COLLECTIONS PHOTOGRAPHER

• 08292026-80679 State Museum
• 3.5 Nashville, TN Job Details Full-time $4,562
• $5,694 a month 6 hours ago Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description Job Information State of Tennessee Job Information Opening Date/Time 08/29/2026 12:00AM Central Time Closing Date/Time 09/20/2026 11:59PM Central Time Salary (Monthly) $4,562.00
• $5,694.00 Salary (Annually) $54,744.00
• $68,328.

00 Job Type Full-Time City, State Location Nashville, TN Department State Museum

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TENNESSEE

STATE MUSEUM, DAVIDSON COUNTY

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

Qualifications Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree. Substitution of Experience for

Education:

Qualifying full-time professional or paraprofessional human resources experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of four years. Overview The Tennessee State Museum seeks a skilled, detail-oriented Photographer 1 (Collections Photographer) to produce accurate, high-quality images that support collections care, exhibitions, publications, and digital initiatives. This role reports to the Chief Registrar and strengthens the museum's visual identity while enhancing public access to Tennessee's cultural heritage through exceptional photographic documentation and digital asset management. Responsibilities Demonstrate proficiency in photographic principles including composition, lighting, focus, exposure, and balance. Operate professional photographic and video equipment to capture high-quality images of objects, collections, sites, and events. Identify photo and video assets appropriate for exhibitions, publications, digital platforms, educational initiatives, and internal projects. Process, edit, organize, and archive digital image assets following museum standards and best practices. Ensure proper object handling and positioning to support safe, ethical, and conservation-aligned photography. Maintain accurate records of equipment use, project hours, and imaging workflows. Collaborate with curatorial, registration, exhibitions, and communications staff on imaging needs and project timelines. Demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, and project management skills to support cross-departmental initiatives. Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies:

Customer Focus Communicates Effectively Instills Trust Organizational Savvy Decision Quality Knowledge:

Personnel and Human Resources Customer and Personal Service Law and Government Administration and Management Clerical Skills:

Critical Thinking Active Learning and Listening Time Management Service Orientation Coordination Abilities:

Inductive and Deductive Reasoning Problem Sensitivity Information Ordering Oral Comprehension and Expression Written Comprehension and Expression Tools & Equipment Computers Phones Copier/Scanner/Printer/Fax Machine Calculator Other Office Equipment as Required TN Driver Standards State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications: A valid driver's license For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations. Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.

• Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.