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Digital Imaging Specialist Sr

The J. Paul Getty Trust
Los Angeles, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/23/2025

Digital Imaging Specialist Sr

Job Family

Professional / Managerial

Type

Regular Full-Time

Position Status

Getty Center

Workplace Type

Hybrid / Partially Remote

Salaried / Hourly

Hourly

Hiring Pay Scale

34.86 - $46.19 Hourly

Salary

Commensurate with experience and internal equity

Program / Department

Getty Digital - 1235-Center Imaging Studio

Requisition Number

2024-4518

ERRP Eligible

Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion at Getty

Getty believes diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion are essential to our excellence and to the execution of our mission. The Getty community values differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. We are committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the various backgrounds of the communities we serve and includes individuals who bring a diversity of values and experiences. Individuals of color, women, LGBTQIA , veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Job Summary

Getty is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Photographer with advanced post-production expertise. This role, reporting to the Manager of the Center Imaging Studios at the Getty Center Museum, will involve expert-level imaging of museum collections for research, publication, exhibition, conservation, scientific analysis, online access, and creative purposes.

This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the field of Cultural Heritage Imaging, working alongside world-class experts and collections at one of the most prestigious cultural heritage organizations in the world. At Getty, we are dedicated to advancing the study and preservation of art and art history, offering a collaborative environment where scientists, curators, conservators, librarians, archivists, and academics converge to innovate and inspire.

Our team at Getty Digital is at the forefront of re-imagining how technology can provide access to our campus, collections, and scholarship. We strive to deliver a deeply interconnected experience for scholars, researchers, and enthusiasts as they explore the vast, complex information within Getty's holdings. We believe the best ideas come from teams with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where every team member has the opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute meaningfully.

We are also dedicated to fostering work-life balance, every other Friday off, excellent benefits, and a respectful culture that values personal and professional well-being.

Major Job Responsibilities

Perform advanced 2D and 3D imaging of artworks and objects, with a focus on works on paper (e.g., photographs, drawings, and paintings) and three-dimensional objects.

  • Participate and assist in a variety of digitization initiatives, utilizing a range of hardware, software, and studio lighting methodologies, including technical and computational imaging techniques (e.g., photogrammetry, spectral imaging).
  • Expertly handle the post-processing of image files, ensuring digital assets are organized and integrated into our Imaging Data Pipeline.
  • Collaborate closely with curators, conservators, scholars, and imaging professionals to deliver high-quality, precise images for multiple uses.
  • Configure studio setups, including lighting, capture equipment, and workstations, to ensure accurate and safe photography of complex objects.
  • Troubleshoot and maintain imaging equipment, including camera systems, calibration of monitors, and color management tools.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in photography and / or equivalent experience. Master's preferred
  • 5-8 years experience in digital imaging or photography
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Extensive experience with SLR cameras, medium-format cameras, Phase One digital backs, and Capture One software.
  • Stong working knowledge of color management, profiling, and calibration and quality assurance.
  • Advanced knowledge of studio lighting equipment, color theory, and light-modifying techniques.
  • Proficiency in post-production software, particularly Photoshop.
  • Experience with specialized capture methods, including UV, IR, and photogrammetry.
  • Proven expertise in high-resolution high-quality 2D & 3D imaging and post-processing.
  • Ability to handle art objects and fragile materials.
  • Experience in museum or cultural heritage imaging.
  • Deep networks and energetic involvement in the Cultural Heritage Imaging community.
  • Strong collaboration skills, able to work with a multidisciplinary team of curators, conservators, and designers.
  • Skilled in articulating creative and technical concepts clearly and effectively.
  • Benefits and Perks

    Here are just some examples that Getty offers / provides for full-time employees :

  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
  • 403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan - with up to 5% Getty Match
  • Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
  • Educational Assistance and professional development
  • Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays
  • On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
  • Community service opportunities
  • To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR .

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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