Digital archivist job description
Example digital archivist requirements on a job description
- Bachelor’s degree in Archival Science, Library Science, History, or related field.
- Minimum of five years of experience in archival work.
- Thorough knowledge of archival principles, standards, and best practices.
- Familiarity with digital audio-visual formats.
- Proficiency in archival software and content management systems.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Digital archivist job description example 1
Library Systems & Services digital archivist job description
Position is mostly remote but needs to be in the DC area
LAC Federal is seeking a Digitial Archivist 1) to appraise a prominent national museum's historically significant digital institutional records for disposition, 2) to prepare permanent, official records for long term preservation and access, 3) to ingest the institutional records into the Digital Asset Management System (DAMS) or transfer to their Archives, and 4) to dispose of records with limited or short-term value in accordance with established records retention policies. Files consist of audiovisual production assets, community engagement documentation, museum documentation images, third party exhibition images, and other project documentation that involves multiple departments including education and outreach, exhibition planning and design, publications, and research and curatorial materials.
Specific Tasks
Following Museum’s procedures and working under the supervision of the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR), the contractor shall perform the following tasks which may include but are not limited to:
• Attend all Museum, unit, and team meetings that facilitate project communication, progress, or directly affects the contractor’s work as identified by the COTR
• Appraise records in consultation with COTR and asset creators
• Create file system inventories, eliminate duplicate material, rename files, migrate files to standard preservation and access formats, and verify fixity
• Assign metadata to born-digital and digital surrogate archival records, including audiovisual, still image, and textual digital assets using metadata schemes selected by the museum
• Review media assets and digital collections for legal, ethical, and policy restrictions in consultation with COTR and Museum's Intellectual Property Manager
• Prepare appraised and selected digital assets for import into DAMS or transfer to Archives
• Manage ingested assets and metadata in DAMS
• Update digital archiving workflow and records retention schedule documentation following Museum’s guidelines if necessary
• Work within the established Museum standards for digital asset and digital content management
Qualifications
- Technical experience with digital asset management principles, practices, and standards
- Understanding and specialized experience with software for asset management tasking including creating file system inventories, maintaining data within spreadsheets, renaming files, migrating file formats, transcoding video, embedding metadata, running fixity checks, and deduplicating files.
- Experience or familiarity with one or more of the following applications: Adobe Bridge, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premier, BWF Metaedit, Foxit PhantomPDF, Microsoft Office suite, The National Archives’ Digital Record Object Identification tool (DROID), and DupeGuru.
- Must be self-motivated, able to work independently, and meet measurable goals and timeframes.
- Proficiency and practical experience using Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook
- Must be detail oriented and open to taking direction, ability to follow established policies and procedures
- Excellent written and oral communication and customer service skills
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer screens or detailed paperwork.
LS&S i s an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics or any other category protected under applicable law.
Hours Per Week: 40
Digital archivist job description example 2
Baptist Child & Family Service digital archivist job description
It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world!
Company
: BCFS Health and Human Services Business
Unit
: RSD
Title
: Digital Archivists (Verifiers)
Position
: Coordinator II
Job Family
: Administrative Staff
Program
: BCFS Health and Human Services: Residential Services Division
Reports to
: Records Management Director or DA Lead
Status
: Regular, FT
Frequency
: Hourly
Education
: Required - High school diploma, or equivalent; Preferred - Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Experience
: Required - Two (2) plus years of related experience and/or training; Preferred - Four (4) plus years of related experience and/or training
Supervises
: N/A
To successfully perform this job, the employee may be expected to perform the following, with or without reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990:
Essential Functions
:
1. Ensures compliance with established internal procedures by auditing scanned records, reports, and documentation.
2. Maintain a comprehensive digital archiving system and be able to locate and retrieve information from files as directed.
3. Communicates audit findings to leadership by compiling reports and discussing findings.
4. Receives, tracks, and responds to high volume inquiries and requests for stored records from internal and external agencies in a timely manner.
5. Complete timely and accurate documentation or training in accordance with agency policies and procedures and contract and regulatory requirements and standards.
6. Meet all deadlines required by program supervisor and federal partners.
7. Other duties as assigned.
Measurable Deliverables
:
1. Meet all federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards that are applicable to this position.
2. Participate in scheduled meetings, in-service training and team decisions as needed.
3. Maintain BCFS HHS professional and ethical standards of conduct outlined in BCFS employee handbook including demonstrating respect for agency staff, children, and community members and complying with required dress code at all times.
4. Maintain confidentiality in all areas of the child and program operations.
5. Communicate effectively and professionally by phone or face-to-face with agency staff, vendors, community members and regulatory and contract staff.
6. Compile, prepare, submit, and maintain accurate records, files, forms, statistics, and additional information in accordance with agency policies, licensing and/or contract requirements.
7. Maintain confidentiality in all areas of child and program operations.
8. Maintain BCFS HHS professional and ethical standards of conduct outlined in BCFS employee handbook including demonstrating respect for agency staff, clients, and community members and complying with required dress code at all times.
Credentials, Skills and Abilities
:
1. Maintain current licenses and certificates required for the position including but not limited to:
First Aid CPR Emergency Behavior Intervention Other:
2. Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens and maintain emotional control and professional composure at all times.
3. Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request.
4. Pass a pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks.
5. Demonstrate the ability to:
a. Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio- economic characteristics.
b. Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers and professionals.
c. Work in a fast-paced environment and maintain control and professional composure at all times.
d. Maintain computer literacy required to meet the responsibilities of the position.
e. Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
6. Demonstrate a working knowledge of all Residential Services policies and procedures.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
English (United States)
If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you!
