Job Posting: Media Writer/Editor, J. Paul Getty Museum
The Collections Information & Access department of the J. Paul Getty
Museum seeks a creative person with experience both as a writer and as
an editor to develop interpretative content about the Museum?s
collection and exhibitions for a variety of different media platforms
and audiences. The successful candidate will conceptualize and develop
compelling narratives around the works in the collection, and will
create and assemble content ? including audio, video, and text ? for
in-gallery and online presentations. Assignments will include consulting
with curatorial and education staff regarding works of art and the
interpretive needs of the Museum's target audiences; conducting original
research or developing copy from a variety of sources; leading recorded
audio or video interviews with curators, artists and other content
specialists; and working closely with the editor and producers to review
written material, script drafts, and media edits. Environment is highly
collaborative and project-driven.
Qualifications: M.A. in Art History; or M.F.A. or B.A. in
Journalismacceptable with extensive writing experience. Experience
writing for a variety of media, including audio, video, text, and
interactives is preferred. Experience working with content management
systems or Web development tools is ideal. Must have experience with
digital media production, a solid understanding of editorial processes
as they relate to interactive and online environments, and experience
producing content for diverse audiences. Preferred candidates will also
have: a minimum of 5 years experience producing content for various
media, preferably in the arts or greater cultural heritage sector;
excellent written and verbal communication skills; the ability to
interact effectively and diplomatically with a variety of people within
and outside the Museum; and the capability to handle multiple tasks
under the pressure of deadlines.
Please send cover letter, resume, and salary history to Human
Resources, The J. Paul Getty Trust, 1200 Getty Center Drive, Suite 400,
Los Angeles, CA 90049-1681. Fax: (310) 440-7720. Email:
jobs at getty.edu, indicating "Writer/Editor PT", in the
subject line.
