Animatronics Coordinator, Ryan Gander Studio

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Researching and developing new animatronic artworks under the guidance of the Artist and Studio Director.
- Daily testing and monitoring of new and existing animatronic artworks.
- Identifying and resolving issues directly linked to the animatronic artworks, liaising with the fabricator as necessary.
- Organising daily schedule independently to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
- Collaborating across all levels to creatively problem solve and express ideas with confidence.
- Recording all stages of production and producing installation and maintenance documents based on your knowledge of the works, using existing studio templates.
- Monitoring and updating locations of artworks.
- Condition reporting on artworks.
- Liaising with galleries, institutions and clients to advise on installing, maintaining and trouble shooting artworks, once they have left the studio.
- Liaising with galleries to arrange packing and shipping of artwork.
- Assisting colleagues with the fabrication, packing, installing, condition checking and moving of all types of artworks.
- Installing and packing all types of artwork at the studio and also off-site locations.
- Occasional travel to install artworks (to be agreed in advance).

Essential Skills / Experience:
- Prior experience / knowledge of animatronics.
- Ability to collaborate across all levels to creatively problem solve and express ideas with
confidence.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently, to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
- Highly organised, methodical approach and comfortable recording all stages of production.
- A strong sense of professionalism and discretion.

Desirable Skills / Experience:
- Working knowledge of Arduino coding and servo control systems.
- Previous experience working directly with an artist.
- A love and appreciation of contemporary art.
- University degree in a creative subject