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JOB TITLE: PhotographerDEPARTMENT: PhotographyREPORTS TO: Director, Visual MediaCLASSIFICATION: Full-Time, ExemptREMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: Project BasedGENERAL SUMMARYUnder the supervision of the Director, Visual Media , the Museum Photographer will photograph the museum's collection, galleries and exhibition spaces, document visitors in and around the museum, special events and exhibitions .ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS+ Photograph artwork for the purpose of publication, academic research, marketing , grant applications , and donor requests.+ Handle delicate artwork, equipment, and other materials without causing damage.+ Photograph the interior and exterior of the museum, museum visitors, museum events and special exhibitions for archives, marketing, general documentation, grant applications , and donor requests.+ Photograph portraits of museum staff, donors, potential donors, visitors, and other museum-related persons.+ Edit image files, using a variety of techniques, to create complimentary and accurate representations of the art objects, for publication use, academic use, marketing purposes, grant usage, and any other museum-related uses.+ Apply correct file name and metadata to digital assets to ensure correct labeling.+ Establish proper functioning backups of all photographic work.+ Perform general computer maintenance, software, firmware, installation, and updates to ensure all studio digital equipment (computers and camera equipment) is functioning, compatible, and running efficiently.+ Perform color calibration of all studios digital equipment to ensure uniformity.+ Schedule art object moves in collaboration with the Collections Management Team for art objects selected for photography .+ Create mounts and supports for photographing art objects in a safe and complimentary manner.+ Apply DIA values to interactions to support a culture of belonging among internal and external stakeholders.+ Perform other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEA ssociate s degree in p hotography or related field requir ed . Two (2) years of experience with portrait, object (still-life), architectural, and /or event photography required . Additional years of experience may be substituted for degree requirement.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES+ Experience with Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, including Lightroom.+ Experience with digital camera systems and image capture devices, including SLR cameras, medium format cameras, and film scanners.+ Knowledge of classic photographic principles, including using shift lenses for depth-of-field perspective and focus control, use of filters, and ability to blend ambient and artificial lighting .+ A bility to troubleshoot mechanical and digital systems and knowledge of color theory and perception .+ Demonstrated collaboration skills to work across departments and divisions internally and with diverse stakeholders externally.+ Demonstrated skills to prioritize and complete multiple tasks to meet deadlines and goals.+ Demonstrated ability to work with attention to detail and produce accurate results.+ Must be able to travel independently within assigned communities in Wayne Oakland and Macomb Counties .+ Ability to provide information, ideas, and instructions clearly, effectively, and professionally through talking or writing .+ Ability to read non-verbal communication from subjects while photographing to ensure a comfortable experience.+ Must possess a demonstrated understanding of ethical business conduct and professional practices including maintenance and protection of confidential and sensitive information .+ Ability to work occasional weekend and evening hours for special events .+ Must be proficient in the latest version of Office 365.+ Must have proficiency in the use of remote work technology such as scheduling with, connecting to, and using digital collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Teams.+ Must be able to establish and maintain professional, productive and courteous interactions that promote positive teamwork . This encompasses going beyond giving and receiving instructions and includes but is not limited to (a) performing work activities requiring interacting or speaking with others; and (b) responding appropriately to constructive feedback or suggestions for improvement from a supervisor .PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Upon receiving notice, reasonable accommodations may be made, if possible, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee must complete o ccasional work using ladders, scaffolds, and in high locations. Physical requirements include frequent heavy lifting of art objects and photographic equipment; good hand, eye and other physical coordination needed. Typical weight lifted or forces exerted is up to 50 lbs.; and can exceed this amount with assistance . Must be able to carefully handle heavy and expensive equipment and artwork . While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate and exchange accurate inf ormation using various m ethods including in-person , teleph one and email.This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of this job . It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor’s ability to modify work assignments as appropriate .THE DETROIT INSTITUE OF ARTS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.