Visual Arts Public Relations / Marketing Student Internship New York, NY
Posted: October 17, 2011 Filed under: Job Search, Opportunities: Internships | Tags: Internships Leave a comment »http://www.nyfa.org/opp_detail.asp?type=Job&id=94&fid=1&sid=54&oppid=36782
Visual Arts Public Relations / Marketing Student Internship
Blue Medium Inc.
(New York NY)
Public Relations, Communications, and Marketing firm specializing in visual arts, design, architecture and culture is seeking a bright, organized, dedicated, and charismatic candidate for a fall/winter internship.
Duties include, but are not limited to: maintaining press clippings and listings, researching new media contacts and publications, assisting with the production of media kits, helping to coordinate social media efforts, and organizing our media storage and archives. Assisting with and attending special events and openings will require occasional after-hours commitment.
Applicant should possess strong writing and organizational skills, excellent phone manner, an eye for aesthetics, and an ability to work well in a small office setting. Knowledge of art history and the contemporary art world is a plus. Must be literate in Macintosh computers and Microsoft Office. Experience in Filemaker, Photoshop, and InDesign is strongly preferred. Desired applicants must be willing to commit at least three full months to working at the company.
Prospective interns should be available for either a full-time schedule (Monday through Friday) or at least three full days per week (10am to 6pm). This internship offers a $25 per day stipend for food and transportation costs. Please be available for an in-person interview. You may visit our website for further information at www.bluemedium.com.
Please send cover letter, resume, and availability by email to andrew@bluemedium.com. No phone calls please.
Ideal start date: ASAP.
Curator and Manager, Visual Resources Library, City College of New York
Posted: October 17, 2011 Filed under: Architecture Librarianship, ArLiSNAP, Art Librarianship, Images, Job Search, Opportunities: Job Postings, Visual Resources, [ Opportunities ] | Tags: architecture, job postings, Visual Resources Leave a comment »Curator and Manager, Visual Resources Library
The City College of New York
New York, New York
Closes 10/28/2011
Curator and Manager, Visual Resources Library
Maintain Architecture Visual Resources Library. Catalogue and update the slide and digital collection. Provide tutorial services in using the library collection and equipment. Supervise staff. Evaluate digital image collection in order to maintain quality and overall balance. Provide reference services for faculty and students. Provide research and obtain images for faculty symposia and publications.
QUALIFICATIONS
BA -Liberal Arts, 5 years experience as same or as assistant Curator required. Must be familiar with metadata standards and proficient with cataloging software, particularly Embark Cataloger and ARTstor Shared Shelf.
HOW TO APPLY
Attn: Peter Gisolfi, Chair, Architecture
The City College of New York
141 Convent Avenue,
New York, NY 10031
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are committed to enhancing our diverse academic community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply. We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. EO/AA Employer.
http://www1.ccny.cuny.edu/jobs/MP-141101.cfm
Job Posting: Assistant Librarian, McNay Art Museum, San Antonio, Texas
Posted: July 18, 2011 Filed under: Art Librarianship, Job Search, Opportunities: Job Postings | Tags: acquisitions, art librarianship, collection development, development, mcnay art museum, Museum Librarianship, museums, reference, research, san antonio, texas Leave a comment »McNay Art Museum seeks a full time Assistant Librarian to assist the Head Librarian by providing administrative and professional support in the areas of reference, collections development, acquisitions, funding, facilities planning, public relations, and other areas as needed.
Responsibilities would include managing the public information desk, assisting with the general research as well as that of the museum’s permanent collection and exhibitions to the staff, docents, and library visitors. Will manage gifts and donations to the library. The assistant also assists with the library’s collection development and acquisition program, both print and digital resources.
Qualifications: Masters degree in Library/Information Science from and ALA accredited library school required. Excellent organizational, interpersonal and written communication skills required. Academic background in art, art history, or theatre-related disciplines demonstrated through undergraduate degree coursework, and/or work experience. Pratical knowledge of library emerging technologies related to the design and delivery of library services. Minimum of two years experience in a fine arts library and library space planning, highly desirable. Must be able to carry heavy library materials. Flexible work schedule, including some nights and weekends.
