Sami Wright Email & Phone Number

Boston, Ma, Us

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

As Digital Imaging Specialist, I am responsible for the implementation of cultural heritage imaging workflows for the new Digital Ventures digitization lab. In collaboration with our partners throughout the BU Libraries network, I will work with our specialized image capture systems to digitize cultural heritage materials and ensure the continuity of collections imaging by aligning practice with standards for archival image production. Our work will make collections from across the… Show more As Digital Imaging Specialist, I am responsible for the implementation of cultural heritage imaging workflows for the new Digital Ventures digitization lab. In collaboration with our partners throughout the BU Libraries network, I will work with our specialized image capture systems to digitize cultural heritage materials and ensure the continuity of collections imaging by aligning practice with standards for archival image production. Our work will make collections from across the University accessible for faculty, students, and the public to utilize in research and other academic ventures. In addition to managing imaging processes, I will also be responsible for hiring, training, and supervising student employees, as well as the monitoring and management of digitization equipment and software. Show less

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

-Develop curriculum for new online classes-Update curriculum for classes to meet teaching standards and student interest-Lead photography workshops on a variety of subject matter (i.e., Lightroom Classic editing, beginner photography, digital asset management, photo walks, etc.)

Boston, Massachusetts

-Managed a number of projects simultaneously and ensure clear communication between team members -Assisted in the creation, management, and supervision of a summer internship program-Created content for and participate in community engagement on social media platforms-Conducted detailed clerical work independently and on a daily basis

Andover, Massachusetts, United States

-Responsible for the digitization of the extensive and diverse collections held by NEDCC’s institutional and private clients, including transmissive media, photographic prints, and cased photographs; bound and loose manuscript material; rare books and illuminated manuscripts; and large format objects like maps and blueprints.-Manage multiple workflows and projects simultaneously in an efficient manner. -Perform quality control for members of the Imaging team to ensure deliverables meet… Show more -Responsible for the digitization of the extensive and diverse collections held by NEDCC’s institutional and private clients, including transmissive media, photographic prints, and cased photographs; bound and loose manuscript material; rare books and illuminated manuscripts; and large format objects like maps and blueprints.-Manage multiple workflows and projects simultaneously in an efficient manner. -Perform quality control for members of the Imaging team to ensure deliverables meet the standards set by the Center and meet requirements for each individual project. -Create photographic content for public relations or project documentation, as requested by clientele.-Liaison for Imaging Department and Paper Lab photo documentation studio.-Manage oversize photo documentation requests for conservation labs.-Design, tailor, and implement training outline for new Imaging staff. Show less

Andover, Massachusetts, United States

-Responsible for the digitization of the extensive and diverse collections held by NEDCC’s institutional and private clients, including virtually all photographic media, photographic prints, and cased photographs; bound and loose manuscript material; rare books and illuminated manuscripts; and large format objects like maps and blueprints.

Cambridge, Massachusetts

-Worked as part of a team of scanning techs working to digitize Harvard College Observatory's collection of glass plate negative photographs of the northern & southern sky taken from 1880s-1990s. -Completed a range of tasks including categorize, file, photograph, clean, and scan glass plate negatives to preserve digitally for ongoing scientific research.-Handled fragile glass plate negatives consistently and safely throughout the digitization process.

Sturbridge, Massachusetts, United States

-Researched and provided recommendation for new / updated photography equipment -Integrated camera tethering software into workflow in accordance with new camera purchase -Integrated photo editing / organization software into workflow to improve image quality -Established an updated workflow incorporating all new equipment and software -Provided an in-person workshop with members of Collections team to review new equipment and workflow -Provided Client with follow-up… Show more -Researched and provided recommendation for new / updated photography equipment -Integrated camera tethering software into workflow in accordance with new camera purchase -Integrated photo editing / organization software into workflow to improve image quality -Established an updated workflow incorporating all new equipment and software -Provided an in-person workshop with members of Collections team to review new equipment and workflow -Provided Client with follow-up documentation for the Workshop Show less

