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Job Posting: Digital Asset Manager (IT Specialist), Archives of American Art, Smithsonian

Overview
Open & closing dates
04/27/2018 to 05/18/2018

Salary
$68,036 to $88,450 per year

Pay scale & grade
GS 11

Work schedule
Full-Time – Full-Time, Permanent

Appointment type
Permanent – Federal

Location
1 vacancy in the following location:

Washington DC, DC
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No

Duties
Summary
This position is located in the Digital Operations Section, Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C. The Archives’ mission is to collect, preserve, and make available for study primary source documentation on the visual arts in the United States, currently consisting of nearly 5,000 manuscript collections and 2,000 oral history interviews.

Responsibilities
Manage the Archives’ born-digital collection formats in support of long-term preservation and access, including providing support for accessioning, arrangement, description, access and preservation of still images, textual, audiovisual, web archives, data sets and email digital assets.
Manage digital assets created by digital reformatting of analog collections in an archival repository through preparation/maintenance of existing internal policies and procedures, oversight of workflows for large-scale and item level, and oversight of equipment, hardware/software and ingest/export of data into digital collections information systems to ensure long-term accessibility.
Provide technical support for the maintenance, development and integration of Archives’ and Smithsonian digital asset management systems, resources, and data elements.
Serve as the Archives’ primary contact for digital asset issues, reporting and technologies.
Travel Required
Not required

Supervisory status
No

Promotion Potential
11

Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation
May need to complete a Probationary Period
Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer
Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.
Qualification requirements must be met within 30 days of the job announcement closing date.

For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions viewable on the web at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications.

Qualifications
Experience: You qualify for this position if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-9 level in the Federal Service or comparable pay band system. For this position Specialized experience is defined as providing digital asset management for the life cycle of digital surrogates created through reformatting of analog collections and of born digital collections in an archives, library, or museum.

All applicants must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below.

1. Attention to Detail
2. Customer Service
3. Oral Communication
4. Problem Solving

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience. Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week.

Or Education: Three full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree related to the position may be substituted to meet the experience requirements.

Graduate Education: Degree in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks.

For a full explanation of this option please see the Qualification Standards.

Special Instructions for Foreign Education: If you are qualifying by education and/or you have education completed in a foreign college/university described above, it is your responsibility to provide transcripts and proof of U.S. accreditation for foreign study. For instructions on where to fax these documents, see the “Required Documents” section of this announcement.

Original job posting: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/497984000

Job Opportunity: Registration Manager, Chihuly Studio, Seattle WA

Registration Manager

Chihuly Studio is a lively and world renowned art studio based out of Seattle. We are seeking a dynamic, experienced professional to lead its Registration team.

The Registration Manager will manage all operations of the Registration Department including ownership of the Vetro CRM system and Asset Bank digital asset management system, formulation and implementation of policies and procedures around artwork handling, conservation and records management, digital asset production and administration, and management and handling of archives and collections. This individual will be a strategic partner to the Executive Team and Studio management by recommending and executing best practices, and by formulating policies and procedures that will aid in long-term planning and administration of artwork, collections and archives. This manager will be responsible for leading and developing a high functioning team capable of collaborating with Studio cohorts as registration, conservation, and archive practices and procedures evolve.

Our Ideal Candidate is:

Curious, organized, self-directed leader comfortable in a dynamic work environment
Creative problem-solver
Strong and savvy communicator able to work effectively and collegially throughout an organization