Please send cover letter and resume to:
lisa.penn@mcnayart.org
or mail:
McNay Art Museum
P.O. Box 6069
San Antonio, TX 78209-0069
(h/t: LISjobs.com)
E-forum on Job Hunting: A Conversation About How To Do It Well
Posted: April 29, 2011 Filed under: Advice, Advice: New Professionals, Advice: Students, Job Search, Opportunities: Professional Development, Technical Services, [ Opportunities ] | Tags: ALCTS, e-forum, erica findley, interview skills, job hunting, library technical services, tiffany eatman allen Leave a comment »Job Hunting: A Conversation About How To Do It Well
May 4-5, 2011
Hosted by Tiffany Eatman Allen and Erica Findley
Please join us for an e-forum discussion. It’s free and open to everyone!
Registration information is at the end of the message.
Each day, sessions begin and end at:
Pacific: 6am – 2pm
Mountain: 7am – 3pm
Central: 8am – 4pm
Eastern: 9am – 5pm
In this free and open e-Forum discussion, our hosts will look at performing a successful job search in library technical services.
Whether you are new to the field or just changing career focus, this e-Forum will provide you with the pointers you need to secure your next position in this continually changing area of librarianship. What can you do to put yourself ahead of the competition? How can you make yourself more visible in the crowded job market? Need a refresher on cover letters and resumes? How about interview basics? Do you know how to best manage your on-line presence while conducting a job search? We will explore these questions and many more with our two hosts: Tiffany Allen, Library HR insider and Erica Findley, a new graduate who recently landed an academic library position.
Tiffany Eatman Allen is the Director of Library Human Resources at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill University Library. She works extensively with librarians, staff, and Information and Library Science graduate students, and is also currently the Chair of the Library Leadership & Management Association (LLAMA) Human Resources Section. She holds a BA in Political Science and Psychology and an MLS, both from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She has published in traditional print media, including C&RL News and in The Librarian’s Career Guidebook, as well as several articles written online for LISCareer.com. Additionally, she has served as co-editor of LISCareer.com and as co-author of “Career Q&A with the Library Career People” for LISjobs.com since 2003.
Erica Findley is the Digital Resources/Metadata Librarian at Pacific University Library in Forest Grove, Oregon. She earned her MLIS is 2008 and has held a variety of appointments in ALA. Currently, she is the Vice Chair of the ALCTS New Members Interest Group where she has led two on-line discussions about performing successful job searches. She is also serving on two search committees one for a library staff position and the other for the ALCTS ANO Editor position.
*What is an e-forum?*
An ALCTS e-forum provides an opportunity for librarians to discuss matters of interest, led by a moderator, through the e-forum discussion list. The e-forum discussion list works like an email listserv: register your email address with the list, and then you will receive messages and communicate with other participants through an email discussion. Most e-forums last two to three days. Registration is necessary to participate, but it’s free. See a list of upcoming e-forums at:http://bit.ly/upcomingeforum.
*To register:*
Instructions for registration are available at: http://bit.ly/eforuminfo. Once you have registered for one e-forum, you do not need to register again, unless you choose to leave the email list. Participation is free and open to anyone.
SLA@Pratt annual Skill Share Fair
Posted: March 31, 2011 Filed under: Job Search, Opportunities: Events, Opportunities: Networking, Opportunities: Professional Development, Student Organizations | Tags: pratt institute, pratt sils, skill share, SLA, sla@pratt Leave a comment »SLA@Pratt annual Skill Share Fair is coming up!
This year, the Fair will take place on Friday, April 15th from 4-6pm on the 6th floor of the Pratt Manhattan Center.
The Fair will consist of panel discussion from varying realms of the SLA universe, as well as one-on-one speed mentoring sessions by working professionals spanning the spectrum of the special libraries field.
Attendees that are not Pratt students or affiliates must RSVP with Aurelia, amoser@pratt.edu, to be cleared with security prior to admittance to the event.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact any SLA@Pratt officer here: http://mysite.pratt.edu/~sla/officers.html.
SLA@Pratt annual Skill Share Fair
Friday, April 15th from 4-6pm
PMC, 144 West 14th Street (between 6th and 7th Avenues)
in Manhattan, NYC
(h/t Antonio DeRosa, SLA@Pratt, VP of PR)
Job posting: PT Book Review Assistant @ Library Journal
Posted: March 30, 2011 Filed under: Job Search, Opportunities: Job Postings | Tags: job postings, jobs, library journal 2 Comments »Position title: Book Review Assistant at Library Journal magazine
Hours per week: 10-20 hrs. per week.
Wages: $10 per hour.
Supervisor: Mike Rogers, Senior Editor
Description of duties:
- In the magazine’s bookroom: opening all delivered packages of books that are to be considered for review (the magazine receives approx. 1000 such galleys per week), and placing those books on the proper shelf in the bookroom, by subject category.
- At your workstation: keying in bibliographic information on books that have been assigned for review.
- At your workstation: through LJ’s UPS interface, creating shipping labels, and packing up books for shipment to reviewers or others.
- At your workstation: pasting book reviews into the same database, and formatting them. Likewise for select other magazine columns and articles.
- At your workstation: contacting publicists for cover art, or other information, when requested.
- Assisting book review editors with other projects.
- Other duties as they may arise, as well as opportunities to write your own book reviews under your own byline, working on your own time.
Qualifications:
- Must be detail-oriented!
- Experience with accurate database entry work.
- Ease with MS Word and online searching.
- Previous experience in multitasking and prioritizing between obligations, all of which may need your attention on the same day.
- Willingness to undertake repetitive physical work (opening book packages) that has an intellectual component (sorting the books onto proper shelves).
- Proven attention to detail (please furnish contact information for two references, preferably from previous supervisors).
- Familiarity with and interest in the world of books and authors.
- Previous experience at a publisher, magazine, or newspaper and previous writing or editing experience a plus.
- MLS/MLIS students preferred.
Contact: Michael Rogers (MRogers@mediasourceinc.com).
ARLIS webinar! Friday, Feb. 11 – Getting Started: Cover Letter, Resume and Interview Tips for New Professionals
Posted: February 10, 2011 Filed under: Job Search, Opportunities: Professional Development, Workshops | Tags: Professional Development, webinar Leave a comment »Awesome webinar for those who are on the job hunt (and pretty much everyone else)! Please note that it is limited to current ARLIS/NA members only.
Getting Started: Cover Letter, Resume and Interview Tips for New Professionals
A webinar presented by ARLIS NA Education Subcommittee
Friday, February 11
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST
Space is limited.
Reserve your Webinar seat now at:
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/912920745
New to the field of art librarianship? Applying for professional positions for the first time? We’ve invited two guests to talk about the application and interviewing process. They’ll offer expert advice for new (and soon-to-be) professionals on reading job descriptions, writing cover letters and resumes, and selecting good references. We’ll also take a look at some of the skills and knowledge search committees look for when recruiting new art information professionals.
Presented by:
Allen K. Townsend, Director, Arts Library, Yale University
Tiffany Allen, Personnel Librarian, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar. ARLIS NA Webinars are available for current members only.
System Requirements
PC-based attendees
Required: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server
Macintosh®-based attendees
Required: Mac OS® X 10.4.11 (Tiger®) or newer
How to Handle Rejection
Posted: January 21, 2011 Filed under: Advice, Advice: New Professionals, Advice: Students, Job Search Leave a comment »After the Failed Interview
by Christine Kelly at Inside Higher Ed
I found this article and thought that others might be interested. The author makes a great point – most of us go through rejection several times during our job searches. How you handle those scenarios can be important to your future career.
