> The following advert appeared in the British Journal of Photography today
> (apologies for cross-posting):
> 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 a very successful first year of production with over 20,000
> images now in place, we now seek a new key team member to play a pivotal
> role in assisting with image production and delivery.
>
> Imaging Assistant
> Salary range: £14,720 - £21,120
> 12 month fixed-term contract
> ref. BAIP-IA06
>
> Assisting with image capture and processing of the remaining 30,000 BAIP
> pictures from various input sources (maintaining a throughput of between
> 100 and 150 per working day) - with particular responsibility for
> technical aspects of imaging process.
> The ideal applicant is likely to have a training background in photography
> and imaging technology, with direct experience of both traditional and
> digital photography together with a range of other image capture methods.
> Demonstrable experience in using a range of image related software
> applications across both mac & pc platforms is essential. An interest in
> art, together with a strong interest in the development of multimedia
> information systems would be an advantage.
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> For a recruitment pack, please send an A4 stamped addressed envelope,
> quoting the appropriate reference on the envelope, to: Ed Bremner, BAIP
> Image Co-ordinator, Tate Gallery, Millbank, London SW1P 4RG. Any questions
> concerning the post should be addressed to: [log in to unmask]
> The closing date for return of completed applications is Noon on Monday
> 11th December, with interviews expected on the 14th.
> The Tate Gallery is working towards equal opportunities
>
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