Greater Boston Area

-Photographed and edited over 45,000 images of Thomas Lincoln Casey’s personal and professional papers to a consistent and high standard of quality.-Handled and supported fragile letter books to ensure safety of objects during photography.-Collaborated and communicated effectively with Project Archivist and Curator to manage the project within the grant timeline.-Assumed responsibilities from Project Archivist upon her departure to ensure quality of digitized images and metadata… Show more -Photographed and edited over 45,000 images of Thomas Lincoln Casey’s personal and professional papers to a consistent and high standard of quality.-Handled and supported fragile letter books to ensure safety of objects during photography.-Collaborated and communicated effectively with Project Archivist and Curator to manage the project within the grant timeline.-Assumed responsibilities from Project Archivist upon her departure to ensure quality of digitized images and metadata adherence to archival standards. Prepared metadata worksheets for bulk-linking of digitized images.-Produced supplemental documentation to accompany the grant (e.g. blog posts, workflow documentation). Show less

Boyden Gallery, St. Mary'S City, Md

Curator of the exhibition, "American Modernism in the Bocour Collection" on view in Boyden Gallery Spring 2019.-Conceptualized and curated an exhibition of 20 artworks entitled "American Modernism in the Bocour Collection".-Identified the Bocour Collection of Art as a topic of study, created a detailed inventory of the collection, and conducted research on Leonard Bocour and the American Modernist movement.-Wrote an exhibition catalog, curatorial statements, and label text, and… Show more Curator of the exhibition, "American Modernism in the Bocour Collection" on view in Boyden Gallery Spring 2019.-Conceptualized and curated an exhibition of 20 artworks entitled "American Modernism in the Bocour Collection".-Identified the Bocour Collection of Art as a topic of study, created a detailed inventory of the collection, and conducted research on Leonard Bocour and the American Modernist movement.-Wrote an exhibition catalog, curatorial statements, and label text, and designed supplemental gallery material for the exhibition.-Created high quality photographs of the artwork selected for the exhibition.-Produced and executed two public presentations for the exhibition. Show less

Ticonderoga, New York

-Photographed over 1,000 prints in the collection to be shared with the public on a new online database.-Assisted in establishing a photography workflow for the collections team.-Improved quality and detail of Print Collection database records and created new records for previously unprocessed prints in the collection.-Proposed, researched, and wrote content for a social media campaign that highlighted the print collection.-Created and presented a workshop to Collections Team… Show more -Photographed over 1,000 prints in the collection to be shared with the public on a new online database.-Assisted in establishing a photography workflow for the collections team.-Improved quality and detail of Print Collection database records and created new records for previously unprocessed prints in the collection.-Proposed, researched, and wrote content for a social media campaign that highlighted the print collection.-Created and presented a workshop to Collections Team focused on strategies for object photography. Show less

Boyden Gallery, St. Mary'S City, Md

-Handled and photographed both 3-dimensional and 2-dimensional art objects in the collection to create updated database records.-Proposed campaigns, photographed artwork, and wrote content for Boyden Gallery’s social media accounts.-Photographed gallery installations and public receptions for marketing distribution and gallery records. -Participated in de-installation and painting of the gallery in preparation for new exhibitions.-Supervised gallery during open hours, collected… Show more -Handled and photographed both 3-dimensional and 2-dimensional art objects in the collection to create updated database records.-Proposed campaigns, photographed artwork, and wrote content for Boyden Gallery’s social media accounts.-Photographed gallery installations and public receptions for marketing distribution and gallery records. -Participated in de-installation and painting of the gallery in preparation for new exhibitions.-Supervised gallery during open hours, collected visitor data, and answered inquiries from visitors. Show less

National Museum Of American History, Washington, D.C.

-Assisted Photographic Services in general museum object photography and exhibition photography of the newest wing The Nation We Build Together.-Organized over 500 object files within the Culture and the Arts movie collection based on location and inclusion of database images.-Researched and wrote object descriptions and titles for movie collection objects to be uploaded to the Smithsonian online database.

National Museum Of American History, Photographic History Collection

-Collaborated with project curators and interns to identify, classify, and locate graphics appropriate for use in a new landmark exhibition on American popular culture.-Scanned and input detailed record information for a collection of 600+ Ken Regan photographs to be uploaded to the Smithsonian online database.-Wrote a blog post relevant to the upcoming Olympic games featuring material from Photographic History Collection that was published on the museum blog, O Say Can You See?

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), History, Art History, Museum Studies, Summa Cum Laude

Bachelor’S Degree, History, Art History

Activities and Societies: Memory Book Club Study abroad opportunity for the spring semester of 2017.