The Visual Resources Assistant will work in the Visual Resources department, 
which is responsible for the research, acquisition, cataloging licensing and 
archiving of images for exhibitions, publications, merchandise and other 
museum uses. 

Responsibilities, including but not limited to:


• Digital image file management and cataloging support for an existing digital 
asset management system. 
• Create and maintain research logs for exhibits and logs for photos under 
consideration during exhibit development. 
• Organize research documents for future reference and use. 
• Assist in trafficking digital and analog files to various internal and external 
clientele as needed. 
• Maintain library of original source digital materials for reference and retrieval. 
• Re-house, label and file analog images and electronic media as required. 
• Input technical photographic and descriptive metadata into digital asset 
management system 
• Assist in conducting photo research with stock agencies, libraries, museums 
and online sites as required. 
• Undertake general departmental administrative responsibilities. 


Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and at least two years of 
experience or educational training in museum photographic department or 
archive, library or archives, or photo research environment. 
• Experience with digital asset management systems or photographic 
databases. 
• Exceptional organizational skills; strong attention to detail. 
• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize tasks and make 
multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 
• Be self-motivated, work independently and be able to work collaboratively 
with staff. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, strong visual orientation, 
strong computer skills, including experience with both PC and Macintosh 
platforms, Photoshop and  Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Knowledge of U.S. history and news events is important. 
• The Freedom Forum/Newseum may require applicants to successfully pass 
pre-employment background and/or drug screenings.


This is a full-time position based at the Newseum Support Center in Laurel, 
Maryland. Some weekend work may be required. 

To apply, click on the link below:

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA9/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?
org=FREEDOMFORUM&cws=2&rid=28


The Freedom Forum/Newseum offers competitive salaries and excellent 
benefits.  The Freedom Forum/Newseum is committed to Equal Opportunity 
Employment.  No phone calls please.

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