Paths To Employment – ALA Online Chat 9/15
Posted: September 13, 2010 Filed under: ALA, Job Search, Opportunities: Events, Opportunities: Networking, Opportunities: Professional Development | Tags: Chats, Professional Development Leave a comment »Via ALA collib-l: Check out this chat about jobseeking; could be especially relevant for those with technical services interests.
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Are you new to the field and are looking for ways to gain professional experience? Are you a new graduate that is having a hard time finding an entry level position?
There are strategies to building a network and getting on a path toward your goals. The ALCTS New Members Interest Group (ANMIG) wants to share those strategies with you.
Please join us for an informal 1 hour chat on Wednesday September 15th, 2010 at 10 am Pacific Time. ANMIG team member Erica Findley will be your host. If you cannot make the chat don’t worry. The transcript will be made available in ALA Connect.
This chat is open to all ALA members of all types.
To join the chat:
On September 15th log in to ALA Connect and navigate the the ANMIG page. Look for the Meebo chat room embedded in to our ALA Connect page http://connect.ala.org/node/85257.
Learn more about ALCTS http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alcts/index.cfm
Learn more about the ALCTS New Members Interest Group (ANMIG) http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alcts/mgrps/ig/ats-ignmbr.cfm
job posting – arts librarian
Posted: April 23, 2010 Filed under: Art Librarianship, Job Search, Opportunities: Job Postings | Tags: job postings, jobs Comments OffHi everyone,
A visual and performing arts librarian position recently became available at Florida State University. This is my old job so I can attest that it is a great position for a new librarian who wants to get a lot of experience.
For more information and to apply, visit the Florida State University job site at https://jobs.fsu.edu. (Job ID #31467)
Paid Internship
Posted: April 16, 2010 Filed under: Job Search, Opportunities: Internships, Opportunities: Job Postings Comments OffPaid Library Internship at the Art Institute of California – Hollywood, North Hollywood, CA
http://www.artinstitutes.edu/hollywood/
The Art Institute of California-Hollywood, a Los Angeles based design college is one of the Art Institutes, America’s leader in postsecondary career-oriented education for the creative arts, has an opening for a library intern. This is a position that involves 20 hours per week and pays $12.00/hour. The internship will begin as soon as possible. We are looking for candidates who are currently enrolled in an MLS program.
This internship offers an excellent opportunity to cultivate relationships with students and faculty and gain professional experience in the field of academic arts librarianship. Working closely with librarian, dean, faculty, and students, the intern will participate in providing information services supporting the library’s mission and the activities of our campus community.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide reference and computing support to students, faculty, and staff
Perform copy cataloging in Voyager ILS for books, DVDs, and serials
Supervise undergraduate work-study assistants at the Circulation Desk
Assist in development of new library website
Work on a variety of special projects including outreach and instructional support
QUALIFICATIONS:
Background in library science
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, interpersonal)
Demonstrated coursework in reference, cataloging and/or instruction
Art/Design/Film subject background preferred
Ability to work evening hours preferred
Ai-Hollywood is located in new facility in the arts district of North Hollywood. We offer degrees in Interior Design, Fashion Design, Fashion Marketing & Management, Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Digital Photography, Set and Exhibit Design, Web Design & Interactive Media, and Visual Effects and Motion Graphics.
Please send letters of interest and resumes to: aicahjobs@aii.edu
Thank you,
Angela
Angela Langer-Jankovich, MLIS
Librarian
5250 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
direct phone: 818-299-5261
e-mail: alanger-jankovich@aii.edu
http://www.artinstitutes.edu/Hollywood/StudentLife/library.aspx
Legality of Unpaid Internships
Posted: April 3, 2010 Filed under: Job Search, Opportunities: Internships Comments OffFrom the New York Times:
Growth of Unpaid Internships May Be Illegal, Officials Say
By STEVEN GREENHOUSE
Published: April 2, 2010
With job openings scarce for young people, the number of unpaid internships has climbed in recent years, leading federal and state regulators to worry that more employers are illegally using such internships for free labor. . . .
