Heritage Collections Digitisation Photographer

University of Glasgow; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious academic institution in Glasgow seeks a professional to oversee photographic services for the digitisation of unique collections. Candidates should possess strong technical expertise in photography and editing software, along with effective planning and relationship-building skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and ample benefits, including generous leave and support for health and wellbeing. Ideal for individuals with a passion for heritage collections and a commitment to technical excellence.

Benefits

41 days of leave

Pension plan

Flexible working hours

Free 6-month sports membership

Qualifications

• Demonstrated competencies in a similar role, or qualifications in a relevant field.
• Specialist knowledge in digitisation.
• Practical experience of photography and digitisation.
• Experience working in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide photographic services for digitisation of collections.
• Manage digital images according to standards.
• Deliver technical help in collections photography.
• Plan project photography and digitisation activities.
• Maintain Photographic Unit equipment.
• Support wider photographic activities.

Skills

Technical expertise in studio photography

Professional image-editing skills

Effective planning and organisation

Attention to detail

Communication and relationship building

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Effective IT skills

Manual handling skills

Education

Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 7 or equivalent

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

DSLR and mirrorless camera systems

Medium-format tethered-capture software

Job description

A prestigious academic institution in Glasgow seeks a professional to oversee photographic services for the digitisation of unique collections. Candidates should possess strong technical expertise in photography and editing software, along with effective planning and relationship-building skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and ample benefits, including generous leave and support for health and wellbeing. Ideal for individuals with a passion for heritage collections and a commitment to technical excellence.