The Barnes Foundation is seeking an individual to oversee a high-resolution
digital imaging project.
The Visual Resources Manager will be responsible for the management,
distribution, and preservation of digital images and photographic materials
related to the art collections of the Barnes Foundation. The Visual
Resources Manager will initially manage a high-resolution digitization
project of the Barnes Foundation's art collection which will require the
coordination of a team of photographers and art handlers. The Visual
Resources Manager will oversee ongoing image production of the art
collection and will be responsible for the development and implementation of
cataloguing and metadata standards for the Foundation's digital image
collections.
Requirements for the position include a graduate degree with a
specialization in digital imaging technology or visual resources management,
or related field, or equivalent work experience managing both digital and
physical media in a museum or cultural institution. Course work in art
history, photography, or fine arts is desirable. Applicants should have
knowledge of, and experience with, current practices in digital imaging and
scanning technologies, equipment, and preservation including proficiency
with Adobe Photoshop, color management tools for digital assets, digital
image management software, and collections management software. Excellent
communication and organizational skills will be required as well as
experience in the coordination and supervision of staff. Experience working
with publications and knowledge of image editing and digital prepress is
desirable.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Honorable Phyllis Beck
The Barnes Foundation
300 N. Latch's Lane
Merion, PA 19066
The deadline for applications is Friday March 7th, 2008.
The Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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