Position at Renate Kant Pte Ltd

Painting Conservator
Renate Kant Studio
Singapore

<URL:http://www.kantconservation.com.sg>

Leading conservation studio in Singapore seeks a painting
conservator responsible for performing in and managing a
professional operation which caters to the vibrant Asian art market.
The conservator relates to clients, assesses damages, writes
quotations, condition reports and treatment proposals, and conducts
professional high-standard conservation with time and cost
consciousness.  Integrity, presence, cultural sensitivity and
experience working for the private market is needed to lead the
studio, which relocated from Germany and has successfully served the
Asian region for the past 15 years.

The position is ideal for someone looking to move to Asia with its
fascinating regional diversity of artworks, and to commit to a
long-term exciting change for his or her professional and personal
development as well as the further expansion of the Singapore
studio.  This is a salaried job for 2 years, with options for
continuation and equity in the company after the 2 years.

Qualifications

The Candidate must be:

    Well-trained in painting conservation, and experience in
    conservation of artworks on paper would also be desirable.  At
    least 3 years experience in the private market is required.
    Emphasis is on contemporary art, as historic artifacts reaching
    the studio are generally not older than 100 years.  Laboratory
    research is rarely conducted.  Solution-oriented, hands-on
    intelligence is necessary.

    Mature and experienced with pleasant social and communication
    skills, and have the ability to speak and write clearly and
    professionally in English.  The job includes giving advice to
    art collectors, galleries, auction houses, insurers and
    institutions, and raising awareness how to prevent damages and
    stabilize cultural material under tropical climate conditions.

    Willing to move on short notice to Singapore.  It would be best
    if the candidate is already in the region and is motivated to
    visit the studio, only with serious intention for immediate
    change.

Timeline: Desired starting date of employment:  May 2012

Process: Qualified candidates should send their CV, cover letter,
photo and list of 3 professional references to:

    Renate Kant
    Senior Conservator
    Renate Kant Studio
    renatevonroda<-at->pacific<.>net<.>sg

Further exchange will be by email and Skype or telephone.


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