Digital Imaging Technician Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Digital Imaging Technician

Salary
$32,639.00 – $46,350.00 Annually
Location Wake County, NC
Job Type
Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
25-06563 MOA60083751
Department
Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources
Division
Museum of Art
Opening Date
05/27/2025
Closing Date
6/10/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Class Title
Photographer
Position Number
60083751
Section
Museum of Art
Salary Grade
NC05
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This position is located at:
2110 Blue Ridge Road
Raleigh, NC 27607

Primary Purpose of Position:

The North Carolina Museum of Art is seeking an enthusiastic team member to be part of our wonderful organization! The Digital Imaging Technician assist in digital capture of Museum collection objects and artwork as well as images for editorial and promotional use under the supervision of the Manager of Digital Imaging. The position will be involved in the day-to-day functions of the NCMA’s digital imaging studio and will be responsible for technical support and operations. As the Digital Imaging department at the NCMA produces imagery for multiple applications, this position will also be expected to collaborate with other museum departments on digitization projects as well as to help assess and modify various imaging workflows within the Museum. This position is expected to maintain familiarity with current and emerging best practices, workflows, and technical approaches within the cultural heritage digital imaging field.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Managing and configuring studio capture devices
Creating custom ICC or DCP profiles for studio cameras and scanners
Maintaining firmware and upgrades
Troubleshooting technical issues
Post-processing of images including embedding metadata
Ingestion of images into Museum’s Digital Asset Management System (DAMS) as well as managing key administrative functions of the DAMS.

Position/Physical Requirements:

Typical work schedule is Monday-Friday, 40 hours.
Ability to lift materials weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
North Carolina Museum of Art Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.
Qualified candidates must have or be able to:
Demonstrated experience with DSLR (Digital Single-Lense Reflex) cameras and/or medium format digital cameras.
Demonstrated experience with digital processing software such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, and/or Capture One pro.
Demonstrated experience with lighting techniques including natural light, strobe, and/or continuous light sources.

Management Prefers:

Experience with color-managed workflows.
Experience with metadata workflows, schema, and taxonomies.
Familiarity with standards for safe care, handling, and staging of fragile objects and artwork.
Attention to detail and ability to deliver consistent results.
Ability to meet deadlines and employ effective time management.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments with numerous stakeholders.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See of oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
Associate’s degree in media production, photography, commercial art, OR
related degree from an appropriately accredited institution AND
three years of experience in photographic work; OR
an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information

Division Description:

The North Carolina Museum of Art is a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. The statutory purpose of the museum is to acquire, preserve, and exhibit works of art for the education and enjoyment of the people of the State, and to conduct programs of education, research and publication designed to encourage an interest in and an appreciation of art on the part of the people of the state. The state’s art collection spans more than 5,000 years, from ancient Egypt to the present, making it one of the premier art museums in the Southeast. With a 164-acre campus, the museum also has the distinction of being the nation’s largest art museum park with an extensive trail system that connects to the 63-mile Capital Area Greenway through the City of Raleigh. Facilities located within the park include two main museum buildings, a large outdoor performing arts facility/amphitheater, parking lots, bike trails, and greenways.

North Carolina Museum of Art Agency Description:

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, five science museums, four aquariums, 35 state parks, four recreation areas, dozens of state trails and natural areas, the North Carolina Zoo, the State Library, the State Archives, the N.C. Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the N.C. Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. The Department’s vision is to be the leader in using the state’s natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please visit dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team!
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The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence.
We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community. Application Process
Please watch our video here that walks you through each step of the application process. Be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. “See Resume” or “See Attachment” will NOT be accepted. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the “Work Experience” section of the application, to support your answers.
If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are “Under Review” and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks. Degree/College Credit Verification
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit studentaid.gov to learn more.
Veteran’s and National Guard Preference
Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.
ADA Accommodations
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.
Employment Eligibility It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).
Sign On Bonus Eligibility
To be eligible for a sign-on bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including without limitation the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system, subject to the State Human Resources Act.
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CONTACT INFORMATION

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
Division of Human Resources
Devyn Kirksey
109 East Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27601

Phone:

919-814-6670
employmentdncr.nc.gov
Employer
State of North Carolina
Website
http://ncdcr.gov/
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