Salary Range
$25,000 to $100,000Overview
Book conservators treat the bindings and pages of books and other objects to help preserve original materials for future use. Their work often includes removing a book block from its binding, and then sewing, measuring, gluing, rebinding, and using special chemical treatments to maintain the integrity of the item. Most conservators work in libraries, in museums, or for special conservation centers.
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor's DegreeCertification/License
RecommendedOutlook
Much Faster than the AveragePersonality Traits
Artistic
Hands On
Technical
Career Ladder
Archivist, Curator, or Librarian
Book Conservation Team Manager
Book Conservator
Book Conservation Apprentice
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