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of Studio and privately owned art inventory
In collaboration with the warehouse manager, formulate and implement packing/storage/shelving protocol for artwork and collections and digital assets
Maintain Vetro and Asset Bank databases including updating of artwork and digital asset data and records. Lead the implementation of system updates and enhancements.
Train users on Vetro and Asset Bank and maintain training documents
Coordinate with warehouse staff on inventory counts and reconcile Vetro records to accounting records
Develop and implement policies and procedures to facilitate the safe handling, storage and condition reporting of artwork in Studio facilities and on loan
Review pertinent contracts to ensure adherence to protocol for artwork handling, storage, and condition reporting
Manage the digital asset librarian and the Asset Bank digital asset system
Work closely with the PR/Communications staff to manage rights and reproduction activities associated with artwork, digital assets and collections
Train, mentor and develop a staff of six
Oversee the photography studio, ensuring that photography resources are effectively prioritized
Manage image assets including the Asset Bank digital asset system, and curation and storage of non-digital image assets
Formulate and implement preventative conservation policies and practices, and diagnose and prioritize conservation needs for artworks
Oversee archivist activities and archived materials to ensure proper retention and organization. Participate with executive management on long-term and strategic planning for the artist’s archives and collections.
Generate policies and messaging for client and gallery inquiries
Oversee Chihuly personal collections (artwork and collectibles) and serve as a point of contact for outside consultants

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Proven leadership ability and experience
Minimum 3 years’ work experience in the arts field
Familiarity with museum industry standards
Experience maintaining physical and intellectual control of artwork, archives and image assets
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or inventory tracking database preferred

We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits including a health/dental/vision care package, employer retirement match, and paid time off.

How to Apply: Applications are accepted using our online application process only. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! Please go to: https://careers-hrpmsi.icims.com/jobs/2171/registration-manager/login to start the online application process

SEI 2017 Instructor of the Week: Laura Fu

We’re thrilled to introduce the amazing instructors for this year’s Summer Educational Institute, many of whom are joining us for the first time! We’ll be highlighting one instructor from the 2017 curriculum each week, so be sure to stay tuned.

We’re happy to introduce Laura Fu, another local star from North Carolina — Project Manager at the Park Library, UNC Chapel Hill School of Media and Journalism. Laura will be leading the Introduction to Digital Asset Management, which will introduce Digital Asset Management (DAM), its concepts, and foundational elements. DAM consists of management tasks and technological functionality designed to enhance the inventory, control, and distribution of digital assets (rich media such as photographs, videos, graphics and logos). This session will provide a solid understanding of the core components of DAM success. Come with questions, leave with answers!

Laura Fu

Did you know?

Laura Fu is a librarian with a focus on digital media management, digital image management, and digital asset management. From collecting content in various digital corners of a company, to discovering and building a taxonomy, to defining metadata and controlled vocabularies, she strives to offer the best support in the design and implementation of a successful digital asset management solution.

She is the Equipment Analyst and Project Manager at the Park Library at UNC Chapel Hill’s School of Media and Journalism, where she’s heading up the selection, implementation and launch of a new online reservation system for journalism students’ equipment. An active member of the Special Libraries Association, she also consults with Allied Vaughn as their Social Media Program Manager, where she’s helping to recruit librarians for various DAM projects nationwide. She earned her BA in video production from Hofstra University and her MLS from the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee.

There’s still time to book a room at the hotel! If you’d like to book a room at the Franklin inn, the block group rate of $165 per night can be secured until May 12th. There are a limited number of rooms at that price. An email will be sent to all registered attendees with the booking code.

Read all about SEI at http://seiworkshop.org where you can find our Statement of Inclusivity, info about registering, accommodations, curriculum and much more.

In its 14th year as a joint program between the Art Libraries Society of North America (ARLIS/NA) and the Visual Resources Association Foundation (VRAF), SEI 2107 will be held at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, from June 6-9, 2017.

SEI provides both new and more experienced professionals the opportunity to stay current in the rapidly changing fields of digitization, project management, fair use and copyright, metadata, and digital asset management, as well as significant networking opportunities. As a 2015 SEI graduate noted, “The curriculum was excellent in scope, striking a balance between detailed, practical exploration of relevant skills & tools, and putting these in the context of broader issues in visual resources/arts librarianship.”

SEI 2017 is filling up. Register soon!

Contact the SEI co-chairs Jesse Henderson or Nicole Finzer with any questions and Follow us on Facebook.

See you in North Carolina!

Digital Asset Manager at The Menil Collection

The Menil Collection: Employment Opportunity

Title: Digital Asset Manager

Department: Collection Management

Reports to: Chief Registrar

General Responsibilities

Reporting to the Chief Registrar, the Digital Asset Manager is charged with developing the infrastructure of the museum’s digital asset platform, and leading efforts in migrating and organizing exiting media, chiefly images, to meet the Menil Collection’s strategic digital initiatives and future implementation of a Digital Asset Management System (DAMS).

