Joan Yasui at the Oregon State Fair (1959)

Image Archivist

Position

Image Archivist (term-position)

Location

NEW YORK, New York United States

Application Date

April 22, 2025

Job Link

https://mediaartexploration.org/

Job Contact

mariam@mediaartexploration.org

Media Art Xploration (MAXlive) is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced individual with excellent communication and strong organizational skills to join its growing team. MAXlive produces and presents groundbreaking live & immersive arts that harness & interrogate the scientific advances of our times. We have a great team now and we look forward to adding another positive member to our crew! The archivist is responsible for finding footage of 3 ecosystems and some transportation modes in those vicinities. This production is an immersive audio visual installation with live activation by a vocalist when presented as a performance. 

Responsibilities:

  • Report to the Artistic Director and be responsible for ensuring the quality and completeness of the creative vision for the immersive experience
  • Working closely with the Producer to manage visuals and sound footage 
  • Collecting and storing images for production  
  • Be able to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently

Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of experience in archiving
  • Working knowledge of sound equipment and system design 
  • Scheduling flexibility 
  • Strong leadership skills 
  • Proficiency with various software programs including MS Office Suite, Dropbox, G-suite, Adobe Premiere, and audio editing software
  • Must be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery (e.g., copier, fax machine)
  • Ability to approach work with a spirit of collaboration and cooperation
  • Attention to detail and a passion for problem solving

Compensation:

$50/hour