McClung Museum
Location Description
The McClung Museum at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville brings together art, natural history, and cultural heritage collections to create a space for convergence, discovery, and collaboration. Offering free admission for all, the museum serves both the campus community and the general public through engaging exhibitions, educational programs, and research opportunities. The McClung encourages visitors to explore the connections between art, culture, and the natural world, sparking curiosity and a deeper understanding of history.
Practicum Work Mode
On site
Semesters or Time Period Available
Ongoing, not limited to a specific semester
Location
1327 Circle Park Dr
Knoxville, TN 37996
https://mcclungmuseum.utk.edu/
Contact
Emily Reichard
Manager of Communications and Marketing
Ereichar@utk.edu
865-974-6923
Student Tasks
The student will assist the McClung Museum team in digitizing 60 years' worth of archival material from the museum’s history, helping to create an organized, searchable digital archive. This position involves scanning, tagging, and organizing materials to ensure easy access for future use.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Work with the McClung Museum team to digitize 60 years of archival material from the museum’s history.
2. Scan physical materials into digital formats while ensuring high-quality resolution.
3. Create and implement an efficient filing system to organize and store digital files.
4. Add appropriate metadata to each digital file, including titles, dates, and relevant keywords for easy searching.
5. Develop a structure that allows for easy searching and retrieval of digitized content in the future.
6. Ensure all materials are properly labeled and categorized to maintain consistency and accessibility.
7. Assist with ongoing updates or improvements to the digital archive system as needed.
Type of Mentoring Provided to the Student
Professional career mentoring.
Student Interaction With Others at the Location
This student will work alongside the Manager of Communications and Marketing and interact with other McClung Museum and University of Tennessee staff