AY Flaten Art Museum Photography Assistant II (WS)

Northfield, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 11 - 12

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Job Title: Photography Assistant (WS)

Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)

Name and Address of Employer:St. Olaf College 1520 St. Olaf Ave Northfield MN 55057

If the position requires the student to work off campus provide the name and address here:

Department Name: Flaten Art Museum

Unit Number (5 digits):11784

Length of Position:See Employment Authorization

Contact Person/Supervisor:Krista Anderson-Larson

Wage Range: $11.75-12.75

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
Problem-solving
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.

DescriptionJob Title: Photography Assistant (WS)Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)Name and Address of Employer:St. Olaf College 1520 St. Olaf Ave Northfield MN 55057If the position requires the student to work off campus provide the name and address here:Department Name: Flaten Art Museum...