Specific Duties

Work closely with the Menil Archives, and Curatorial, Communications, Publishing, External Affairs and Conservation Departments, to consolidate the museum-wide image and media usage and storage and establish consistent standards, policies, and procedures regarding the same.
Create and enforce naming taxonomies and metadata scheme, tagging files with relevant and accurate metadata, enforcing asset file standards, and ensure application documentation is up-to-date.
Distribute assets to internal users and external partners.
Enforce digitization and photography standards.
Lead training and education for staff.
With the recent implementation of The Museum System (TMS) and Share Point software, and in the early stages of redeveloping the institution’s website, act as a vital hub within the museum’s larger digital and technological goals.
Facilitate the integration of digital media assets into the TMS database from all museum departments, and work closely with IT staff and staff in departments across the institution to improve access to digital assets for daily use, special projects, and initiatives.
Collaborate with and advise TMS administrator on configuration and customization of the TMS server application and other software for image handling and metadata application.
Provide quality control for all metadata to assure accuracy and consistency across the institution. This includes the developing and managing of metadata tools, controlled vocabularies and other metadata standardization solutions.
Assist in bringing existing assets up to appropriate standards, including reorganization of file directories and metadata cleanup projects.
Provide functional support to individual staff DAM software users with technical support from the TMS administrator.
Work closely with TMS administrator to improve and expand the distribution of and access to still image, video, and other digital assets for museum staff and external clients.

Qualifications

BA or BS in Library Science, Museum Studies, Computer Science, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
3-4 years practical experience in a museum, archives, or library image archive, including: database management, software administration, digital rights management, metadata standards and practices, file formatting, and data migration.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to collaborate with staff at all levels across the institution, and with outside organizations and vendors.
Experience with TMS, digital asset management systems, and print and media technologies.
A thorough understanding of intellectual property law, including “fair use” and similar copyright issues.
Ability to work collaboratively with others as part of a team as well as independently.
Must possess the drive and focus necessary to improve and expand the distribution of and access to the museum’s permanent collection and exhibition assets through digital media.
Team player with the ability to organize information at a high level, multi-task in a fast-paced environment, and creatively solve problems.

Salary and benefits competitive and commensurate with experience. Please send resume, cover letter, and salary expectations to: Director of Human Resources, The Menil Collection, 1511 Branard Street, Houston, Texas 77006. Application materials may also be emailed to: smmaloch@menil.org.

Job Posting: Associate Archivist and Lead Digital Archivist, The Frick Collection, NYC

Background
The Frick Collection is an art museum consisting of more than 1,100 works of art from the thirteenth to the nineteenth century, displayed in the intimate surroundings of the former home of Henry Clay Frick. The residence, with its furnishings and works of art, has been open to the public since 1935. The Frick Art Reference Library is an internationally-recognized research library that serves as one of the most complete resources for the study of Western art. Founded in 1920, the Library today holds more than one million study photographs, 285,000 books, 80,000 auction catalogs, and 2,250 periodical titles. It is open to interested individuals from all over the world.

Summary and Responsibilities
Major job responsibilities include administration of our born-digital institutional records preservation program, development and implementation of policies and procedures for the stewardship of born-digital institutional records, and managing software and storage solutions needed to preserve and provide access to digital records. Participate in the management of the institutional records management program, including meetings with records holders and regular review of records schedules. Accession and process institutional records and manuscript collections, prepare access tools such as finding aids and catalog records, and create and edit metadata. Respond to reference inquiries. Improve visibility of and access to collections through digital initiatives and collaborative platforms. Participate in the rotation of coverage in the Library’s Reading Room, and represent the department at professional and institutional meetings and activities as necessary. This position interacts frequently with the institution’s Technology and Digital Media Department and Digital Lab, and participates in activities of the Social Media Committee.

