erika.katayama
04-04-2018, 01:01 PM
The J. Paul Getty Museum seeks an experienced individual for a full-time position of Associate Registrar to secure images and reproduction rights for exhibition-related publications and promotional materials. The successful candidate will have 3-5 years publications or registration experience; experience in negotiating rights for image reproduction; knowledge of different types of digital and photographic materials and imaging software; experience with an automated collections management system and/or digital asset management systems; a solid understanding of license agreements and copyright law; and strong administrative skills to handle paperwork and meet deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills along with editorial and proofing experience required. Must be detailed-oriented, flexible, and able to work on several complex projects at once.
Major Job Responsibilities
Works closely with curatorial, publications, communications, and exhibitions staff to identify the images and permissions needed for exhibition-related publications and promotional materials.
Reviews loan conditions and copyright information in collections database, The Museum System (TMS), to determine rights to reproduce images of objects in exhibitions.
Contacts institutional lenders, private collectors, copyright holders, and licensing agencies to obtain necessary images and reproduction rights.
Negotiates fees and coordinates payment.
Maintains license and rights files.
Tracks permissions granted and crediting requirements in TMS and/or the digital asset management system (OTMM).
Proof promotional and gallery materials to ensure accurate crediting.
Uploads images to OTMM and coordinates access to them by other staff.
Works on other projects as assigned by the Registrar for Rights and Reproductions.
RequirementsQualifications
Bachelor's degree in art history or related field
3-5 years of registration or publications experience or related experience in collections documentation, handling or movement or in the granting or obtaining of electronic rights
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Applies knowledge of collection documentation, image reproduction, loan and rights negotiation, license agreements or copyright law to moderately complex assignments and work
Knowledge of database systems, imaging software and database reporting mechanisms
Proven project management skills
Reading and conversation skills in one foreign language preferred
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proven experience dealing with confidential information
Competent editorial and proofing skills
Major Job Responsibilities
Works closely with curatorial, publications, communications, and exhibitions staff to identify the images and permissions needed for exhibition-related publications and promotional materials.
Reviews loan conditions and copyright information in collections database, The Museum System (TMS), to determine rights to reproduce images of objects in exhibitions.
Contacts institutional lenders, private collectors, copyright holders, and licensing agencies to obtain necessary images and reproduction rights.
Negotiates fees and coordinates payment.
Maintains license and rights files.
Tracks permissions granted and crediting requirements in TMS and/or the digital asset management system (OTMM).
Proof promotional and gallery materials to ensure accurate crediting.
Uploads images to OTMM and coordinates access to them by other staff.
Works on other projects as assigned by the Registrar for Rights and Reproductions.
RequirementsQualifications
Bachelor's degree in art history or related field
3-5 years of registration or publications experience or related experience in collections documentation, handling or movement or in the granting or obtaining of electronic rights
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Applies knowledge of collection documentation, image reproduction, loan and rights negotiation, license agreements or copyright law to moderately complex assignments and work
Knowledge of database systems, imaging software and database reporting mechanisms
Proven project management skills
Reading and conversation skills in one foreign language preferred
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proven experience dealing with confidential information
Competent editorial and proofing skills