ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:
The Department of Textile Conservation is responsible for preservation, conservation, technical study, and research of the Museum's collection of approximately 36,000 textiles in twelve curatorial departments. The encyclopedic collection represents a broad range of textiles, including tapestries, carpets, embroideries, costumes, and three-dimensional accessories of all periods and cultures.
The Department sets guidelines for care, handling, display, and storage of the textiles and has played a vital role in the Met's initiative to create a dedicated facility for Integrated Pest Management (IPM) with a purpose-built freezer and pre-and post-treatment areas.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
Under the supervision of the Conservator in Charge, the Associate Manager for Technical Documentation will be responsible for managing digital documentation acquired by various imaging techniques within the Department of Textile Conservation. This key support role will increase efficiency and consistency in the creation, processing, and management of technical documentation.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
Provide technical support in the examination of textiles during the course of treatment and research, by assisting with photography, X-radiography, multiband imaging, including capture, processing, editing, scanning, printing, exporting and archiving
Manage conservation documentation, including archiving digital assets, metadata maintenance, and implementation of established file naming protocols
Develop and implement guidelines and protocols to better standardize and streamline technical documentation in line with the conservation profession and museum's policies and procedures
Work with TMS, NetX and Conservation Studio teams to support departmental projects and conservation documentation and provide training when necessary
Prepare imaging equipment procedure manuals, train staff and support their application of standards
Maintain and plan upgrade of imaging equipment in coordination with external vendors, Technology, and Imaging Department as appropriate
Serve as the Computer Liaison Group representative; Oversee maintenance of departmental computer equipment and software with cross-functional understanding of department's needs; provide troubleshooting support for the department as needed
Liaise with other departments and teams as required including curatorial, conservation, Scientific Research, Education, Publications and Editorial, Imaging, Digital, Technology, Retail & Merchandising
Take leading role in strategizing about the department's use of technology, research new tools and contribute to the creative processes in the development of imaging standards
Keep informed about the latest developments and technologies in the field
Broaden knowledge of developments and relevant fields, taking advantage of the Museum's expertise and resources, and the Museum's opportunities for professional development
Other related duties
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree in Photography, Image Science, or relevant experience (preferred)
Five years of relevant post-graduate work experience
Demonstrable technology skills, including extensive experience with databases, project-tracking software, digitizing, management of metadata, and sharing and archiving of digital assets
Knowledge of existing and emerging best practices for imaging and documentation
Fluency with relevant hardware, and software technologies including imaging programs, e.g., Photoshop and Lightroom
Time management skills and the ability to manage competing projects and meet deadlines
Strict attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Knowledge related to conservation materials (preferred)
Experience in creating or working with digital art (preferred)
COMPENSATION RANGE:
Pay Range: $85,000.00 - $90,000.00 / Annually
The advertised pay scale reflects the good faith minimum and maximum salary range for this role. The advertised pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage for any specific employee. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, special licensing or qualifications, and other factors.