Qualifications
MLS or MA with concentration in Archives, Records Management or Digital Collections. Experience working with digital assets or electronic records, databases, information architecture and digital archive workflows. Experience with ArchivesSpace and Preservica preferred. Knowledge of best practices and policy development associated with electronic records as demonstrated by achievement of the Digital Archives Specialist certificate from the Society of American Archivists or other training specifically geared towards management of electronic and digital assets. Experience processing archival collections and creating finding aids and MARC records. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Physical requirements include: Ability to lift forty pounds to the waist.

To apply, please send resume with salary requirements to:

Chief, Archives and Records Management
The Frick Collection
1 East 70th Street
New York, NY 10021
Fax: 212-861-7347
Email to jobs@frick.org

No phone calls please.

If you are interested in any of the positions, please send your résumé, a cover letter indicating the position for which you are applying, and salary requirements to the appropriate person listed in the announcement, or follow the instructions in the job posting.

Full post: http://www.frick.org/careers/associate_archivist_and_lead_digital_archivist

Job Posting: Photograph Processor & Cataloger, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Beverly Hills, CA

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is the world’s preeminent movie related organization, composed of 7,000+ accomplished men and women working in cinema. We recognize and uphold excellence in the motion picture arts and sciences, inspire imagination, and connect the world through the medium of motion pictures. The Academy is a nonprofit organization with approximately 350 employees. The Academy has three buildings throughout the Los Angeles area – the Academy headquarters, the Fairbanks Center for Motion Picture Study in Beverly Hills and the Pickford Center for Motion Picture Study in Hollywood. The Academy also has employee offices for our Museum project in the Miracle Mile, directly across from our construction site, the former May Company Building at Wilshire and Fairfax.

Job Summary:

The Photograph Processor and Cataloger works primarily under the direction of the Photograph Archivist with additional supervision from the Digital Archive Cataloging Librarian. The Processor and Cataloger identifies, organizes, processes, inventories, and files photographic gifts and special collections. The Processor and Cataloger also processes photograph duplication orders and assists the Photograph Archivist and Photograph Curator in general upkeep and various projects relating to the Photograph Archive. In addition, the Processor and Cataloger catalogs recently digitized materials, conducts research as needed, performs data cleanup of existing records, and develops and maintains taxonomies of subject and genre heading

Duties and responsibilities:

Identify, organize, process, inventory, and file photographic gifts and special collections.
Catalog images in Digital Image Gallery and AdLib.
Create InMagic and AdLib database records for collection processing.
Assist Digital Archive Cataloging Librarian with cleanup and other special projects related to data migration.
Process photograph duplication orders for library patrons, which includes working with Digital Studio, completing necessary forms and invoices, and refiling original photographs.
Conduct research related to cataloging and authority records.
Download digital images from current films, under supervision of Photograph Archivist.
Assist with department projects and general departmental upkeep.
Handle photographic and other archival materials with care, according to in-house guidelines.

Position requirements:

A master’s degree in library or information science or a master’s degree in Moving Image Archive Studies or significant progress toward either degree.
Experience cataloging in a digital asset management system or relevant coursework.
Knowledge of American film history, with a broad awareness of major film artists.
Ability to identify a variety of photographic processes and media.
Understanding of proper handling of photographic and archival materials.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a production-oriented, team environment.
Ability to communicate both simple and complex ideas effectively, both orally and in writing, to people with varying degrees of knowledge of archival theory and practice.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Good penmanship and organizational skills.
Ability to lift and move moderately heavy boxes to and from high shelving.

Full post: https://www.appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=1409255&B_ID=56&fid=1&Adid=0&ssbgcolor=FFFFFF&SearchScreenID=1670&CountryID=3&LanguageID=2&InternalJobCode=111460

Job Posting: Collections Manager, Akron Art Museum, Akron, OH

The Akron Art Museum, with its mission to enrich lives through modern and contemporary art, seeks a Collection Manager to oversee the proper care and management of the museum’s collection and all art objects in its custody. With collections exceeding 5,000 objects, including paintings, sculptures, photography (an area of special strength) and works on paper dating from 1850 to present, the museum presents 12-15 exhibitions annually featuring work from its collections and loans from artists, collectors and museums throughout the country and abroad. The Collection Manager reports to the Chief Curator and supervises a Library and Archives Manager.