EEO Statement
It is the policy of BCFS System of Companies and its affiliated organizations to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
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Digital archivist job description example 3
Warner Music Group digital archivist job description
**Job Description:**
_`_ At Warner Music Group, we're a global collective of music makers and music lovers, tech innovators and inspired entrepreneurs, game-changing creatives and passionate team members. Here, we know that each talent makes our collective bolder and brighter. We are guided by four core principles that underpin everything we do across all our diverse businesses:
+ **Music is Everything** : Music is our passion, and we can never get enough. Tastes, trends, and tech will change, but great artists and songwriters will always be our driving force.
+ **Global Growth, Local Expertise** : Music is a global language. Through communication and collaboration, our success can come from anywhere and translate everywhere.
+ **Innovation and Insight** : Pushing the boundaries requires the best information and the boldest imagination. We use both to create the future.
+ **Empowered by People** : Like the artists we serve and the music they make, our differences make us stronger. This is a place where every talent can belong and build a career.
We remain committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We know it fosters a culture where you can truly belong, contribute, and grow. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, and any other characteristic or identity.
Consider a career at WMG and get the best of both worlds - an innovative global music company that retains the creative spirit of a nimble independent.
**A little bit about our team:** Global Asset Management is responsible for the management of master assets across all of WMG. This includes audio, video, photographic, and art assets used in the production of WMG products. Global Asset Management is also responsible for the quality control, and distribution of assets that feed the physical and digital supply chain, including current releases and legacy content. This department has the additional responsibility of maintaining the high quality of digitization standards across all media types as well as a high quality of data integrity that allows for the swift location and deployment of assets on the behalf of WMG.
**Your role:** As Digital Media Archivist you will be responsible for archiving of born-digital audio masters for artists signed to WMG Labels including Atlantic Records, Warner Records, 300 Elektra Ent., Nonesuch and more. This involves working with A&R, producers, and engineers to receive content, upload to digital repositories, catalog, and generate delivery reports, while ensuring deliveries meet WMG standards. You will also support Library operations researching and delivering audio for creation of new products such as Dolby Atmos mixes and archiving of Immersive content. Here you will represent one of the largest music archives in existence and a company that continues to grow and thrive in today's industry.
**Here you'll get to:**
+ You will collaborate with A&R teams at various labels, WMG Studios, as well as third party engineers and producers
+ You will receive audio via secure digital delivery platforms, reviewing files to ensure they meet WMG's delivery requirements
+ You will upload content to on-prem network and cloud storage repositories
+ You will enter metadata into asset management systems and databases, producing delivery reports shared with A&R
+ You will work closely with A&R to receive revised masters ensuring final versions are archived
+ You will utilize troubleshooting skills to identify and report any technical issues to Labels
+ You will conduct database research to identify sources and supply content used for creation of new products such as remixes and Dolby Atmos
+ You will support Immersive Audio production receiving new mixes to archive and distribute to WMG studios for digital supply chain integration
+ You will perform light audio engineering tasks such as file conversion, simple editing, and DAT transfers
+ You will archive digital video and film transfers to on-prem network and cloud storage
+ You will support implementation of archival standards and operational procedures
+ You will migrate data from Legacy media formats such as hard drives, DVDROMs and other formats
+ You will work closely with the Digital Preservation team in prioritization and creation of digital archive packages
+ You will stay up to date on current audio technologies, industry trends and business initiatives
**About you:**
+ You have excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
+ You have outstanding organizational skills and strong attention to detail
+ You have at least 1-2 years' experience in audio production with an understanding of production processes and commonly used terminology
+ You have knowledge of digital audio and video file and physical media formats
+ You have strong technical abilities and are proficient with Pro Tools and other DAWs
+ You can troubleshoot technical issues and provide assistance to others
+ You have great time management skills and thrive working in a fast-paced environment
+ You are adaptable and efficiently prioritize workload and responsibilities
+ You are comfortable working on multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
+ You are self-motivated
+ You can demonstrate composure and a strong work ethic
+ You enjoy research projects
+ You enjoy working both independently and in a team environment
+ You have experience retrieving files from servers, hard drives, DVDROMs and other media
+ You have experience working with databases and Digital Asset Management systems
**We'd love it if you also had:**
+ A degree in Audio Production or Library Sciences preferred
+ Experience working in a studio, archive, or library
+ Music industry work experience
+ Knowledge of Digital Asset Management systems
+ Knowledge of WMG artists and Labels
+ Experience in coding or software development
**About us:** As the home to Asylum, Atlantic, East West, Elektra, FFRR, Fueled by Ramen, Nonesuch, Parlophone, Rhino, Roadrunner, Sire, Warner Records, Warner Classics, and several other of the world's premier recording labels, Warner Music Group champions emerging artists and global superstars alike. And our renowned publishing company, Warner Chappell Music, represents genre-spanning songwriters and producers through a catalogue of more than one million copyrights worldwide. Redefining what it means to be a music company in the 21st century, our consumer brands include trend-setters like UPROXX, Songkick, HipHopDX, and EMP. We're the home to WMX - the next generation services division that connects artists with fans and amplifies brands in creative, immersive, and engaging ways - and Alternative Distribution Alliance (ADA) - the ground-breaking global distribution company for independent artists and labels.
Together, we are **Warner Music Group: Music With Vision & Voice.**
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Don't be discouraged if you don't hear from us right away. We're taking our time to review all resumes, and to find the best people for WMG.
Thanks for your interest in working for WMG. We love it here, and think you will, too.
**WMG is committed to inclusion and diversity in all aspects of our business. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and will evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.**
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