork Pickup and drop off artwork as necessary Assist with maintenance of studio supplies, tools and equipment Assist with maintaining the neatness, organization, and cleanliness of the conservation studio

Qualifications:

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

(MANDATORY) Have achieved a minimum educational level of a Bachelors degree, preferably within a visual arts discipline Have a definite passion for the Visual Arts Have a good working knowledge of basic art making techniques, such as drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture Candidates should be very good at working with their hands and have excellent two and three-dimensional artistic skills. Have good problem solving ability Have good interpersonal skills and able to work as part of a team as well as independently Be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs Have a valid driver's license and be willing pickup and drop off artwork at customer locations

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

(PREFERRED) Prior Art Conservation Experience Prior picture framing experience The ability to identify the style and media of artwork A basic working knowledge of Art History Gilding and toning of picture frames Woodworking skills Digital photography skills

How To Apply:

Please email a cover letter, resume and 10 digital images of your art conservation, and or, artwork projects, to hr@OliverBrothersOnline.com and put the phrase, "Art Conservation Assistant (Full-Time)" , in the subject field. No phone calls please.

Compensation:

$18 - $23 per hour to start, depending on experience; Benefits include Generous Paid Time Off (PTO); Paid Holidays; Opportunities for rapid advancement and pay raises for talented and motivated individuals.

Apply by:

November 20, 2026

Salary:

$36,000 - $46,000 / Per year About this

Organization:

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Oliver Brothers is one of the leading Fine Art Restoration Companies in the United States and one of the oldest as well, having been in business for over 160 years. From our beginnings in the 1850's through today, we have helped preserve, conserve and restore numerous works of art. We treat paintings, works on paper, picture frames, and objects for private collectors, museums, corporate collections and institutions. Back to Search Results Other listings by this Org Home