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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.
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