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Mumbai has one of the world's largest collection of Art Deco buildings. Our initiative is to showcase, document and research Mumbai's UNESCO inscribed collection and their unique architecture. We advocate its conservation. Our work environment is relaxed and full of exciting initiatives. It is also demanding, rigorous with clear deliverables by each team member. All our positions require you to be a team player with excellent work ethic and strong writing and speaking skills. We are self funded and Not for Profit. We are an equal opportunity employer.
You will lead the Trust’s documentation initiative.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage a team that conducts documentation campaigns to identify and catalogue art deco buildings
- Prepare dossiers of documented buildings with metadata
- Contribute to heritage repair and restoration projects
Requirements:
Person applying must have
- A Bachelor’s degree in Architecture with 2 years experience OR a M.Arch or equivalent with 1 year of experience, with strong leadership skills
- Strong skillset in photo documentation and mapping data
- Working knowledge of Adobe Suite (Bridge, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign) and CAD
- Familiarity with Art Deco architecture and different neighbourhoods of Mumbai
- Ability to articulate & communicate ideas with good writing skills
- Be well conversant with data management and adept at using technology
This is a full time position based in Mumbai, starting immediately. Please email your resume to workwithadmt@gmail.com with Associate Architect in the subject line. Enclose a copy of your portfolio and a writing sample of minimum 1000 words. All attachments not to exceed 5 MB.
You will manage the Trust’s digital assets.
What we expect from you:
- Manage storage, backups, access control, and security of the Trust’s digital assets
- Enforce systems & policies for data management
- Manage subscriptions to software services and coordinate with external service providers
- Ensure confidentiality and security of information
Your interests and qualifications can help:
Person applying should have
- An Undergraduate Degree or suitable Diploma (0-1 years experience)
- An interest in technology and problem solving
- Working knowledge of Google Workspace will help
- Ability to multitask, work collaboratively and meet deadlines
This is a full time position based in Mumbai, starting immediately.
Please email your resume and cover letter to workwithadmt@gmail.com with Data Admin 24 in the subject line.
All attachments not to exceed 2 MB.
You will assist the team in key administrative tasks and ensure efficiency in the functioning of the organisation
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate meetings, agendas and minutes.
- Monitor on-going project timelines
- Manage our merchandise inventory
- Manage the filing system
Requirements:
Person applying must have
- A Bachelors degree
- Good communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
- Strong organisation skills and attention to detail
- Ability to multitask, work collaboratively and meet deadlines
This is a full time position based in Mumbai, starting immediately.
Please email your resume and cover letter to workwithadmt@gmail.com with Admin Assistant 2024 in the subject line.
All attachments not to exceed 2 MB.
Art Deco Mumbai Trust is offering internships to students of Architecture.
Interns will acquire a comprehensive understanding and appreciation of Art Deco architecture and its significance within the urban landscape, conservation of modern living heritage and research methodologies under the guidance of a COA registered architect.
Requirements:
- Students of 4th & 5th year B. Arch.
- Good AutoCAD and Adobe Photoshop skills
- Experience in mapping & documentation of structures
- Academic interest in exploring and understanding modern heritage
Responsibilities:
- Research and field survey of Art Deco buildings across Mumbai
- Identify character defining features, photo-document and research the buildings using primary and secondary sources
- Input metadata to digital assets
- Compilation of documentation panels
- Assist with restoration projects
Positions are based in Mumbai, and will be for a duration of 4-6 months, starting 18 November onwards, with a stipend.
Please email your resume and portfolio with relevant work to workwithadmt@gmail.com with Architectural Internship 2024-25 in the subject line. All attachments not to exceed 5 MB.
This is a freelance opportunity, starting immediately but working remotely or from home.
Responsibilities:
- Transcribing oral history recordings within timelines
- Creating theme indexes for individual transcripts.
Qualifications:
Person applying should have
- A good command over the English language.
- Ability to review and transcribe accurately, keeping context of the interview in mind.
- Prior experience in doing some transcription work is preferred, but not necessary.
Remuneration based on qualifications and experience.
Please email your resume and a recent writing sample (minimum 500 words) to workwithadmt@gmail.com with Transcriber in the subject line.
All attachments not to exceed 2 MB.