Public Administration & LegalISCO 2621
Exhibition registrar
Exhibition registrars organise, manage and document movement of museum artefacts to and from storage, display and exhibitions. This happens in collaboration with private or public partners such as art transporters, insurers and restorers, within the museum and outside.
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Rate 5 of the 21 essential skills of this occupation (European ESCO data). No account needed.
compose condition reports
supervise artefact movement
implement risk management for works of art
use ICT resources to solve work related tasks
assess museum object condition
European Skills Framework
Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.
Essential (21)
conservation techniquesconservation techniquesThe procedures, instruments, techniques, materials and chemicals used in conservation and archiving.collection management softwarecollection management softwareBe familiar with specialised collection management software used to document and keep record of the museum collection.museum databasesmuseum databasesThe tools and processes involved in working with museum databases.compose condition reportscompose condition reportsDocument the condition of artworks prior to and after movement and manipulation.ensure safety of exhibitionensure safety of exhibitionEnsure safety of exhibition environment and of artefacts by applying safety devices.supervise artefact movementsupervise artefact movementOversee the transport and relocation of museum artefacts and ensure their security.implement risk management for works of artimplement risk management for works of artDetermine risk factors in art collections and mitigate them. Risk factors for artworks include vandalism, theft, pests, emergencies, and natural disasters. Develop and implement strategies to minimise...use ICT resources to solve work related tasksuse ICT resources to solve work related tasksChoose and use ICT resources in order to solve related tasks.assess museum object conditionassess museum object conditionWork together with the collection manager or restorer, to evaluate and document the condition of a museum object for a loan or an exhibition.advise on loans of art work for exhibitionsadvise on loans of art work for exhibitionsEvaluate the condition of art objects for exhibition or loan purposes and decide whether an artwork is able to withstand the stresses of travel or exposition.respect cultural differences in the field of exhibitionrespect cultural differences in the field of exhibitionRespect cultural differences when creating artistic concepts and exhibitions. Collaborate with international artists, curators, museums and sponsors.advise on art handlingadvise on art handlingAdvise and instruct other museum professionals and technicians on how to manipulate, move, store and present artifacts, according to their physical characteristics.prepare loan contractsprepare loan contractsCompose loan contracts; understand and implement accompanying insurance conditions.document museum collectiondocument museum collectionRecord information about an object's condition, provenance, materials, and all of its movements within the museum or out on loan.advise on tax policyadvise on tax policyAdvise on changes in tax policies and procedures, and the implementation of new policies on a national and local level.advise on government policy complianceadvise on government policy complianceAdvise organisations on how they may improve their compliance to the applicable government policies they are required to adhere to, and the necessary steps which need to be taken in order to ensure co...consult exhibition organisersconsult exhibition organisersLiaise with exhibition organisers to discuss themes, ideas and products.cope with challenging demandscope with challenging demandsMaintain a positive attitude towards new and challenging demands such as interaction with artists and handling of artistic artefacts. Work under pressure such as dealing with last moment changes in ti...work independently on exhibitionswork independently on exhibitionsWork autonomously on the development of a framework for artistic projects such as locations and workflows.deliver correspondencedeliver correspondenceDistribute mail correspondence, newspapers, packages and private messages to customers.manage loansmanage loansEvaluate and approve or reject commercial, real state or credit loans. Follow up their status and advice borrowers on financial status and payment methods.
Optional (13) — show
art collectionsart collectionsThe variety of paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings and other works that form collections in a museum and prospective new collections which are of interest for a museum or art gallery.art historyart historyThe history of art and artists, the artistic trends throughout centuries and their contemporary evolutions.give instructions to staffgive instructions to staffGive instructions to subordinates by employing various communication techniques. Adjust communication style to the target audience in order to convey instructions as intended.liaise with cultural partnersliaise with cultural partnersEstablish and maintain sustainable partnerships with cultural authorities, sponsors and other cultural institutions.provide railway technical adviceprovide railway technical adviceProvide railway technical advice, technical input, or recommendations for updating maintenance processes and revising documentation in order to improve industry performance.manage loan administrationmanage loan administrationOversee the loan administration for exhibitions.monitor museum environmentmonitor museum environmentMonitor and document environmental conditions in a museum, in storage as well as exhibition facilities. Make sure an adapted and stable climate is guaranteed.interact with an audienceinteract with an audienceRespond to the reactions of an audience and involve them in the particular performance or communication.handle artworkshandle artworksWork directly with objects in museums and art galleries, in coordination with other museum professionals, to ensure that artworks are safely handled, packed, stored and cared for.train guidestrain guidesGive training to fellow guides and volunteers in the tourism industry, the arts and cultural industry and any other relevant industry.advise on foreign affairs policiesadvise on foreign affairs policiesAdvise governments or other public organisations on the development and implementation of foreign affairs policies.provide advice on travel destinationsprovide advice on travel destinationsGive relevant information and advice on holiday or travel destinations and discuss means of transportation.lead inspectionslead inspectionsLead inspections and the protocol involved, such as introducing the inspection team, explaining the purpose of the inspection, performing the inspection, requesting documents and asking appropriate qu...
Related Occupations
Occupations that need many of the same essential skills, so the move between them is shortest.
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Frequently asked questions
What does an exhibition registrar do?
Exhibition registrars organise, manage and document movement of museum artefacts to and from storage, display and exhibitions. This happens in collaboration with private or public partners such as art transporters, insurers and restorers, within the museum and outside.
What skills does an exhibition registrar need?
An exhibition registrar needs 21 essential skills, including conservation techniques, collection management software, museum databases, compose condition reports, ensure safety of exhibition.
Will AI replace exhibition registrar jobs?
The AI disruption score for exhibition registrar is 27/100 (low risk). Skills most exposed to automation: collection management software, manage loan administration, prepare loan contracts. Most resilient: cope with challenging demands, interact with an audience, handle artworks.
AI Replacement Risk
27/ 100
Low Risk
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Quick Facts
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