Digital Asset Management Specialist @ Studio Museum in Harlem
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About Our Organization
Founded in 1968, the Studio Museum in Harlem is the nexus for artists of African descent locally, nationally, and internationally. It is a space for dynamic exchange of ideas about art and society.
Job Summary
The Studio Museum in Harlem seeks an experienced and detail-oriented Digital Asset Management Specialist for a 12-month contracted, part time role (20-25 hours/week). This role focuses on addressing a sizable asset backlog, establishing ingestion and tagging plans, reinstating public access to archival materials, and creating a digital asset preservation policy.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Backlog & Cleanup: Analyze and compare 52TB of image and video assets, plan ingestion of 2TB into NetX, and create a finding aid for video assets.
- Asset Management: Organize digital collections including photographs, audiovisual recordings, videos, and artwork, ensuring proper cataloging and metadata (captions, rights, keywords, persons, and artworks).
- Public Portal: Oversee NetX portal updates, liaise with NetX representatives, implement closed captions, linked transcripts, and backup files for video assets while maintaining tagging systems including Google Vision.
- Digital Preservation Policy: Collaborate with internal teams to develop and document best practices and workflows for digital asset preservation and future management.
- Support and Training: Assist staff with asset uploads, provide guidelines for accessibility, and support NetX staff orientation.
Skills and Qualifications
Proficiency with NetX; understanding of metadata standards and digital image file parameters according to museum best practices; experience with TMS is a plus; aptitude in database management, media cataloging, records preservation, digital rights management, and data migration; familiarity with digital asset management best practices; ability to work independently and collaboratively in a mission-driven environment; demonstrated experience with digital archiving solutions.
Education and Experience
3-5 years in digital asset management. Background in Archival Studies, Library Science, History, or a related field is preferred but not required. Strong organizational and project management skills.
Work Environment and Compensation
Fast-paced, project-based environment. This is a grant-funded, project-based role with competitive benefits including medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance, a retirement account, and substantial vacation time. Compensation is hourly ($45-$50) commensurate with experience.
Application Instructions
Please upload your resume and a cover letter with your application. No phone calls or emails. Only selected candidates will be contacted.
Key skills/competency
- NetX
- Digital Assets
- Archival
- Metadata
- Cataloging
- Ingestion
- Tagging
- Preservation
- Database
- Content Management
How to Get Hired at Studio Museum in Harlem
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Customize your resume: Highlight digital asset management experience.
- Emphasize NetX skills: Showcase proficiency in similar systems.
- Research Studio Museum: Understand their mission and cultural impact.
- Prepare project examples: Demonstrate asset organization and metadata management.