Lead Photographer and Studio Manager
Core
Lead a photography studio for a major Australian cultural institution, managing both the team and hands-on shooting of a national collection.
Role type
Senior Lead Photographer and Studio Manager
Builds
High-quality object and studio photography of a heritage collection for public access
Domain
Cultural heritage / Museum / Object photography
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (photography of objects)
Required skills
Object and studio photography, team leadership, workflow management, technical standard setting, prioritization, event photography, facility management
Preferred skills
3D and emerging imaging approaches, conservation awareness, public sector experience
Technologies
Contemporary capture and imaging technology
Responsibilities
Photograph the collection personally, lead a small team of photographers, set technical standards, agree priorities with curatorial colleagues, plan for high collection access periods, photograph public events, keep studio current on technology, oversee studio spaces and equipment
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities