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Job Description:
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Reporting to the Director of Operations, the incumbent coordinates the services of the Photography section; performs administrative functions in relation to the photographic section; and supervises the duties of Photographer I, interns and volunteers; investigates new technology and equipment capabilities and recommends lighting and studio improvements and the purchase of new materials and equipment; performs specialized photography, and/or oversees the subsequent external processing of same, to translate art works from the Vancouver Art Gallery Permanent Collection and exhibitions program into reproduction quality photographs, digital or printed page mediums; photographs works of art in the studio, on location or in the galleries for publications, curatorial, marketing, registration, insurance and conservation purposes; develops procedures and photographic standards for the department;
QUALIFICATIONS:
Degree, Diploma or portfolio in photography or media arts is required along with 5-7 years experience in photographic and digital work, including photographing fine art objects and experience in supervising photography staff. The successful applicant will employ a good knowledge of studio lighting techniques and provide quality digital imaging editing when photographing both two dimensional and three-dimensional works of art. Knowledge and experience in the safe handling and movement of artworks is essential; experience working in a museum or gallery setting is an asset. Key attributes include excellent organizational and communication skills; the ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment and coordinate on multiple projects with tight deadlines; and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and members of the public.
Please mail or fax your resume to the attention of the Director of Human Resources by Friday, September 28, 2018 at the Vancouver Art Gallery, 750 Hornby Street, Vancouver, B.C. V6Z 2H7, Fax: (604) 682-1086 or email hr@vanartgallery.bc.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those short-listed will be contacted.
Vancouver Art Gallery is committed to inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility in
reflecting and respecting the local and international community it serves.
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