Digital Content Manager The mission of the UC Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive (BAM/PFA) is to inspire the imagination and ignite critical dialogue through art and film. One of the largest university art museums in the United States, in physical and budget size and in attendance, BAM/PFA has developed an international reputation for presenting one of the most active and ambitious exhibition programs, as well as for the quality of its art and film collections and research resources. BAM/PFA is an institution with a stellar history and an exciting future. For more information, visit our website: http://bampfa.berkeley.edu
Responsibilities: The Digital Content Manager provides technical support for the website; provides access to, manages, and preserves media assets; supports databases and systems that serve the former functions; provides technical support for gallery and online exhibitions that include digital artworks; and provides general programming and technical support for department services and projects. Provides technical support for all aspects of website from back-end databases to client-side scripts. Programs in PHP for updating or creating web template pages that interface with back-end web database and draw data dynamically. Creates scripts such as Javascripts for client-side functions such as "email-this-page". Supports and makes changes to back-end web database in FileMaker Pro, including making changes to fields, calculations, tables, layouts, and scripts. Creates automated solutions for batch processes such as XML markup of large texts or batch conversion of images. Provides access to, manages, and preserves media assets (including images, audio, video, multimedia and and text) Creates and maintains digital asset management systems including information architecture planning and database development. Creates records and enters data necessary for access and management of media assets. Provides technical support for exhibitions that include diverse and experimental digital artworks and for digital public programs. Works with curators, artists, vendors, and other digital media staff to develop and implement a wide variety of technical components of public exhibitions. Requirements and Qualifications: Demonstrated command of PHP; at least one computer programming language such as C, Basic, Fortran, Cobol, Java; and one additional scripting language such as Javascript, Perl, Applescript. Familiarity with developing websites, Filemaker databases, and the Mac platform. Ability to learn XML-based metadata standards used in museums and academia for managing and preserving digital assets, and to learn other new technical skills quickly and adeptly. Ability to communicate well in writing and verbally about technical matters with non-technical staff. Ability to work in a self-directed as well as collaborative manner. Creative technical problem solving. Knowledge of the applied computer industry and field of programming. Accurate color perception and visual acuity. Ability to physically work in low or tight places and lift computer equipment weighing up to 60 lbs. Valid California driver's license and safe driving record. Salary: Salary range is $39,576 - $46,000, with an excellent benefits package including three weeks vacation and benefits for specified domestic partners and family members. Deadline: Open until filled. First review of applications will occur on 4/27/2007. To Apply: Visit http://jobs.berkeley.edu and search for keyword 6328 (the job number for this position), and follow the application process detailed on the website. To be considered, applications must be completed through the campus online website. If you have trouble completing the online application, please send an email message to hrmshelp at berkeley.edu or call 510-643-4443 between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm for assistance. The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a diverse working environment, competitive salaries, and comprehensive benefits. -- Richard Rinehart --------------- Digital Media Director & Adjunct Curator Berkeley Art Museum/Pacific Film Archive bampfa.berkeley.edu --------------- University of California, Berkeley --------------- 2625 Durant Ave. Berkeley, CA, 94720-2250 ph.510.642.5240 fx.510.642.5269
