Hard Skills
AdvancedDigital Asset Management (DAM)The systematic organization and storage of digital media files to ensure they are easily accessible and secure.
ExpertPhotographic PreservationThe application of chemical and physical methods to slow the deterioration of photographic prints, negatives, and slides.
IntermediateMetadata Tagging and TaxonomyThe practice of applying standardized descriptive information to images using schemas like IPTC or Dublin Core.
IntermediateRights Management and Copyright LawThe understanding of legal frameworks regarding intellectual property, licensing, and public domain status for images.
AdvancedDigitization StandardsTechnical knowledge of high-resolution scanning, color space management, and file format optimization (e.g., TIFF, RAW).
IntermediateHistorical ResearchThe ability to investigate and verify the provenance, date, and subject matter of photographic materials.