Please forgive cross-posting... The Davis Museum has just opened the search for a Media Installation and Production Specialist, a position that combines technical installation for exhibitions and media production. A link to the HR application is below, followed by the text of the job description.
*Media Installation and Production Specialist* career.wellesley.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51148 *Media Installation and Production Specialist* The Davis Museum seeks a technology professional to manage public facing media-based initiatives (including installations and productions) as well as internal systems and infrastructure. The Media Installation and Production Specialist is a full time exempt position that reports to the Associate Director of Operations and Collection Management and will be responsible for: 1) managing equipment and installation of media-based exhibitions by working closely with curatorial and exhibitions staff, outside services, and contractors; 2) leading the production or coordination of multimedia content in support of Museum programs; 3) creating a vision and strategy for technology resources and projects, that defines how technology supports public presentations and internal operations and ensures that systems operate efficiently and effectively; and 4) serving as a liaison to campus LTS functions and participating in development of infrastructure (including collections management and asset management systems) for the Museum. For exhibition equipment and installation, this position will be responsible for: researching and planning equipment and technical layouts for exhibitions; developing equipment budgets; installing and repairing equipment for exhibitions and special events, including the daily set up, operation, and maintenance of audio visual related equipment; and coordinating operation of gallery technology with security and students. This position will be responsible for maintaining the equipment inventory and proper documentation of all systems, including equipment lists, wiring diagrams, location and status, directory of IP address assignments and maintenance records. The position will lead the development and production of technical components and materials within exhibitions and instruct other technicians in the set up and operation of multimedia equipment. The position will recommend purchases for equipment, shop stock, and supplies as required. In support of Museum programs, this position will be responsible for the production of media-based content to be used in galleries and distributed through the web and social media. The position will serve as a resource for the development of multimedia programs, including all aspects of planning, recording (audio and video), editing, and post processing, or coordinating production with services and contractors outside the Museum. The position will evaluate, maintain, and upgrade production equipment and software as required for supporting the production of media content. The position will also develop, maintain, and publish policies, procedures and standards for media production and assess/measure the impact of media productions. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities BA in art history, art, or related degree required, MA preferred; 3-5 years experience within a museum or cultural organization. The position requires excellent technical knowledge (typically gained through relevant experience) of audio and video recording, editing, production, and presentation hardware and software. This position requires a collaborative, energetic and engaging technology professional with a proven track record of success in identifying, leading, and delivering complex technology initiatives in alignment with institutional mission. Key skills include: an ability to clearly communicate the structure and design of media productions; an ability to take initiative and prioritize tasks; an ability to assess human resources needs; good time-management, organization, problem-prevention skills. Other requirements include: art installation and exhibition planning experience; knowledge of audiovisual equipment used in contemporary art; knowledge of current integrated media being utilized in museum field; and knowledge of new media art and history of technology use in art making. Candidates should expect to join the staff of a museum at the center of the intellectual life of a vital undergraduate campus, and to be successful should possess a strong commitment to the unique orientation of the academic museum and to the teaching mission of the Davis. Candidates must be creative and flexible with strong verbal and written communication skills and an ability to work well with a broad spectrum of the Museum community. Excellent problems-solving skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment are essential; candidates must be collegial, collaborative, and committed to a positive culture. * * *About the Davis.* One of the oldest and most acclaimed academic fine arts museums in the United States, the Davis Museum is a vital force in the intellectual, pedagogical and social life of Wellesley College. It seeks to create an environment that cultivates visual literacy, inspires new ideas, and fosters involvement with the arts both within the College and the larger community. The Davis collections, including some 11,000 objects, span global history from antiquity to the present and include masterpieces from almost every continent. Today, the holdings are housed in an extraordinary museum building, designed by Rafael Moneo, winner of the Pritzker Architecture Prize. In addition to dynamic presentations of the permanent collections, and installations that support specific coursework and research interests, the Davis hosts a rotating series of engaging temporary exhibitions and programs organized to inform, delight, and challenge visitors. -- David Sturtevant Associate Director of Operations and Collections Management *the Davis.* Davis Museum at Wellesley College 106 Central Street, Wellesley, MA 02481 *t* 781.283.2354 | *f* 781.283.2064 *e* dsturtev at wellesley.edu http://www.davismuseum.wellesley.edu <http://www.davismuseum.wellesley.edu/>
