3D Scanner Operator

Overview

Join a pioneering team dedicated to preserving history through cutting-edge technology! As a 3D Scanner Operator, you’ll play a crucial role in digitally capturing historical artifacts, ensuring these irreplaceable pieces of history are preserved for future generations. Your meticulous approach and technical skills will be essential in creating high-fidelity 3D assets, bridging the gap between the past and the future. This is an exciting opportunity to combine your passion for history with your technical expertise in a dynamic and innovative environment. Partnering with Aquent, you will join a team at the forefront of digital preservation.
This role offers a unique opportunity to work hands-on with rare and delicate artifacts. You will be responsible for preparing these items for 3D scanning, operating advanced scanning equipment, and ensuring the complete and accurate capture of each object. Your work will directly contribute to the creation of a rich digital archive, accessible to researchers, educators, and the public for years to come.
Responsibilities:

• Handle historical and delicate artifacts with the utmost care, adhering to strict preservation and handling protocols.
• Prepare and style objects for optimal 3D scanning, including staging and support setup.
• Operate high-resolution 3D scanning equipment to create precise digital representations.
• Execute multiple scanning passes to guarantee complete capture of the artifact.
• Maintain meticulous scanning logs, equipment calibration schedules, and project metadata.
• Troubleshoot scanning hardware to minimize downtime and maintain high-quality results.
• Collaborate closely with archivists and 3D production artists to ensure project success.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience handling fragile or valuable items with care and precision.
• Understanding of digital capture workflows and basic 3D standards.
• Ability to follow precise handling, scanning, and documentation protocols.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work methodically and patiently.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• Experience operating 3D scanning equipment.
• Background in museum studies, archaeology, or conservation.
• Familiarity with photogrammetry or hybrid scanning techniques.
• Experience with digital asset management (DAM) systems or metadata tagging practices.
• A passion for preserving historical records and materials.

About Aquent Talent:
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

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