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Tate British Art Information Project
This exciting initiative was conceived as an integral part of the creation
of Tate Britain. Alongside the provision of new gallery spaces, we believe
it is essential to make images and information about our collections much
more accessible, from any location. At the heart of this is our
determination to create a fully indexed visual database for 50,000 British
works of art, including the Turner bequest. BAIP will help form the basis
for a range of new public information and education services delivered both
at the Gallery and through the Web.
Following the appointment of the Project Manager, Data Co-ordinator and
Image Co-ordinator, we now seek two other key team members to play pivotal
roles in assisting with project production and delivery. Both will be
expected to have a keen interest in computerised public access systems,
together with direct experience relating to the role.
Imaging Assistant
Salary range: £14,720 - £16,340
18 month fixed-term contract
ref. BAIP-IA03
Assisting with both data capture via digital camera of around 42,000 works
on paper and image processing of all 50,000 BAIP pictures from various input
sources (maintaining a throughput of between 100 and 150 per working day).
The ideal applicant is likely to have a training background in imaging
technology, with direct experience of digital photography together with a
range of other image capture methods. Demonstrable experience in using a
variety of image related software applications is essential. An interest in
art, together with a strong interest in the development of multimedia
information systems would be an advantage.
Indexer
Salary range: £14,720 - £16,340
18 month fixed-term contract
ref. BAIP-IN04
Key subject and object indexing of digital images for all 50,000 British
works, including 25,000 Turner sketches (maintaining a throughput of between
40 and 70 per working day).
The ideal applicant is likely to have a background in art history and
enthusiasm for art interpretation (ideally with some experience of
classifying visual collections). Knowledge of the range of works held in the
Tate's collection would be a bonus. Specific IT skills are not required,
although a demonstrable interest in computerised public access systems would
be an advantage.
For a recruitment pack, please send an A4 stamped addressed envelope,
quoting the appropriate reference on the envelope, to: The Personnel
Department, Tate Gallery, Millbank, London SW1P 4RG.
The closing date for return of completed applications is Monday 7th
February.
The Tate Gallery is working towards equal opportunities
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