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Reporting to the Head of Imaging and Intellectual Property, the Museum Photographer creates high-quality images of museum, library, and archive collections at the Yale Center for British Art (YCBA). The photographer also undertakes photo and video documentation of YCBA facilities, exhibitions, programs, and events for archival and promotional use.
The photographer works both independently and as a member of a team of department photographers and technicians to meet imaging objectives. The photographer fulfills routine work orders according to established procedures. The photographer also evaluates and carries out projects, consulting with staff to develop an understanding of aesthetic, technical, logistical, and scheduling requirements.
The photographer transports objects to and from studios independently or with the assistance of collections staff when appropriate. They verify object identification, handle objects on set, and practice safe lighting and support methods according to museum conservation protocols. They ensure security of objects from pickup or arrival in the studio until release.
The photographer captures, evaluates, and adjusts digital image files for quality and accuracy, including exposure, gray and color balance, sharpness, contrast, and density. They maintain color management standards and workflows, creating custom ICC color profiles for a variety of capture settings and regularly monitoring settings for software and hardware used to capture, edit, and view images. They undertake post-processing of digital image files, including verification of objects or subjects photographed; file naming; applying technical or administrative metadata; editing or versioning digital files manually or using actions/scripts, including rotation, straightening, cropping, and appending digital color bars; checking files against work orders; and verifying transfer of image files from capture workstation to servers.
Excellent written/verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team, meet deadlines, and adapt to change. Track record of diligent performance, reliability, accuracy, and attention to detail, supported by references. Ability to document 2D and 3D collection objects using a variety of still and analytical photography techniques, including but not limited to visible light photography, reflected and transmitted infrared photography, and ultraviolet photography. Demonstrated ability to meet established cultural heritage digitization guidelines in production. Ability to discern subtle variation in tone and color and to adjust digital images and print output to match target values and originals. Comprehensive understanding of digital image file parameters. Demonstrated command of photographic equipment and systems, including medium-format digital, DSLR, and modified cameras; strobe and continuous lighting; filters; and diffusers. Ability to troubleshoot equipment, hardware, and software, and to solve routine as well as novel technical issues. Excellent computer skills. Expert skill with industry-standard tools and systems to capture, edit and print digital images. Proficiency with MacOS; familiarity with Windows OS and Microsoft 365. Keeps current with technological developments and innovations in cultural heritage digitization.
09/11/2026
Technician
NON
Labor Grade E
$0.00 - $0.00
Part time
Temporary / Casual (Fixed Term)
On-site
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