Musical Instrument Museum Job Posting
Multimedia Collections Assistant
 
Background:
The Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) will celebrate the similarities and
differences of the world¹s cultures as expressed through music ­ a language
common to us all. With musical instruments from every country in the world,
MIM will pay homage to the history and diversity of instruments and
introduce museum guests to their varied and unique sounds. MIM will be an
engaging, entertaining, and informative experience, in which the uninitiated
and the knowledgeable, the young and the old will feel welcome. The 190,000
square foot building is currently under construction in Phoenix, Arizona and
is scheduled to open in April 2010.  Further information on MIM may be found
at www.themim.org.

Multimedia Collections Assistant
Essential Duties: Reporting to the Manager of Multimedia Collections, the
Multimedia Collections Assistant assists in the acquisition, processing,
preservation, and documentation of multimedia content. Under direction, the
incumbent will digitize analog media, process and transfer digital
materials, and gather and organize relevant data. The position will assist
the Manager of Multimedia Collections and other relevant MIM staff in the
research, acquisition, processing, and installation of multimedia content
for the permanent exhibition. This position is planned for a 12-month term
of service.

The Multimedia Collections Assistant will:
·     Assist the Manager of Multimedia Collections in the research,
acquisition, and processing of multimedia content for exhibition

·     Gather the required information for museum labeling of multimedia
content for production by the exhibits team

·     Assist the Multimedia Collection Manager in processing accessions to
MIM¹s Multimedia Collections

·     Catalog, label, and track physical media items

·     Create and maintain metadata records for digital and physical
multimedia assets

·     Assist the Multimedia Collection Manager in maintaining an inventory
of MIM AV equipment and other technical resources

·     Transfer video from a variety of formats for addition to the MIM¹s
digital archive and use in exhibits

·     Follow MIM standards and guidelines regarding audio/video quality and
archival practices

·     Assist in the installation of multimedia content for exhibits

·     Assist the Multimedia Collection Manager with other tasks as assigned

Required Qualifications:
·     Experience in a library, archive, or museum environment

·     Proficiency with multimedia technologies

·     Experience working with multimedia on a variety of platforms

·     Ability to work in a fast-pace environment with frequent interruptions

·     A Bachelor¹s degree or an equivalent combination of education and
relevant experience

Desirable Qualifications
·     Knowledge of practices related to the preservation of multimedia
materials

·     Education in Ethnomusicology, Anthropology or related field

·     Familiarity with major collections of ethnomusicological/ethnographic
film

·     Experience with Adobe Photoshop and Apple Final Cut Pro, Logic Studio,
and related multimedia software.

·     A passion for global music and cultural heritage is a plus

 

Please note: The Museum location is in North Phoenix (101 and Tatum).
Currently the position is located at the temporary facility in Tempe, AZ
(approximately 30 miles from the museum).  Local candidates preferred, as
relocation is not available for this position.
This is an hourly position with the anticipated pay rate to be
$15.00-$17.00/hour, based on experience.  Excellent benefits package
available the first of the month following hire date including medical,
dental, vision. EAP, life and disability insurance.
Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume directly
addressing the qualifications detailed above to [log in to unmask]  In the
subject line of the e-mail please state ³Media Tech² and your last name.

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