Job Posting: Digital Collections Librarian/Specialist, Columbia College Chicago
Posted: January 14, 2010 Filed under: Job Search, Opportunities: Job Postings | Tags: job market, job postings, jobs, librarian, Visual Resources Comments Offvia VRA-L
Digital Collections Librarian/Specialist, POS 283
Columbia College Chicago is an urban institution of over 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students, emphasizing arts, media, and communications, in a liberal arts setting. The Library Department is currently seeking a Digital Collections Librarian/Specialist to report to the Head of College Archives & Digital Collections
Summary:
Manages the digital assets and digital collections of Columbia College Chicago Library and works with staff, faculty and students to identify digital resource needs for the College community. Assists with the acquisition and implementation of new digital collections. Provides expertise and advice in the development, deployment, evaluation, and preservation of digital collections throughout the College. Responsible for the maintenance of web-based access to local and remote digital content. Participates in the evaluation and implementation of new technologies related to digital content.
Duties:
* Recommends priorities, policies, and procedures for the identification, creation, conversion and preservation of digital content * Maintains the custom-built front-end system for the Library’s Fedora digital content system * Manages project workflows for digital library * Develops and/or coordinates usability studies related to digital collections * Collaborates with Library and campus IT to ensure hardware needs * Participates in grant proposal writing process and budget planning * Assists with training and instruction on creation and use of digital collections * Engages in liaison activities with college department(s) including collection development responsibilities * Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
* ALA accredited MLS or an advanced degree in a relevant disciplinary field * Demonstrated experience in use of relevant digital library/archives metadata standards and technologies * Demonstrated experience in web development and authoring * Demonstrated experience in managing digital collection projects and workflows * Demonstrated experience with digital library/archive systems and automation techniques, especially open source solutions * Knowledge of digital preservation strategies, technologies, and standards * Knowledge of established thesauri and vocabularies used in library digital collections * Strong oral and written communication skills * Ability to work effectively with a diverse population of faculty, staff and students * Experience working in an academic library preferred Strong preference will be given to applicants with 2 or more years experience using Fedora Commons, PHP, XML, XPaths, XForms, XSL, Tomcat, LAMP set-ups, SQL, Javascript, XHTML/CSS and demonstrated knowledge of FOXML or METS, PREMIS, VRA Core 4, Dublin Core, EAD
Columbia College Chicago encourages female, LGBTQ, disabled, international, and minority individuals to apply for all positions. We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. Electronic submissions only – For consideration, please submit cover letter and resume to: Library283@colum.edu<mailto:Library283@colum.edu> by February 15, 2010
Job Posting: Part time Archivist Position Open, for non-profit arts organization in Manhattan
Posted: December 18, 2009 Filed under: Job Search, Opportunities: Job Postings | Tags: archives, job market, job postings, jobs, [ Opportunities ] Comments OffPart time Archivist Position Open, for non-profit arts organization in Manhattan
Asian American Arts Centre (AAAC) seeks an enthusiastic Archivist to develop, maintain, and provide access to the physical and digital archives for Asian American contemporary artists.
About the Organization and Archives:
Asian American Arts Centre brings cultural events in the visual and traditional arts to the general public since its establishment in 1974. Its aim is to address the distinctive concerns of Asian Americans in the United States, and their linkages to other cultural communities. Founded as a not-for-profit community arts organization, AAAC specializes in contemporary art exhibitions and archives that engage viewers in the historical and cultural presence of Asian American artists and those Americans influenced by Asia.
AAAC Artist Archive, a research archive of over 1,500 entries dating back to 1945, has been developed from the original slide archive that started in 1982. Artist vertical files have been accumulated documenting the history of Asian Pacific American artists in the United States. The first portion of it will be available as the first-of-its-kind digital archive on http://artasiamerica.org in the summer of 2009.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Archival Management, or Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution with a focus in archival and special collections studies. Equivalent degree or experience with a practicum or internship can be considered.
