Hello,
Please accept my apologies for cross-posting.
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston has a new position opening for a
Collection Photographer. If you would like more information, please
contact me at mstein at mfah.org or go to our website:
www.mfah.org/employment.
Thank you and have a wonderful day!
Marty Stein
Marcia (Marty) Stein
Photographic and Imaging Services Manager
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
PO Box 6826
Houston, Texas 77265-6826
Phone: (713) 639-7525
Fax: (713) 639-7557
Email: mstein at mfah.org
Position Available
Title: Collection Photographer
Reports To: Photographic and Imaging Services Manager
Date Needed: September 2008
Pay Type: Salaried, Nonexempt, Full Time, 35 hours/week
Salary: Commensurate with Experience and Education
Benefits: Group Medical and Dental Insurance, Life and
Long Term
Disability Insurance, Pension Plan, Credit
Union, Flexible
Compensation Plan, Paid Time Off, Reserve Time
Off, and
Holiday Pay
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Work Location: Beck Building, a non-smoking facility
Responsibilities:
* Photograph objects from the permanent collection of the Museum
of Fine Arts, Houston, including Bayou Bend and Rienzi
* Photograph, as needed, objects on loan to the MFAH for
exhibition and research
* Photograph installations of exhibitions at MFAH, Bayou Bend,
Rienzi and Glassell School of Art
* Photograph interior and exterior views of MFAH architecture
* Photograph, as needed, after-hours MFAH events
* Coordinate photography schedule with Chief Registrar,
Photographic and Imaging Services Manager, and Assistant Registrar
* Consult with museum staff including curators, registrars,
preparators, conservators, and designers to gather information to
determine how objects should be photographed for specific projects
* Coordinate movement of artworks with preparators and moves
objects within photography studio
* Stay apprised of the applications for new technology and advise
supervisor of the applications for new technology
* Other tasks as assigned
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities::
* Must posses a broad knowledge of film-based and digital
photographic processes, methods and new technologies
* Must be able to work with a variety of museum staff and function
within a team-oriented department
* Must have command of a variety of professional cameras and
equipment including large format, medium format, 35mm, copystand,
electronic strobe, continuous lighting, and diffusers
* Must be able to maintain photographic equipment and lenses in
accordance with accepted policies of the department
* Must have the ability to judge and correct digital proofs,
color, contrast, and density when compared to original objects
* Must have knowledge of specialized software applications
(Photoshop, Bridge, Capture One, Eye One) used to manipulate, print and
save images
* Must have the ability to use cross platform computers, operating
systems and applications
* Must be able to organize time and schedules efficiently in the
absence of direct supervision
* Must posses knowledge of museum and art handling procedures
Education and Experience:
* BFA in photography and knowledge of art history preferred
* A combination of experience gathered from technical photography
school study, apprenticeship and on-the-job training
* Minimum of five years work experience in photography
* Experience utilizing professional digital camera systems
* Demonstrated ability to discriminate and adjust fine tonal
variations and color fidelity of digital reproductions against original
objects
* A portfolio of work required
How to Apply:
Send resume to Human Resources, Job 022, P.O. Box 6826, Houston TX
77265-6826;
Fax 713-639-7597 or email: jobs at mfah.org or apply at
www.mfah.org/employment
Marcia (Marty) Stein
Photographic Services Manager
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
PO Box 6826
Houston, Texas 77265-6826
Phone: (713) 639-7525
Fax: (713) 639-7557
Email: mstein at mfah.org
