Digitisation Assistant

Darwin Full-time 3year contract
$75000 per annum 12% superannuation

Do you enjoy focused detailed work where precision really matters

The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT) is seeking a Digitisation Assistant who thrives on structured processes high-quality outcomes and working carefully with cultural collections. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in accuracy enjoys methodical and sometimes repetitive tasks and is comfortable working independently and as part of a small expert team.

About MAGNT

The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory is the Territorys premier cultural and scientific institution welcoming more than 300000 visitors each year. MAGNT is widely recognised for its collections and expertise in Aboriginal cultures natural sciences history and art across Northern and Central Australia and our neighbours to the north.

Working at MAGNT means contributing to the long-term preservation and accessibility of collections that tell the stories of the Northern Territorywhile learning alongside experienced professionals in a respected GLAM (Galleries Libraries Archives and Museums) organisation.

About the Role

As a Digitisation Assistant you will play a key role in the digitisation of MAGNTs History Culture and Art Collections supporting the creation processing and management of high-quality digital assets.

This is a hands-on detail-driven role that involves:

• Consistent image capture of 2dimensional artworks using established studio workflows
• Careful processing colour management naming and creation of digital file derivatives
• Managing file integrity and transferring assets into digital asset and collection management systems
• Working with time-based media workflows and digitalborn material
• Handling rare and fragile collection items with care and precision (training will be provided)

You will be supported by and work closely with the Digital Imaging Officer with opportunities to build capability in:

• Digital asset management
• Collections handling and documentation
• Museum standards and best practice
• Professional photography and imaging workflows

This Role Will Suit Someone Who:

• Is highly process-oriented and values doing things the right way
• Has exceptional attention to detail and consistency
• Enjoys repetitive focused tasks that require accuracy and patience
• Is comfortable working independently while contributing to a team outcome
• Takes pride in producing reliable high-quality work

What Were Looking For

Essential requirements include

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks
• A strong preference for methodical work and high-quality work outcomes
• Relevant experience in museum studies library and archive management photography imaging IT or digital asset management and/ or associated tertiary qualifications
• Understanding of colour management and digital file management
• Full Australian work rights

Highly Desirable

• Experience working in a museum gallery or cultural heritage environment
• Experience handling delicate or valuable objects (particularly 2D works)
• Experience with professional camera equipment and image processing software
• EMU or other Collection Management System experience

Why Join MAGNT

• Work for a well-known and respected museum located in a beautiful Darwin location with free and accessible staff parking
• Learn from an experienced supportive team
• Develop specialist skills in digitisation photography and collections management
• Contribute to the preservation and accessibility of significant cultural collections

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

For Further Information:

Visit view the Job Description here or contact:
Kate Travis
Digital Imaging Officer

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This advertisement will remain open until Monday 23 February 2026.

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