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Reporting to the Collections Manager, the Museum Digitization Photographer produces images of varying complexity involving digital, studio, and location production. This position will produce various forms of media used for a wide range of documentation, digital, print, online, and exhibition platforms enhancing public access to the Provincial Collection.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Produces high quality images using industry standards to meet operational requirements;
• Follows best practices for care and handling of artifacts and cultural objects;
• Prepares museum objects for photography, including movement of objects to and from the photography studio, and set up of lighting, backdrops, etc;
• Undertakes digital content asset editing, encoding, format transfer, mastering, formatting, and deliverables, across systems to ensure technical quality;
• Maintains the photography studio, supplies, and equipment for museum use according to best practices;
• Provides expertise and advice on best photographic processes and specialized equipment to improve the ongoing digitization program;
• Captures engaging images at various PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation (PEIMHF) events or programming and educational activities;
• Uses a Digital Asset Management System (database) to catalogue, manage, and protect digital assets;
• Collaborates with colleagues to develop products which enhance PEIMHF’s brand recognition and increase retail sales in the gift shops and the online store; and
• Other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certificate of Photography and Videography;
• Demonstrated equivalencies will be considered;
• Experience in the Museum Industry;
• Experience working with database/digital asset management;
• Valid Driver’s license.

Other Qualifications:

• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Firearms License.

Preference will be given to UPSE Civil Employees as per the UPSE Civil Collective Agreement.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies.

Please Note: Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, please return forms to PEI Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, C1A 7N8. Applications may be sent by fax to (902) 368-4383. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT TO CONFIRM RECEIPT OF THE APPLICATION, BY TELEPHONE OR IN PERSON PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE. Please ensure that the appropriate Posting ID number is stated on all application forms. You can apply online or obtain an application form by visiting our web site at www.jobspei.ca**. Forms may also be obtained by contacting any PEI Government office, ACCESS PEI Centre, Regional Services Centre, or by telephone (902) 368-4080.**

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