- Demonstrate understanding of the principles of arrangement and description of archival collections; understanding of current archival best practices and standards
- Some experience with digital preservation and metadata creation using professional standards such as AAT
- Commitment to professional growth; intellectual curiosity and engagement with archival issues
- Excellent organizational, time and project management skills
- Good written and oral communication and interpersonal skills in English. Other Asian languages a plus.
- Ability to work independently; to take initiative and to exercise sound judgment
- Strong work ethic; commitment to diversity; ability to handle complex procedures is key
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with artwork on paper, slides and photographs, or other visual materials
- 1-2 years successful experience for a digitization project
- Academic background in Asian / Asian American visual art, or art history
- Experience with digital assets management systems and imaging equipment
- Experience creating a successful grant application
Employment Period & Rate of Pay:
Starting Jan 2010; 14-16 hours per week; a wage of $12.50/hour or more depending on qualifications.
How to apply: Please submit resume, cover letter stating why you are interested in this position (description of education/work experience highlighting those most influential), and a writing sample (this is for us to see your ability to think and write logically).
Email materials ASAP to
Robert Lee at rlee@artspiral.org
Asian American Arts Centre
111 Norfolk St
New York, NY 10002
212 233 2154
Job Posting: Visual Resources Curator – History of Art – at Vanderbilt University
Posted: December 16, 2009 Filed under: Job Search, Opportunities: Job Postings | Tags: entry level, job market, job postings, jobs, Visual Resources, [ Opportunities ] 1 Comment »Visual Resources Curator – History of Art – (KCB17626) at Vanderbilt
University
Vanderbilt University is a center for scholarly research, informed and
creative teaching, and service to the community and society at large.
Vanderbilt will uphold the highest standards and be a leader in the
quest for new knowledge through scholarship,
dissemination of knowledge through teaching and outreach,
creative experimentation of ideas and concepts.
In pursuit of these goals, Vanderbilt values most highly
intellectual freedom that supports open inquiry,
equality, compassion, and excellence in all endeavors.
Our Mission
To be a truly preferred place to work nationally, being THE model of
excellence in customer service, response time, accuracy of information and
pride of affiliation with our institution.
Job Description:
Develops, manages, and maintains the history of art digital image
collections; in collaboration with the digital imaging specialist, implements
the expansion of a database of digital images used in the teaching of art
history; performs research necessary to catalog images of artworks; assists
collection users; trains and supervises assistants.
Minimum Requirements:
This position requires a Master’s degree, preferably in the History of Art
and/or MLS, and a minimum of 24 months of relevant experience.
Preferred Skills and Experiences:
Prefer applicants who received both BA and MA in Art History
Visual Resources Library experience; knowledge of digital image
production and software a must.
Knowledge of image cataloging and the ability to assign image
metadata according to VRA Core 4.0 and Cataloging Cultural
Objects Standards
Use and application of controlled vocabularies, including Getty
Vocabularies, LCSH, and TGN2; relational cataloging database
software, with a preference for VCat in FileMaker Pro
Use of Microsoft Excel to export catalog metadata as csv files for
importing into the MDID2 image database, advanced skills with
standard and specialized computer software such as Photoshop.
Key Functions and Expected Performances:
Oversees and implements the acquisition of images requested by
faculty, working with existing material, and/or locating images in print
or commercial sources with the goal of providing high quality images
for use in instruction.
Implements the cataloging of images of art according to the
established system; conducts research necessary to catalog.
Trains and supervises regular and student assistants in the
performance of various duties related to both analog and digital
collections.
Develops policies and procedures.
Provides assistance to collection users; resolves routine to complex
problems related to user requests; assists with research and special
projects.
Keeps pertinent acquisition records, including appropriate
documentation of sources.
Collaborates in the selection and ordering of equipment and
supplies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Information:
Please apply online at http://vanderbilt.jobs/ (Requisition No.:KCB17626) by
December 31, 2009. Applicants will need to create a candidate profile and
upload a copy of your cover letter and résumé.
