http://www.carnegiemuseums.org/interior.php?pageID=12
Carnegie Museum of Art seeks a research associate to
catalog, research, and document the museum's collection of
approximately 920 film, video, audio, and computer-based art works;
installations that incorporate time-based media; and related archival
materials. Working with the project team, s/he will also contributes
to efforts to codify and implement consistent standards and practices
for accessioning and cataloging time-based media work. The research
associate will play a crucial role in conserving the time-based media
collection and increasing public access to this important collection.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Master’s degree in moving image preservation or
an equivalent combination of academic training and work experience
required. Must have an advanced understanding of avant-garde film and
video history, as well as knowledge of moving-image metadata
standards; analog and digital video formats; and standards and
practices for film and video preservation and video digitization and
display. Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong
organizational capabilities; and the ability to work well with a wide
array of staff members and external experts are critical. S/he must
have the initiative to work without constant direct supervision and be
able to carry out responsibilities accurately and on deadline.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and Web-based research is
required; will be expected to gain proficiency in KEmu collections
management software.
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Paul Brown - based in OZ Oct 2011 to Mar 2012
mailto:[log in to unmask] == http://www.paul-brown.com
OZ Landline +61 (0)7 3391 0094 == USA fax +1 309 216 9900
OZ Mobile +61 (0)419 72 74 85 == Skype paul-g-brown
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Synapse Artist-in-Residence - Deakin University
http://www.deakin.edu.au/itri/cisr/projects/hear.php
Honorary Visiting Professor - Sussex University
http://www.cogs.susx.ac.uk/ccnr/research/creativity.html
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