St. Olaf
AY Flaten Art Museum Photography Assistant II (WS)
St. Olaf, Northfield, Minnesota, United States, 55057
Job Description
Job Title:
Photography Assistant (WS)
Classification:
Student Employee (non-exempt)
Name and Address of Employer:
St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057
If the position requires the student to work off campus, provide the name and address here:
Department Name:
Flaten Art Museum
Unit Number (5 digits):
11784
Length of Position:
See Employment Authorization
Contact Person/Supervisor:
Krista Anderson-Larson
Wage Range:
$11.75-12.75
Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position):
The Museum Photography Assistant is responsible for documenting objects from the Flaten Art Museum collection for the database, documenting exhibitions, events, and saving images for archival purposes.
Transferable Skills: Teamwork Art Handling/Installation Written and oral communication skills Problem-solving Creativity Attention to detail Duties and Responsibilities:
Move objects from storage areas to the media room using proper object handling methods Handle and photograph 2D and 3D objects of varying sizes and surfaces while maintaining conservation standards for artifacts Set lights for both 2D and 3D objects Take high quality digital images Rename image files according to Museum numbering system Edit images in Photoshop Document museum exhibitions and events for archival purposes Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills)
Ability to work independently Extremely detail oriented Proficient with Photoshop Knowledge of lighting techniques Prior experience with camera and photography equipment Previous experience shooting 2D and 3D objects
This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.
Job Title:
Photography Assistant (WS)
Classification:
Student Employee (non-exempt)
Name and Address of Employer:
St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057
If the position requires the student to work off campus, provide the name and address here:
Department Name:
Flaten Art Museum
Unit Number (5 digits):
11784
Length of Position:
See Employment Authorization
Contact Person/Supervisor:
Krista Anderson-Larson
Wage Range:
$11.75-12.75
Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position):
The Museum Photography Assistant is responsible for documenting objects from the Flaten Art Museum collection for the database, documenting exhibitions, events, and saving images for archival purposes.
Transferable Skills: Teamwork Art Handling/Installation Written and oral communication skills Problem-solving Creativity Attention to detail Duties and Responsibilities:
Move objects from storage areas to the media room using proper object handling methods Handle and photograph 2D and 3D objects of varying sizes and surfaces while maintaining conservation standards for artifacts Set lights for both 2D and 3D objects Take high quality digital images Rename image files according to Museum numbering system Edit images in Photoshop Document museum exhibitions and events for archival purposes Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills)
Ability to work independently Extremely detail oriented Proficient with Photoshop Knowledge of lighting techniques Prior experience with camera and photography equipment Previous experience shooting 2D and 3D objects
This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.