This is a full-time position (35 hours per week).
Hours are 9:00am until 4:30pm; Monday thru Friday.
Salary ranges up to $45,749.60 annually; dependent upon years of
education and experience.
Experience may be substituted for education: basic qualification
requirement on a 2:1 basis (2 years of experience for each year of
education required, but not attained)
Vanderbilt is a smoke-free workplace in compliance with the Non-Smoker
Protection Act, Tennessee Code Annotated 39-17-1801-1810. In
accordance with that law and Vanderbilt policy, smoking is prohibited in all
enclosed areas on Vanderbilt property.
Job Posting: Visiting Visual Resources Collection Curator, College of Fine and Applied Arts, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Posted: December 16, 2009 Filed under: Job Search, Opportunities: Job Postings | Tags: job market, job postings, jobs, Visual Resources, [ Opportunities ] Comments OffVisiting Visual Resources Collection Curator, College of Fine and Applied Arts, University
of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
The Visiting Visual Resources Collection (VRC) Curator will manage a College-wide key teaching
resource serving faculty in Art History, Architecture, Landscape Architecture and other FAA units.
The FAA VRC Curator will oversee the acquisition, processing and cataloguing of digital images
for FAA faculty’s teaching and research needs; maintain course web sites; and supervise
graduate assistants and part-time student workers. The VRC Curator will coordinate with the
University Library’s Visual Resources Coordinator and will participate in the University Library
group that is implementing ArtSTOR’s “Shared Shelf” platform on this campus.
Responsibilities:
1. Develop and maintain collections: In consultation with faculty, the Curator will continue
the VRC’s transition to digital images and will coordinate with the University Library
regarding campus-wide metadata standards.
2. Provide end user support: Train, assist and troubleshoot for faculty in the use of ArtSTOR
and other digital image databases.
3. Oversee course web sites: In consultation with faculty, organize and regularly update
course web sites.
4. Contribute to campus ARTstor “Shared Shelf” initiative: Coordinate with University
Library’s Visual Resources Coordinator, and other staff and faculty supporting visual
resource collections and services, to configure this platform for diverse user groups on
campus.
5. Technology Liaison: Work with FAA academic units and University Educational
Technology office to establish and coordinate effective hardware and software support for
teaching with digital images.
6. Visual Resources Professional Activity: Maintain active involvement in relevant
professional groups such as VRA, ARLIS/NA in order to keep abreast of developments in
the field of Visual Resource management
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in art history, architectural history, library science, or related field. Expertise in
digital image collection, production, and management, including thorough knowledge of digital
imaging, scanning and correction, web-design (HTML and XML), PowerPoint, copystand
photography. Proficiency with ArtSTOR including its Offline Image Viewer (OIV). Familiarity with
metadata standards such as VRA Core 4.0, data content standards such as Cataloging Cultural
Objects (CCO), and controlled vocabularies such as the Getty Art & Architecture Thesaurus,
Union List of Artist Names, Getty Thesaurus of Geographic Names. Strong computer skills with
proficiency in Microsoft Office and database applications. Excellent interpersonal and
communication skills. Demonstrated organizational abilities and attention to detail. Ability to work
independently and as a team member and to effectively delegate and supervise others. Prior
experience managing digital visual resources to support use in an academic or research setting.
Knowledge of European or Asian languages desirable.
This is a full-time, visiting position (may become regular position at future date). Salary is
commensurate with qualifications and experience. Start date is negotiable.
Application materials
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by January 8, 2010. Please create
your candidate profile at http://jobs.illinois.edu and upload a cover letter, resume and full contact
information for 3 references to:
The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The administration,
faculty, and staff embrace diversity and are committed to attracting qualified candidates who also
embrace and value diversity and inclusivity.
