The Freer and Sackler Galleries are hiring a full time photography position. See the advertisement below. Let me know if you have any questions.
Introduction The Freer Gallery of Art and the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery together form the Smithsonian's museums of Asian art. The galleries are devoted to the research, acquisition, exhibition, care and management of the renowned collections of Asian art in each museum and American art in the Freer Gallery. The mission of the Galleries is to encourage enjoyment and understanding of the arts of Asia and the cultures that produced them, and to use works of art to inspire study and provoke thought. The two museums are co-administered and share the same staff. The incumbent will be responsible for the day-to-day and long term photographic needs for the museum. The incumbent will complete photography and other digital imaging assignments and services, including production of high-resolution still and video images of the Museum's collection objects that will be used as educational, commercial, promotional and informational output for the museum. The incumbent will use photographic standards and best practices to ensure the safe and efficient flow of work. Will need to provide, as needed, reports on photographic equipment needs and research of new photographic technologies. Incumbent must demonstrate skill in photographing fine art with high- end photography hardware and software. Must be able to resolve special technical problems such as photographing the reflective properties of object surfaces to eliminate glare and reflections, adjusting colors or enhancing contrasts, and rendering fine details or exact color renditions using specialized lighting to illuminate cavities or minute parts of an object. Must be able to communicate clearly and tactfully with high-level museum personnel and business representatives. The position is located in the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery building in Washington, DC. The salary range is $66,510-$86,460 (equivalent to a grade 11 in the Federal government). Applicants should email cover letter, résumé and portfolio to Cory Grace at gra...@si.edu<mailto:gra...@si.edu> by March 10, 2017. To learn more about the Freer and Sackler Galleries, visit our website at asia.si.edu. The Smithsonian is an equal opportunity employer. Cory Grace Digital Imaging & Asset Specialist (Acting Head of Imaging and Photographic Services) P.O. Box 37012, MRC 707 Washington, DC 20013-7012 Direct Tel: 202-633-0347 Fax: 202-357-1829 Email address: gra...@si.edu<mailto:gra...@si.edu> Website: www.asia.si.edu<http://www.asia.si.edu/> FedEx or special deliveries: Imaging and Photographic Services Freer Gallery of Art and Arthur M. Sackler Gallery 1050 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20560
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