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Position at Wellesley

Filed under GSLIS Jobs and Opportunities
Posted by GSLIS, April 12, 2007
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Digital Specialist Art Department

The Digital Specialist will assist the Curator of Visual Resources
with technical tasks associated with the development and maintenance
of the digital images collection, including but not limited to:

  • Processing digital images for inclusion in the VR Collection’s image
    database using image software for cropping, enhancing, color
    correcting and other file manipulation techniques.
  • Photographing images from books, periodicals, and other print
    sources as required.
  • Archiving digital images using specified storage media and
    pre-determined archival practices.
  • Scanning and processing slides as needed, also preparing them for
    scanning by an outside source.
  • Assisting in the management of digital workflow.
  • Assisting in cataloging images when necessary.

Requirements:

  • MLS (candidate) and/or 2 years visual resources experience.
  • Excellent knowledge of Art History, Decorative Arts History or
    Architectural History. B.A in art history or related field preferred.
  • Experience with digital image processing required (specifically
    using Adobe Photoshop).
  • Knowledge and understanding of the technology used in the production
    and manipulation of digital images.
  • Digital and film photography experience strongly preferred.
  • Attention to detail and service-oriented.
  • Strong interpersonal skills required.
  • Ability to commit to one year term.

Position details: Temporary 1 year position, 17 hrs. per week, $15/per hour.

If interested, send cover letter and resume to: Human Resources
Office, Wellesley College, 106 Central Street, Wellesley, MA 02481; or
to apply online, please use the following link:
http://careers.wellesley.edu/wellesley/jobboard.

Wellesley College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
institution and employer. Successful candidates must be able to work
effectively in a culturally diverse environment. Applications from
women, minorities, veterans and candidates with disabilities are
encouraged.

Visit our website at http://www.wellesley.edu/HR/

Questions may also be sent to Curator of Visual Resources Marci Hahn directly at mhahn@wellesley.edu