Total 2 job vacancies by National Gallery of Art

As the Museum Specialist you will:

• Coordinates and manages the work processes of the PDE-I by means of work order requests, calendar scheduling and resource management tools. This role coordinates imaging across all studios, organizing photographer and art move schedules to maximize use of space and staff resources. Utilizes the work order management system (IRIS), NetX and TMS to perform the functions of asset discovery, quality assurance and delivery of work orders. Assist with image cataloging as needed. Conducts assignment and scheduling of projects based on institutional priority, space and staff resource availability. Manages client inquiries and expectations. Supports department staff and Department Head in achieving project objectives. Creates and maintains documentation of imaging project lists and assists with developing and executing project plans. Uses the Gallery’s collection management system (TMS) and NetX collections to retrieve information, produce reports and generate object photography lists. Coordinates with departmental staff to ensure accurate capture information is recorded in the Gallery’s digital asset management system (eDAM). Monitors and reports on project status using Wrike and any other relevant software applications.
• Proactively aids the department head with a variety of administrative functions, such as, creating budget reports, imaging statistics, image collections, assist with preparing presentations and Oracle/ dept credit card allocation of payments. Purchasing includes general office and photographic supplies, by means of the DIVS purchase card, as well larger purchases using purchase orders and Oracle. Manages contractor contract payments and work schedules.
• Provides support to photographic staff with the movement of works of art into and out of PDE-I studios to ensure efficient use of time and facilities. Schedules projects in consultation and in collaboration with curators, conservators and Gallery officials, to establish the most appropriate setting or action.

As the Visual Information Specialist you will:

• Makes digital images of two and three-dimensional works of art using direct digital capture. Work is usually performed in a photographic studio, but also occasionally in off-site locations. The incumbent needs to use a variety of digital cameras, lenses and lighting equipment and is expected to apply wide professional knowledge and experience to achieve the highest quality images.
• The incumbent, in consultation with the Production Manager and Head of Imaging, coordinates routine and special imaging projects, provides mentoring, direction, and advises junior imaging staff on the best application of technique, proper use of equipment, and appropriate viewing/lighting conditions for imaging. Supports junior staff to ensure all imaging created across the department aligns with the quality standards set forth by the Head of Imaging Dept.
• Communicates workflow and system inconsistencies to the Head of Imaging and performs basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. Schedules and coordinates the testing of Imaging software and photographic equipment with Color Scientist as required to ensure proper quality control. Acts as mentor and partner for select photography staff within PDE-I to deepen their knowledge and experience with advanced Imaging practice and technique. Shares their comprehensive knowledge of and skill in applying photogrammetry and other imaging techniques to works of art. Ability to choose the right lighting equipment, related computer software, imaging/scanning equipment, lens elements, and appropriate filters.