KEY DUTIES include responsibility for

records of the collection and exhibition materials.
supervision and control of the storage of art, maintaining and updating inventory records.
preparation of all legal documents pertaining collection management, loans, and conservation.
the care and condition of art work.
transportation of art works in the permanent collection and from outside sources and coordinating museum-generated traveling exhibitions.
developing and monitoring budgets for activities pertaining to the documentation, safekeeping, and protection of the collection.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

B.A. in Museum Studies, Art History or related field, M.A. preferred; minimum three years relevant museum experience.

Required:

Experience as a museum registrar.
Excellent organizational and communications skills.
Proficiency in MS Office and with EmbARK or other collections management software.
Knowledge of insurance, packing, transportation, digital asset management, museum record-keeping and conservation standards and resources.
Ability to communicate up-to-date museum standards and professional practices with staff and other museum professionals.
Experience developing and implementing policies.
Ability to manage multiple, ongoing projects simultaneously.
Valid driver’s license.

Preferred:

Advanced art handling experience.
Supervisory experience.

Download the attached file to view a full job description.

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to:
Human Resources, The Akron Art Museum, One South High Street, Akron, OH 44308 or HR@akronartmuseum.org.

Application review will begin on October 7, 2016.

Full post: https://akronartmuseum.org/display/files/CollectionsManager2016JD3.pdf

Job Posting: Collections Assistant, Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Washington, DC

*** Edit 9/28 – This is a repost to correct “All Grades” questions. Applicants who applied previously MUST reapply to be considered.

Summary

This position is located in the Collection Management Department of the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, the Smithsonian institution’s museum of international modern and contemporary art. The Collection Management Department is responsible for the care, preservation, and documentation of all works of art at the museum, whether from the Museum’s permanent collection or on loan from other institutions. The incumbent serves as the assistant to the director of collection management, providing technical assistance in the broad areas of collection stewardship.

Duties

Assists in maintaining standards, policies, and operating procedures for acquisitions, receipt, deaccessioning, loans, packing, shipping logistics, conservation, physical care, storage, documentation, and inventory.
Prepares and maintains the departmental budget worksheets in Excel, monitors
expenditures for supplies, equipment, and travel.
Orders equipment and supplies associated with the functions of the Collection Management Department and tracks the orders during the procurement process.
Checks and keeps accounts of conservation lab supplies of adhesives, papers, fabrics, chemicals, solvents and reorders them when necessary.
Manages the digital assets for the department, including entering conservation reports, images, and other pertinent information into the Museum’s database (TMS).

Qualifications

Experience: You qualify for this position if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-5 level in the Federal Service or comparable pay band system. For this position Specialized experience is defined as entering financial data into software packages, filing, meeting and greeting people, and working with professionals that care for and preserve artworks.

Or Education Grade 7: One full year of graduate level education related to the position or Superior Academic Achievement may be substituted to meet the specialized experience requirement.

Or a Combination: Education and experience may be combined to meet the basic qualifications; for example, a half year of experience and a half year of education in the field may be qualifying.

Apply by: October 11, 2016

Full post: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/451769900

Job Posting: Museum Archives Program Assistant, National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC

The position is located in the Gallery Archives of the National Gallery of Art. Its purpose is to support archival programs through specialized administrative management and performance of museum archives activities. The Gallery Archives is responsible for long-term care of permanently valuable historical records of the National Gallery of Art in every physical form including textual, media, and electronic.

Duties:

The incumbent is responsible for providing efficient and effective administrative management support for the operations of the Gallery Archives office:

Provides support to senior staff with establishing and maintaining digital and analog information management systems.
Oversees acquisition of specialized archival supplies and equipment.
Manages all office requisitions and recording receipts in Oracle.
Determines appropriate application of government and Gallery policies and procedures for office operations.
Evaluates office procedures to identify areas for improvement, assesses the need for alternative methods, and recommends and implements changes as approved by the Chief of Gallery Archives.

