Job Description: The Photograph Archive of the Margaret Herrick Library, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, is seeking a full-time Digital Image Specialist to support the library's growing digital image repository.
Requirements: Candidates must have substantial experience in digital imaging projects and digital asset management systems and image databases. Digital Imaging Specialist must be able to coordinate large-scale scanning projects, create large volume of high-quality digital prints, and be responsible for ingesting digital objects into the Academy's digital asset management system in a timely and accurate manner. Digital Imaging specialist must be able to meet challenging deadlines and work within complex workflows and schedules for a large number of simultaneous imaging projects and contribute significantly to the creation of the Academy's digital resources repository. Duties: Reporting to the Digital Archivist, the Digital Imaging Specialist will scan and ingest image files and metadata-only objects into digital repository, perform image correction as needed, and manage print reproduction. The Digital Imaging Specialist will also use large- and small- format digital cameras to create high-quality digital images from oversized works on paper, rare books and other bound or fragile materials, and three-dimensional artifacts. Requirements: · Judge and correct digital images for color balance, contrast, tonality, and density when compared to original objects, photographic prints, or transparencies using computer accessories and techniques. · Determine best methods and equipment required to produce digital surrogates (copy-stand, book cradle, flatbed scanner, slide scanner, digital camera). · Document all methods and processes. · Track image production and workflow. · Participate in maintaining project status reports. · Consistently and accurately name image files. · Calibrate monitors and digitization devices to ensure the highest possible quality and efficiency using appropriate hardware and software. · Serve as principal source of information for the Library on digital photography, computer hardware, networked servers, software. · Work with software and hardware vendors to troubleshoot equipment or services. · Train and oversee scanning technicians and assistants in scanning and printing procedures. Qualifications: · Good knowledge of American film history. Formal study of film history helpful. · Ability to recognize and identify productions and personnel. · Familiarity with a variety of photographic media and processes. · Four or more years professional experience in digital studio photography using high-end cameras and lighting. · Experience using specialized software applications to capture, manipulate, save, and print images. · Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous tasks: batch scanning, ingesting, documentation, printing. · Ability to participate in collaborative projects with dynamic team. · Excellent organizational skills, ability to work accurately in busy environment. Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Margaret Herrick Library is a world-renowned institution dedicated to the history of motion pictures. The Digital Imaging Specialist will contribute to the preservation, organization, and maintenance of over 7 million items. Please email or fax a letter of application, resume, and the names and phone numbers of three references to: Jane Glicksman, Digital Archivist Margaret Herrick Library [email protected] Fax: 310-657-5193 --- You are currently subscribed to mcn_mcn-l as: [email protected] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [email protected]
