Events Support Staff
The Amon Carter Museum of American Art seeks qualified individuals to assist with museum events (set-up tables, chairs, place settings, floral arrangements, equipment) including cleanup and breakdown of the events.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with preparation and provide support during events including exhibition receptions, cultivation dinners, public programs, and corporate events as directed by the Museum Events Manager. Must carry and maintain radio contact when on duty.
- Arrange tables, chairs, place settings, floral arrangements and event equipment.
- Assist with cleanup and breakdown after the event, mindful of the special nature of the art museum environment
- Maintain inventories of event supplies, table service, silver, linens and paper items.
- Assist with oversight of caterers and vendors on-site.
- Inform the Museum Events Manager of any safety hazards or repairs necessary for event equipment.
- Assist with event-related cleaning requests.
- Submit hours worked on timesheet for approval and payroll in a timely manner.
- Assist with emergency and evacuation procedures if requested.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Maintain confidentiality.
Supervision Received
Supervision and training is received from the Events Manager.
Qualifications
- High school diploma; college or trade school certification required.
- Prior VIP event experience preferred.
- Food Handler Certification required (class provided); Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) certificate preferred.
- Must be responsible, reliable and available to work the schedule necessary to support museum events scheduled early mornings, during the day, in the evenings and on weekends. The work schedule varies and may average five to twenty hours per week, with hours from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
- Must follow proper food-handling etiquette and direction regarding preparation, handling, storage and disposal of food.
- Excellent time management skills needed to perform duties according to deadlines and report to work timely when scheduled.
- Must take direction well, follow instructions, and work without supervision.
- Must be able to stoop, lift, and carry objects not exceeding 25 pounds. Job requires long periods of walking and standing.
- Must be able to read and understand museum safety instructions and signage; must follow all museum regulations and instructions.
- Good personal grooming and professional etiquette required at all times.
Note: Satisfactory completion of post-offer drug screen, physical, and Food Handlers Certification required. The required uniform and radio will be provided. The Carter Museum campus is smoke-free.
Email letter, resume and references to human [dot] resources [at] cartermuseum [dot] org (human.resources@cartermuseum.org) or send to HR Manager, 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76107 or fax (817) 665-4315. EEOC. No walk-ins.
Photographer
The Amon Carter Museum of American Art seeks a Photographer to support the operations of the Collection Information and Imaging department related to IMLS and NEH digitization grant activities. Responsible for daily photography activities associated with digitization grants including photographing original artworks, processing digital images, embedding metadata into individual image files, creating derivative image files, and handling artworks.
Responsibilities
- Photograph a wide range of photographic objects for documentation, research, print and electronic publications following museum standards.
- Make judgments about proper art handing, lighting, and safe handling of equipment.
- Produce digital image files with various digital cameras. Produce digital image files from original negatives in the collection.
- Process digital image files following museum standards for color management, file naming, metadata tagging, and network storage. Produce derivative image files from master image files. Manage digital files and metadata resulting from grant project on the museum network.
- Collaborate with Senior Photographer and Collection Information and Imaging Manager to determine best practices, benchmarks, and project workflows.
- Work closely with project team to manage photography workflow and art movement.
- In collaboration with project team set and meet project goals and deadlines. Record and interpret digital imaging statistics for project reports and reviews.
- Assist with selection and maintenance of digital imaging equipment.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding all sensitive museum information.
Qualifications
- Minimum BA degree in photography or related field or commensurate years of experience.
- Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop CS5 and Adobe Bridge CS5.
- Expertise using digital cameras and processing raw image files.
- Knowledge and experience using museum industry standards for handling works of art; additional training provided specific to ACMAA standards.
- Experience in color judgment and image quality control.
- Experience using Windows 7 and Mac OSX.
- Proficiency with MS Office products preferred.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Willingness to follow required art handling procedures and wear required safety protection.
This is a full-time, grant-funded position lasting up to two years. Competitive rate of pay. Position open until filled. Please submit a cover letter, resume, references, and salary history to HR Manager, Amon Carter Museum, 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76107. Fax 817.665.4315 or email human [dot] resources [at] cartermuseum [dot] org (human.resources@cartermuseum.org). (NO Walk-ins). EEOC.
Publications Manager
The Publications Manager will harmonize the department’s activities with other departments as manager of the master production schedule, ensure the editorial quality of the museum’s publishing program, and use new media and technology in the performance of daily tasks.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
Working with the Director of Publications, Graphic Designer and Production Manager, and Publications Assistant, ensure that museum projects are delivered on schedule, adhere to anticipated length and format, and are complete when submitted.
Build, manage, and maintain the production schedules for all museum publications projects; track status of projects, manage deadlines, and keep publications department staff apprised.
Using standard editing and proofreading marks, carefully edit and proofread all copy, including object labels, text panels, magazine articles, exhibition collateral, etc.
Input edits and corrections into master files; manage and monitor adherence to The Amon Carter Museum Style and Usage Guide and Visual Identity Standards manuals.
As directed, write high-quality copy for museum purposes, including pieces for the museum’s magazine, website, promotional materials, etc.
Expand skills set as necessary in order to help the department maintain effective operation and evolve (i.e., learn how to edit and format in Adobe InDesign, learn to use the museum’s Content Management System for the website, resize image files in Photoshop for diverse use, participate in the museum’s social-media activities, etc.).
Prepare estimate requests for projects, complete purchase orders and photography orders, check requests, and expense reports; assist with preparation of budgets. Maintain copyright log of museum publications.
Maintain confidentiality; other duties as directed.
Qualifications
• BA degree, preferably with an emphasis in English, communication, languages, museum studies, writing, or a related field.
• Must be computer proficient and be able to learn new software and evolve as related technology evolves. Essential software includes MS Office Suite (Mac OS X is available, and preferred platform will be accommodated); working knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, using a digital camera, image editing, and basic audio/visual software editing are desirable and will be part of initial training.
• Excellent organizational skills, a strong command of proper grammar and writing, and meticulous attention to detail are imperative.
• The ability to communicate clearly and effectively, whether face to face, by phone, or with the written word, is essential.
• Must be reliable, a self-starter, and able to work congenially with others.
• Knowledge of reference books for editors and editing procedures; a strong interest in publishing, web work, editing, and design; research skills; and interest in art are advantageous.
• Fluency in Spanish, both in writing and speaking, is desirable.
Competitive rate of pay. Applications must be received by June 1. Please submit a cover letter, resume, references, and writing sample to HR Manager, Amon Carter Museum, 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76107. Fax 817.665.4315 or email human [dot] resources [at] cartermuseum [dot] org. (NO Walk-ins). EEOC.