Hiring: Photo Conservator at NEDCC
Listing Start Date: April 17, 2025Expires: June 17, 2025n
NEDCC is looking for a Photograph Conservator to work on an incredible range of materials-from contemporary fine art photographic prints to cased formats. View the full position description at nedcc.org/about/employment-opportunities.
Responsibilities Include:
Reporting to the Director of Paper and Photograph Conservation, the Photograph Conservator will:
• Conduct conservation treatments on photographic works adhering to the Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice of the American Institute for Conservation.
• Perform treatments conforming to the collections holding institution’s expectations.
• Evaluate objects, prepare and draft condition reports, and develop treatment plans.
• Collaborate with NEDCC Conservators, Exhibition Framing Specialists, Registrar, and Imaging Specialist to meet the center’s fiscal and strategic goals.
• Perform all duties as assigned including seeking and participating in professional development opportunities for the betterment of NEDCC’s conservation staff.
Qualifications:
A master’s degree from a recognized conservation program or the minimum equivalent of 3 years of experience performing conservation treatment on photograph materials is required. Good organizational and verbal skills and an ability to work in a group environment are essential.
Essential skills must include:
• Well-developed precision hand-skills
• Excellent eye for color rendering
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to treat fragile, oversized, and historically valuable photographic objects
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining conservation standards
• Ability to work in a group environment
• Ability to meet deadlines and assist in coordinating group projects
The minimum salary for this position is $55,000. NEDCC offers competitive salaries commensurate with education, experience, and skill. A comprehensive benefits and retirement package is included.
Application Process:
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information for three references as a single PDF to: Michael Lee, Director of Paper and Photograph Conservation, at mlee <at> nedcc <.> org.