The incumbent performs operational support duties directly relating to museum archives program activities which includes:

Providing support in managing the ingest of archival materials in analog and digital form.
Assisting with analyzing, monitoring, and maintaining data on archives projects.
Providing public information and general reference services for archival records.
Monitoring press releases and other on-line sources and creating digital and analog downloads for archival preservation.
Accessioning print items, updating database records and creating up-to-date finding aids.
Creating and managing lists and reports and analyzing data for management review.
Performing basic preservation activities for archival materials.
Supporting archival presence.

Qualifications:

Candidates must meet the following qualification requirements. This requires at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-6 level in the Federal service OR 4 full years of education above the high school level. An equivalent combination of education and experience is fully qualifying and meets the minimum qualification requirements. Specialized experience is experience providing operational and administrative management support, and prioritizing multiple projects primarily within a museum or other cultural institution. Those applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be evaluated against these factors to determine the best-qualified candidates. Applicants must describe their possession of each of these factors individually in a one to two page cover letter as a part of their application.

Ability to apply basic archival principles including provenance, original order, the record group concept, and is able to recognize archival series.
Skill in data management software, relational databases, digital media, and office software programs.
Knowledge of basic art museum functions and organization and is familiar with the operation of digital systems in art museums.
Knowledge of archival preservation concepts and understanding of the requirements of archives preservation materials including photographs, documents and architectural drawings.
Knowledge of research, administrative, and writing skills needed for art museum archives administration, as evidenced by significant undergraduate coursework.

Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant work experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to this job opportunity. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Your resume must include the dates of all qualifying experience (from month/year to month/year) and the number of hours worked/volunteered per week.

Deadline to apply: August 19, 2016

Full post: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/447380200

Job Posting: Digital Asset Manager, American Folk Art Museum, NYC

The American Folk Art Museum (AFAM) seeks a Digital Asset Manager as part of a Leir Charitable Foundations grant-funded project. The goal of the project is to create and make available digital images and catalog records for every object in the AFAM collection. The Digital Asset Manager position is a 12-month, full time role, and will report directly to the AFAM Chief Registrar.

Responsibilities:

Participate in configuration and testing of the DAM, including working with the outside vendor
Develop, maintain, and assign metadata for assets, incorporating industry standards to ensure accurate usage rights
Assess, organize and prepare for migration digital assets of permanent collection images, exhibition files, past events and publications, archive and library material, and other types of files as needed
Manage day-to-day oversight, coordination, and use of the DAM. Establish user groups, roles and boundaries for the use of DAM; registering users to the Digital Asset Management system based on permissions.
Work closely with events and education staff to ensure that video and photos from events are uploaded, organized, tagged, and archived in a timely way
Scan archival photographs and upload to the DAM, applying metadata as appropriate
Receive, track and respond to inquiries and requests for digital assets from internal and external asset users; fulfill image requests via secure file transfer
Photo edit/re-touch images when necessary
Operate with an understanding of legal issues, digital rights management, and create solutions that serve both creative and legal requirements.
Serve as liaison to our contracted rights and reproductions management organization

Qualifications:

Masters degree in Library Science, Information Management and/or equivalent experience
1-2 years experience managing digital assets
Strong interpersonal, communication skills and a collaborative spirit required. Ability to receive and delegate directions, and maintain strong sense of organization
Basic Photoshop, scanning and other digital imaging skills
Experience with The Museum System (TMS) or other collection management system preferred

*Please note that the Museum is located at 2 Lincoln Square, on the Upper West Side. Administrative offices are located at the Museum’s Collections and Education Center in Long Island City, Queens. The Digital Asset Manager will be based in Queens at the Collections and Education Center. This is a full-time, salaried position. Hours are 9:30-5:30 pm. The Museum offers a generous benefits package with full medical and dental, as well as vacation, sick, personal and comp days extended to full-time employees.

How to Apply: Send cover letter and CV to: Mimi Lester, Rapaport Archivist, MLester@folkartmuseum.org with the position title in the subject line. Please, no phone calls

Full post: http://www.nycarchivists.org/page-1060796#AFAMDAM