Link: https://jobs.illinois.edu/default.cfm?page=job&jobID=1284
For more information contact:
Prof. Lisa Rosenthal, Chair
VRC Curator Search
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
School of Art and Design
143 Art and Design Building
408 East Peabody Drive
Champaign, IL 61820
lrosenth@illinois.edu
http://vraweb.org/jobs/12.16.09_Vanderbilt.pdf
Job Hunting Advice in Hard Times on LJ
Posted: July 24, 2009 Filed under: Advice, Job Search Comments OffA nice set of strategies including defining the scope of your search, application customization, protocols, interviewing tips, and more.
http://www.libraryjournal.com/article/CA6670932.html?industryid=49047
Cool jobhunting link from ALA
Posted: July 2, 2009 Filed under: ALA, Employment Resources, Job Search, Resumes Comments OffI came across this link on ALA’s Libraries Direct – it’s “ALA’s Toolkit for Getting A Job In a Tough Economy”. It includes tips on resume writing, salary negotiation, networking and other skills that are useful whether jobs are plentiful or scarce; as well as information relevant to the current library job market.
What other resources do you recommend for job hunting in tough times?
Surviving the Presentation
Posted: June 11, 2009 Filed under: Advice: New Professionals, Discussion, Job Search | Tags: Discussion, job market 6 Comments »For our discussion topic this week, I’d like to tackle an issue that’s likely on the minds of many ArLiSNAPers these days: giving an effective presentation during a job interview.
I work at the University of Michigan Library, and we’re currently in the process of filling a large number of librarian positions. For nearly all of the positions, a presentation is a required part of the interview process. I’ve spent the last few weeks going to a staggering number of candidate presentations. I’ve seen bad ones, good ones, and great ones. Here are a few thoughts I’d like to share:
- Even if you’re not on the job market, go to these presentations anyway. They’re often open to library staff or other members of the community, and they can give you a sense of what to expect. Even if they’re for positions outside of your subject area, you can still gain valuable tips for success.
- If you’re the candidate, try to find out beforehand where you’ll be giving the talk, who will be there, what technology will be available, etc. Knowing these things up front can help make your presentation better by allowing you to tailor it to your audience and venue.
- Employers often give you a topic to address. If you don’t understand what you’re being asked to talk about (for example, the topic is long, rambling, and appears to have been picked by a large committee with conflicting interests), don’t be afraid to ask for clarification.
- While keeping this topic in mind, think about the purpose of the presentation. Do they want you to demonstrate your skill as an instructor? Knowledge of particular resources? Critical thinking about an issue that’s important to the profession? Use this thought exercise as a way to guide your choice of presentation style and content.
- If you’ll be using PowerPoint, Keynote, or other presentation software, take some time to look at the work of Edward Tufte, particularly The Cognitive Style of PowerPoint. Think about how you can avoid presenting your audience with nothing but bullet points and copious amounts of text. We are art librarians, after all!
- If you’ll be demonstrating a particular resource (particularly electronic resources like ARTstor, the Avery Index, an OPAC, etc.), make sure you know it extremely well, including all of its potential quirks. Be prepared to soldier on (while remaining calm!) if something goes wrong.
- Practice your presentation! Get feedback from peers, mentors, supervisors, etc. Practice some more!
- Be prepared for at least one completely off the wall question during the Q&A afterward. Don’t let it rattle you. The same goes for hard questions you’re not able to answer. Don’t be afraid to say, “Can I think about that for a minute?”
- Remember that the presentation is only one part of the much larger interview process. Don’t limit your prep work to the presentation and then completely blow it on the search committee interview.
- Let your personality show through! You’re funny, personable, and a great conversationalist, right? Then don’t act like a robot when you get up in front of the audience.
Have other questions or advice about surviving the presentation? Comment away!
Academic Library Interviews
Posted: April 15, 2009 Filed under: Academic Librarianship, Advice, Advice: Students, Job Search | Tags: academic libraries, interviews Comments OffFrom the inside out and the outside in: The academic library interview process in a tight economy
C&RL News, April 2009
Vol. 70, No. 4
by Karin Durán, Eric P. Garcia, and Mara L. Houdyshell
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/acrl/publications/crlnews/2009/apr/insideout.cfm
