Job Title 

Art Mounting Specialist Evening Shift (Art Tech 2)

Job Description

Who We Are: 

Framebridge has reimagined the custom framing experience to deliver beautiful, convenient custom framing for a modern lifestyle. We’ve eliminated the hassle and expense of traditional framing with our digitally-native online experience, convenient retail locations, and centralized manufacturing studios. We make it easy and fun to custom frame the things you love, and we’ve proudly framed over 2.5 million pieces and counting. To fulfill our mission, we have to build a great team across a number of disciplines – ecommerce, retail, design and manufacturing.

We are a consumer business operating online and in our over 20 retail stores (DC, NYC, Boston, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Chicago) – and growing. We operate two manufacturing facilities in Lexington, KY and Moorestown, NJ that allow us to deliver a high-quality custom product at an affordable price with a quick turnaround. We exist, grow, and ultimately own the market by delighting customers who trust and value us.

What we do (that you’ll be a part of!):

At our manufacturing studio, our team is responsible for creating and assembling customer orders from our Retail stores and online business.  These may include beautiful pieces of timeless art, mounting a piece of clothing or a tapestry, or framing an unforgettable photo from an unforgettable moment.  Our team processes the orders from custom technology, measures all the inputs to the highest quality, and cuts, mounts and frames the art with pristine perfection.  We are detail-oriented craftsmen and makers who work with our hands all day to ensure our customers’ prized possessions are taken care of and that the end product surpasses expectations.  We are a factory team who cuts, sews, builds, glues, measures, frames and ships our goods back to delighted individuals. 

Role Summary:

As a Art Mounting Specialist (we call it an Art Tech 2), you will play a crucial role in mounting and assembling fine artwork pieces with precision and care. Working closely with a team member (Art Technician 1), you will collaborate to meet production goals and oversee the entire lifecycle of customer pieces, from work order completion, to mounting, assembly, and final quality control to ensure customer satisfaction. Your duties include securely affixing paintings, photographs, or prints onto support surfaces for framing, as well as meticulously assembling various components of the artwork.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and mount art pieces according to customer specifications to help make customers’ visions come to life

Meticulously assemble fine artwork pieces, adhering to stringent quality standards and precise measurements. 

Review work orders, utilize specific mount types, and execute precise mounting procedures

Use hand tools and computer systems for documentation and application

Responsible for delicate components and for quality assurance of each art piece

Precision trimming of surrounding materials to protect customer artwork using appropriate tools and methods.

Leverage visual-spatial skills for aesthetically pleasing presentation of final products.

Meet production and quality goals to support Framebridge’s overall business needs

Qualifications:

Acute attention to detail and commitment to craftsmanship

Deep appreciation and care for the integrity of art and a strong aesthetic to help preserve the allure of each piece worked on

Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced and changing environment

Personal accountability for customer security and safety.

Critical thinking skills and strong reading comprehension

Proficiency & confidence in working with one’s hands, especially on delicate pieces. Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity

Adept at using measuring tape and tools for accuracy

Excellent at problem solving, time management, and creativity

Team player with a passion for team work and culture building

Skills to Have or Learn at Framebridge: 

Deep understanding of mount types and techniques for achieving them

Familiarity with materials and art mediums

Ability to identify the safest and most suitable mounting methods for each art pieces

Best practices in art safety

Claim to Frame:

Health benefits: three medical plan options so you and yours stay healthy

401k and Pension: saving opportunities to help you dream big and prepare for the future

Vacation policy: paid time off so you can rest, recharge, and reframe 

Discounts & Perks: because we love what we do

Time Type

Full time

Framebridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.