Director of Photography Collections
University of Texas at Austin - Austin, Texas, us, 78716![University of Texas at Austin](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.Responsibilities:Oversee the care, description, cataloging, and promotion of the centers rapidly growing photographic collections.Develop and implement policies and procedures for the acquisition, cataloging, and documentation of the centers photography collections, including analog and digital formats.Lead the day-to-day operations and programmatic activities of the photography unit, including the inventory, processing, and housing of all current and incoming collections.Supervise 3 FTE professional staff and student interns, setting clear direction around goals set by the Executive Director.Build and advance relationships with current and potential collection donors, including photographers, collectors, dealers, and other key individuals in the field of photography.Document accessions with the archival registrar and arrange collection shipments with the business office.Coordinate licensing of the centers photography and permissions with photographers and donors as required.Oversee policies regarding reproduction and duplication of photographic resources.Collaborate with the Director of Research and Collections on reference services for photo collections.Enhance collaboration with the University's academic programs, faculty, students, and staff by leveraging the Briscoe Centers outstanding photography collections.Serve on the Briscoe Centers Administrative Committee and collaborate with key personnel to implement the Center's vision, mission, and goals.Represent the Briscoe Center's photographic holdings to enhance its public and professional visibility nationally and internationally.Support the centers exhibitions program and assist in selecting materials for exhibitions.Collaborate on photography books and the use of photos for other Briscoe Center publications.Work with the Development Officer to determine fundraising needs and opportunities.Perform other duties as assigned.
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