Museum Photographer and Digital Imaging Specialist [Mystic Seaport]

The person who fills this role will have responsibilities that include: • Providing professional quality photography services that support and represent Mystic Seaport and its collections and campus for use by the Museum, clients, the web, documentaries, and publications. • Working as the digital imaging specialist using state-of-the-art techniques both in the studio and in the field to replicate and preserve the integrity of the original photograph and the art. • Serving as on-site photographer to chronicle Museum events and activities and provide photographic services as required in support of Museum programs, publications and grant projects. • Serve as studio, object and portrait photographer. • Oversee production time tables and workflow. • Maintain in orderly fashion digital lab, finishing and print darkrooms and photography studios. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a Museum setting; as well as keen interest, proven ability and technical expertise in the photography field; Proven experience using large format, mid-format for 35mm SLR, DSLR cameras and Phase One digital back and PhotoShop are required; Accurate computer skills both Mac and PC-based, including database experience. Must possess the ability to work well with others meeting tight deadlines as well as alone. Must be available for evening and weekend assignments. Candidates selected for further consideration should be prepared to submit a portfolio of their work. To Apply: Please submit an application (http://www.mysticseaport.org/wp-content/uploads/Mystic-Seaport-employment-application_-2015.pdf), resume, and cover letter to human.resources@mysticseaport.org or to Mystic Seaport PO Box 6000 Mystic, CT 06355 Attn: Human Resources. An EOE. Posted on: 09/03/2015