The British Museum, London
Senior Photographer (2x posts)
Contract: Full-Time
Location: Bloomsbury, London
Salary: £34,000 p/a
Hours of work: 41
Closing Date: Wednesday 10th January 2024
Date of Interview: In person at the Museum and scheduled for the week beginning 18th January to the 9th February 2024
The postholder for this role will be working to create high quality photographs in support of client briefs with a focus on studio object photography.
For these posts we request all applicants to provide an online link to a portfolio of 15-20 professional images or website on the application form please.
Please note, we have 2 vacancies available for this position.
Key areas of responsibility:
- Produce high quality digital images.
- Produce creative images to meet set briefs.
- To observe and employ best practice in all aspects of collections security and object handling.
- Reporting on production issues to the Head of Photography and Imaging
- Process images as per photography and imaging workflow procedures
- Knowledge of 3D processes, infrared & ultraviolet photography techniques would be desirable.
- Uploading images and entering data into the Museum image database
- As required, work outside normal hours e.g., weekends, evenings, to document Museum events and support of Museum’s public programmes
- As required, work on location both within the UK and abroad
- As required, other duties directed by the Head of Photography and Imaging
- Comply with Museum Health & Safety protocols and procedure.
- Directing and supervising the work of junior staff and volunteers
About you:
- Advanced knowledge of photographic processes and technologies
- A formal professional qualification in photography. Degree or equivalent.
- Practical use of professional camera systems
- Practical understanding of digital capture and colour management
- Advanced Adobe Photoshop, Capture One and other industry standard software.
- Prior experience of working in a professional photographic environment
- Ability to work effectively with others.
- Flexibility: demonstrates a willingness to adapt to changing priorities and deal with urgent deadlines
- Communication: is able to communicate clearly with customers concerning delivery of image requirements and with departmental staff over workflow issues
About the British Museum:
Founded in 1753, the British Museum’s remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history and culture. The Museum is one of the leading visitor attractions and its world-famous collection includes the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon sculptures, Egyptian mummies, the Admonitions Scroll, and the Amaravati sculptures.
The Museum offers a competitive benefits package including:
- Membership of the civil service pension scheme
- Free entry to a wide range of museums and exhibitions
- Participation in private and public Museum activities, including talks by leading curators from around the world and behind-the-scenes opportunities to learn how museums care for and manage their extraordinary collections.
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Interest-free travel, bicycle and rental deposit loans
- Professional and personal development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounts on food and gift shop purchases
To apply, and for further details please click here.
