Careers & Internships

Date Effective: January 2026
Employer of Record: Nashville Talent Payment
Location: Frist Art Museum
Supervised by: Community Engagement Director
Hours: 20-29 hours per week
Pay: $20.00 per hour

Work Details: The Vitality Arts Project Coordinator supports the successful implementation of the grant-funded Vitality Arts Project that offers hands-on art making workshops to adult participants who are fifty-five years of age and older. Responsibilities include maintaining the successful management of the program both on-site and off-site. Workshops may be running concurrently and throughout the year. The Vitality Arts Project Coordinator uses the highest level of interpersonal and organizations skills, and excellent verbal and written communication to work cohesively with community partner organizations and Frist staff to support these workshops led by contracted teaching artists and assistants. Schedule is Monday through Friday.

The following duties are normal for this classification. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Essential Job Functions:

Learning
• Work directly with the Community Engagement Director to support the planning and implementation of a series of hands-on art-making workshops for adults fifty-five and older. Each workshops will consist of eight sessions with an additional culminating session to celebrate work of the participants.
• Gain knowledge and understanding of upcoming Fam exhibitions and explore connections the development of art making workshops.
• Share current research and studies associated with the understanding the health benefits of social and emotional benefits for adults fifty-five and older with staff.

Management
• Maintain regular and open communication with the community engagement and education team related to planning and implementation of the Vitality Arts Project.
• Implement regular evaluation of all workshops and maintain necessary records and documentation for grant reporting.
• Manage teaching artists and assistants for the workshops, including contracts and payments.
• Recruit community organizations to host the workshop and maintain consistent and on-going communication with their staff.
• Develop a robust schedule of workshops offering throughout the year inspired by the Frist Art Museum’s exhibitions.
• Attend all workshops on a regular basis.

Administration
• Under the supervision of the Community Engagement Director, manage the purchasing, shipping, and receiving of art supplies; maintain workshop supplies in an organized and orderly fashion, including any technological tools; responsible for the preparation of materials and delivery of the necessary materials to the workshops both on- and off-site.
• Schedule locations for all workshops, coordinate the publicity, registration, and implementation of all workshops.
• Plan a culminating exhibition in the Frist Art Museum’s education corridor of all the workshops held during the year.
• Accept projects as assigned by supervisor.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in education, art education, or studio art preferred.

Work Experience: At least two to four years’ experience in a school or museum environment or relevant experience.

Skills and Abilities:
• Excellent communication skills using verbal, written, and electronic communication.
• Strong people skills and ability to work directly with adults over fifty-five years, individuals from a variety of backgrounds and abilities.
• Ability to contribute creatively to a team-oriented workplace.
• Flexible and adaptable to working in a dynamic and changing work environment.
• Strong knowledge and experience in program management and implementation skills.
• Strong time management skills and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, make informed decisions, and trouble-shoot in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work effectively with the public, staff, and community organizations on a personal level, with tact and diplomacy.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Demands may include:
• Lifting materials up to 25 pounds
• Stooping, bending, kneeling
• Standing for extended periods of time
• Working at computer for extended periods of time

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Frist Art Museum and Nashville Talent Payment will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Interested candidates should send their resume and references to:
Frist Art Museum
919 Broadway
Nashville, Tennessee 37203-3822
Email: shorn@fristartmuseum.org or Fax: (615) 744-3339
Attention: Sheri Horn, Human Resources Director

The Frist Art Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Supervised By: Head Registrar

Job Summary: The Associate Registrar is responsible for managing the security and preservation of assigned exhibitions that are presented at the Frist Art Museum. This includes organizing and monitoring all shipping and movements of artwork related to exhibitions and other activities; scheduling installation and deinstallation of artwork; assuring insurance coverage and submitting indemnity applications for insurance as required; organizing and maintaining databases for all exhibitions; and maintaining documentary records related to artwork, exhibitions, and loans.

The following duties are normal for this classification. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Essential Job Functions: Working closely with other Frist Art Museum staff the Associate Registrar

• Participates in the team planning of exhibitions.
• Organizes, tracks, and monitors/effectuates safe and secure packing and shipping of artwork for Museum activities.
• Procures insurance coverage for assigned exhibitions.
• Remains informed of legal issues relating to loans, particularly from international sources.
• Participates in the timely development and completion of applications for indemnity from the Federal Council of Arts and Humanities
• Monitors and tracks environmental conditions in the galleries and storage areas.
• Generates, tracks, and maintains loan paperwork and records.
• Creates and maintains checklists and ensures correct information for Design.
• Works with Exhibition Coordinator to schedule courier travel and accommodations.
• Arranges for permits for import and export of foreign loans.
• Organizes/supervises/effectuates all art movement within the Museum.
• Maintains precise and continually updated location records for all artwork on premises.
• Organizes/supervises/effectuates condition reporting for incoming and outgoing loans.
• Effectuates a program of continual condition monitoring for all works on premises.
• Contracts and is central contact for conservators who render services for the Museum.
• Utilizes the Museum’s art management software application. (FileMaker Pro)
• Responds to lenders’ questions about the Museum’s facilities and art handling policies and arranges for fulfilling special requests.
• Participates in budgeting and maintaining relevant area of departmental finances.
• Works effectively with volunteers and interns.
• Other activities as requested.

