CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF THE ARTS

IMAGE SERVICES MANAGER – TEMPORARY

DIVISION OF LIBRARY & INFORMATION RESOURCES

This temporary position reports to the Visual Arts Librarian and manages the daily operations for the production of and access to digital images that support instruction, course reserves and general study.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create, acquire, and process digital images for the collections.

• Create and manage all digital image metadata records in files and databases.

• Hire, schedule, train and supervise digital imaging student assistants.

• Organize, prioritize and maintain systematic workflow.

• Provide user support: assist users to locate images in the collection and support digital image presentation creation.

• Develop and maintain statistical reports.

• Recommend improvements in digital imaging processes.

• Assist with continued development of digital image database.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrated advanced computer skills in a Macintosh environment.

• Demonstrated advanced digital imaging capture and processing skills (scanning, calibration and color management) using flatbed and slide scanners, digital camera, and image processing software.

• Demonstrated advanced skills using Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Excel, and FileMaker Pro.

• Demonstrated experience with Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Preferred experience using iView Media Pro, or other image management software.

• Preferred experience using ARTstor and experience with visual resources for academic art instruction and study.

• Knowledge of contemporary art and art history.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment in a multicultural atmosphere.

• Good communication skills.

• Strong supervisory skills.

This temporary position is available immediately and work through June 30, 2009.  Position will then be evaluated with the possibility of becoming regular.  If you are interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to Charmagne Shearrill, Human Resources Office, hr@calarts.edu.

California Institute of the Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted 7/17/08