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Exciting opportunity to join the British Museum, undergoing a significant transformation, as a Photographer within the Photography and Imaging team.
Overview
Salary
£29642
Location
Bloomsbury
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation Summary
The British Museum, a world-renowned cultural institution is going through an extraordinary transformation, thus making it a perfect time to be part of this esteemed organization. You will produce high-quality photographs that encapsulate history, culture, and innovation.
Role Summary
- Work under the guidance of the Head of Photography and Imaging and Senior Photographers.
- Produce high-quality images of collection objects as per client briefs.
- Handle general photographic requests to support the Museum.
Role Requirements
- Professional photographic practice experience.
- Formal professional qualification in photography, degree, or equivalent.
- Proficiency in professional camera systems and Adobe Photoshop along with other professional imaging software.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills with flexible approach.
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 after long service) plus 2.5 privilege days and bank holidays.
- A generous civil service pension scheme.
- Complimentary exhibition tickets, free entry at paid national museum and gallery exhibitions.
- Free and discounted entry to international cultural organisations.
- Interest-free travel loans, rental deposit loans, mental health support, a 1-hour paid lunch break, a subsidised staff canteen, and discounts on gift shop purchases.
The British Museum is undergoing an extraordinary transformation, both intellectually and physically, making it a significant time to join our team. As a Photographer within the Photography and Imaging team, you will work under the guidance of the Head of Photography and Imaging and Senior Photographers. Your main responsibilities will include producing high-quality photographs of objects in the collection to meet client briefs and completing general photographic requests to support the Museum. This role is particularly aimed at introducing a junior photographer to the photographic and imaging demands of a major cultural institution, while also providing a developmental environment in the field of heritage imaging.
About you: You should have experience in professional photographic practice, preferably within a similar organisation. A formal professional qualification in photography, degree or equivalent is required. You must be proficient in the use of professional camera systems and Adobe Photoshop along with other professional imaging software. It is essential to work effectively as part of a team and have a flexible approach with excellent communication skills.
Benefits: Joining our team comes with numerous benefits. You will be part of a world-renowned institution where history, culture, and innovation converge. Benefits include 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 days after long service) plus 2.5 privilege days, in addition to bank holidays. We offer a generous civil service pension scheme, complimentary exhibition tickets, free entry at paid national museum and gallery exhibitions, and free and discounted entry to international cultural organisations. Other perks include interest-free travel loans, rental deposit loans, an Employee Assistance Programme for mental health support, a 1-hour paid lunch break, a subsidised staff canteen, and discounts on gift shop purchases.
Additional details: The British Museum values diversity and is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all employees and job applicants. We aim to create a working environment where all individuals can utilize their skills, free from unlawful discrimination or harassment. Please note, for this role, we are unable to offer sponsorship to applicants.
