Photo Research Librarian, The Granger Collection (New York, NY)
Posted: April 22, 2009 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments Off[via LISjobs.com]
Job Title: Photo Research-Librarian Position
Organization: The Granger Collection
Location: New York, New York,
Description:
Historical picture library in New York City seeks a full-time Research Librarian who is highly motivated. Must be extremely attentive to detail and have exceptional organizational skills. This is a deadline-driven position with many varied duties, from researching pictures, to captioning and keywording.
Qualifications:
- Interest in photography, including visual literacy
- Strong knowledge of world history
- Excellent typing and writing skills
- Proficiency in Windows necessary
- Some knowledge of Photoshop helpful
- Foreign language skills a plus
- Photo agency experience a plus
- Web savvy self-starter and team player
Duties include:
- In-depth picture research
- Heavy client contact
- Creating original catalogue records for images
- Image processing and indexing
- Preparing images for digital production
- Filing, and more as the need arises
Start Date: June 2009. Competitive salary and benefits offered. Congenial office. Perfect for a recent grad with an MLS or a library professional already working in the photo field. Send resume and cover letter to jobs@granger.com. In subject field, enter: Photo Research-Librarian Position. No calls, please.