Education and experience: B.A., preferably M.A. or equivalent, in art history or museum studies, or equivalent. Candidates should have at least three years’ experience in art museum registration. Extensive project supervision experience, traveling exhibition experience, with domestic and international exhibitions, and understanding of conservation issues specific to the handling and preservation of works of art in all media. The Associate Registrar should also be familiar with collections management software, with experience in FileMaker a plus.

Skills and Abilities:
• Excellent team skills.
• Excellent management and time management skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and budgets efficiently.
• Knowledge of computer applications for collections and exhibitions management.
• Training and experience in safe art handling and mounting techniques and standards and in supervising art handling by others.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Demands may include:

• Climb ladders and stairs.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Ability to stoop, bend, kneel.
• Work in hydraulic lifts and possibly on scaffolding at up to 15’ from the ground.
• Work extensively at a computer station (up to 6 hours per day).
• Work around historic and art artifacts that may give off dust or off-gassing smells (taking all due precautions prescribed by OSHA regulations; the Frist is equipped for safe handling of such materials).In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Frist Art Museum will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Interested candidates should send resume, references and salary expectations to:
Frist Art Museum
Attn: Sheri Horn, Human Resources Director
919 Broadway
Nashville, TN 37203 E-mail: shorn@fristartmuseum.org or Fax: (615) 744-3339

The Frist Art Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Job Summary:
The Maintenance Engineer assists the Facilities Director and Assistant Facilities Manager in the day-to-day maintenance and operation of the building systems including HVAC, plumbing, fire control, electrical, and irrigation. This critical position responds to alarm notifications received from the building automation system (Automated Logic). The position will rotate being on 24-hour call for an emergency. Typical emergencies are weather-related or mechanical failures on the Frist Art Museum site.

Job Requirements:
The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated individual that understands the importance of being a team player. Able to work well under pressure with short deadlines. They will need to have the ability to exercise sound judgment in handling emergencies. Must be personable, with good customer service skills.

Essential Job Functions:
Performs preventive maintenance under the direction of the Facilities Director.
• Performs “work orders” requested by the Frist Art Museum staff under the direction of the Facilities Director.
• Assists in office moves and relocations.
• Performs and records daily building rounds. This involves regularly inspecting the building, buildings systems, and equipment to determine appropriate required maintenance to correct any unforeseen issues.
• Assists in the custodial care of the facility including parking lots, outdoor walkways, interior and exterior lighting, landscaping, and restrooms.
• Accurately and thoroughly complete paperwork and electronic documentation as assigned including periodic reports and maintenance records.
• Work with volunteers in a positive and constructive manner.
• Utilize third-party apps to streamline workflow processes and enhance productivity in accordance with job requirements.
• Painting of walls and other architectural elements to maintain the museum facility.
• Performs other duties as may be necessary to support the mission and goals of department and the Frist Art Museum.

Education, Minimum Qualifications, and Experience:
• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• Technical knowledge attained at a previous job or through school.
• Must have a basic ability to use a computer, Microsoft Office software, and ability to learn new software.
• Must have basic knowledge of HVAC and preventive maintenance.
• Must be EPA certified or obtain certification within the first 6 months of employment.
• Must have basic knowledge of reading blueprints.
• Must have a basic knowledge of maintaining kitchen equipment.
• Must be self-motivated, a team player, with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to successfully pass a Security Background and DMV check.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Demands may include:

• Able to bend, stoop, kneel, climb, push, or pull objects.
• Able to lift 50–75 lbs.
• Work will be performed in a standing/walking capacity 90% of the time.
• May be exposed to extreme hot and cold weather conditions.
• Operate the following equipment: drills, hand tools, reciprocating saws, mechanical lifts, forklift, dollies, carts, pallet jacks, ladders, shovels, blowers, pressure washers, electrical meters, plumbing snakes, etc.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Frist Art Museum will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, references, and salary expectations to:

Frist Art Museum
919 Broadway
Nashville, Tennessee 37203-3822
Email: shorn@fristartmuseum.org or Fax: (615) 744-3339
Attention: Sheri Horn, Human Resources Director

The Frist Art Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Call 1.800.239.5720 or visit www.dsisecurity.com/careers to learn more about joining our team as a Gallery Attendant.