Digitization Technician

Description:

Responsibilities:

• Retrieve objects from storage for digitization.

• Scan / photograph objects.

• Process and rename the files according to museum standards.

• Work closely with the Museum’s Registrar and Collection Manager and

Senior Manager, Design and Content to review progress on a regular basis.

• Utilize Digital Asset Management Software to upload Master images and

enter in appropriate metadata pertaining to each image.

• Update or create object records in the collection database (TMS Collections),

as needed, and prepare the records for eMuseum.

• Assist with the supervision of a part-time Digitization Assistant, and work

closely with this person on all aspects of the project.

• Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.A. in a related field; M.A. preferred.

• 1–3 years of experience photographing and scanning 2-D objects in a

museum or library setting as well as knowledge of digitization best practices.

• Knowledge of museum standards and best practices for the care and

handling of objects.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Utmost attention to detail.

• Absolute discretion when encountering sensitive information and interacting

with couriers and other outside visitors to the museum.