AY Flaten Art Museum Photography Assistant III
AY Flaten Art Museum Photography Assistant III
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Job Description
Job Title: Photography Assistant
Classification: Student Employee (nonexempt)
Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College 1520 St. Olaf Ave Northfield MN 55057
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Department Name: Flaten Art Museum
Unit Number 5 digits): 11784
Length of Position: See Employment Authorization
Contact Person/Supervisor: Krista AndersonLarson
Pay Rate (Check One) Standard Hourly Rate X Supervisory/Special Skills Hourly Rate
Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position):
The Museum Photography Assistant is responsible for documenting objects from the Flaten Art Museum collection for the database documenting exhibitions events and saving images for archival purposes.
Transferable Skills:
Teamwork
Art Handling/Installation
Written and oral communication skills
Problemsolving
Creativity
Attention to detail
Duties and Responsibilities:
Move objects from storage areas to the media room using proper object handling methods
Handle and photograph 2D and 3D objects of varying sizes and surfaces while maintaining conservation standards for artifacts
Set lights for both 2D and 3D objects
Take high quality digital images
Rename image files according to Museum numbering system
Edit images in Photoshop
Document museum exhibitions and events for archival purposes
Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills)
Ability to work independently
Extremely detail oriented
Proficient with Photoshop
Knowledge of lighting techniques
Prior experience with camera and photography equipment
Previous experience shooting 2D and 3D objects
This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College with or without prior notice.
Employment Type
Part-Time
