** Supervisory Photographer**

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**Location**

1 vacancy in the following location:

** Relocation expenses reimbursed**

No

** Telework eligible**

No

**Duties**

** Summary**

This position is located in the Office of the Treasurer, Division of Digital Experience (TDE). The primary purpose of the position is to serve as the supervisory 3D Imaging Photographer as well as Coordinator of the 3D Image Modeling Program within the Imaging department (TDE-I).

**Responsibilities**

The incumbent:

Develops and coordinatesthe new 3D imaging operations of TDE-I. The incumbent, in consultation with the Chief of TDE-I, will plan and execute a multipurpose 3D modeling studio designed for NGA collection imaging of objects. Oversight of all aspects of the 3D Imaging program.

Works in a studio setting and in various locations indoors. The incumbent needs to use a variety of digital cameras, lenses and lighting equipment and is expected to apply wide professional knowledge and experience to achieve the highest quality images. Acts as trainer, mentor and partner for selected photography staff within TDE-I to deepen their knowledge and experience with 3D Imaging practice.

Schedules and coordinates the testing of 3D Imaging software and photographic equipment. Maintains necessary levels of technical knowledge, produces highly accurate digital imaging work within deadlines, and maintains collegial relations with supervisors, co-workers, and staff.

Performs the full range of supervisory responsibility, including but not limited to: provides technical and administrative supervision to staff; maintains an organizational environment that positively influences employee opportunity to deliver high quality products and services; establishes guidelines and performance expectations for staff members, that which are clearly communicated through the formal employee performance management system; observes performance and demonstrates and conducts work performance critiques; provides informal feedback and periodically evaluates employee performance, and resolves informal complaints and grievances.

**Travel Required**

Not required

** Supervisory status**

Yes

** Promotion Potential**

13

**Requirements**

** Conditions of Employment**

+ You must be a United States Citizen.

+ Subject to a background/suitability investigation.

+ Designated and/or random drug testing may be required.

+ Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.

+ Time-in-Grade must be met by closing date of announcement.

Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant work experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to this job opportunity. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Your resume must include the dates of all qualifying experience (from month/year to month/year) and the number of hours worked/volunteered per week.

Physical Requirements: The work is primarily sedentary. The incumbent may frequently walk to other offices in the East and West Buildings.

The National Gallery of Art provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

** Qualifications**

Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector.

**Specialized Experience Statement:**

**GS-12**

Candidates must possess at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent in responsibility to the GS-11 level in the Federal service, being responsible for supervisory 3D Imaging Photography as well as Coordinator of the 3D Image Modeling Program within the Imaging department, planning and execution of a multipurpose 3D studio designed for NGA collection imaging of objects.

**GS-13**

Candidates must possess at least three years of specialized experience, equivalent in responsibility to the GS-12 level in the Federal service, being responsible for supervisory 3D Imaging Photography as well as Coordinator of the 3D Image Modeling Program within the Imaging department, planning and execution of a multipurpose 3D studio designed for NGA collection imaging of objects.

**Other Relevant Eligibility Criteria**: None

Candidates must reflect in their submitted USAJOBS resume the possession of this specialized experience. If their resume does not include such specialized experience, they will be ineligible for this position. Those applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be evaluated against these factors to determine the best-qualified candidates.

Candidates should ensure their resume and submitted materials clearly demonstrate possession of these factors to receive maximum employment consideration.

+ Mastery knowledge and demonstrated experience shooting works of art as 3D models or other training in all aspects of 3D imaging and color managed workflows including profiling cameras, monitors and printers.

+ Mastery knowledge of color correction techniques, layer management strategies, alpha channel creation, sharpening options and the correct use of image selection tools. Mastery knowledge of the science and art of color and black & white photography, as well as safe handling practices of priceless works of art, including an understanding of the characteristics of digital imaging, high-end digital cameras and network storage devices.

+ Thorough knowledge of the objects to be photographed, such as an understanding of the fragile nature of a print, drawing, painting or object so the photographer knows how to set up the camera, how much light is allowable so as to accomplish the objective without danger to the subjects.

+ Knowledge of being a supervisor and a trainer in straight 3D photography as well. as 3D modeling objects in full 360 degree circles. Familiar with the execution of photography for publication including sculpture, paintings and works on paper. Trains and reviews work for four photographers (to be named later) who will either assist or work under this Supervisory Photographers instructions to produce straight and 3D modeling photography. **Time-in-Grade**: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration under merit promotion procedures.

**CTAP/ICTAP candidates:** To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

**Education**

**EDUCATION:**

This position doesn't have a positive education requirement, you may submit copies of your transcripts or a course listing. You must provide documentation supporting your education claims.

Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the .

**Additional information**

+ **The National Gallery of Art fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.**

More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement.

Some positions may require completion of a probationary period of up to 1 (one) year.

**AN EXTERNAL SELECTED CANDIDATE MUST BE F