Digital Imaging Technician

New York Botanical Garden•New York, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) seeks a detail-oriented part-time Digital Imaging Technician to create, manage, and preserve high-quality digital images of the Mertz Library's collections, including books, manuscripts, photographs, objects, and botanical art. Working collaboratively with the Conservation Department, Systems Librarian, and Digital Projects Working Group, the Technician supports digitization initiatives, fulfills imaging requests, and produces preservation-quality digital assets that enhance access to historically significant collections.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Photography or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
1-2 years of digital imaging experience
Experience with copy stands with overhead camera systems, scanners and digital imaging workflows.
Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Bridge, and Microsoft Excel.
Experience creating metadata and managing digital assets.
Ability to learn and use professional capture software
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.

Nice To Haves

Experience handling rare, fragile, or special collections materials.
Familiarity with TIFF preservation standards, color management, FADGI guidelines, and digitization quality control practices.
Experience with Digital Asset Management Systems (DAMS).
Experience with Capture One and Phocus image capture software.

Responsibilities

Capture, process, and deliver high-quality digital images using professional imaging equipment and software.
Calibrate, maintain, and operate imaging equipment to ensure consistent quality and adherence to standards.
Handle rare, fragile, and special collections materials according to preservation and conservation best practices.
Perform image post-processing, including cropping, color correction, and exposure adjustments.
Create preservation-quality TIFF files and derivative access files.
Create and maintain technical and descriptive metadata records.
Apply file naming conventions, metadata standards, and quality control procedures.
Organize and manage digital assets and storage systems.
Coordinate imaging workflows, priorities, and production schedules with project stakeholders.
Maintain production statistics and project documentation.
Assist with developing and improving digitization workflows and procedures.
Fulfill imaging requests from internal and external users within established timelines.