CW - Digitization Project

Job description

The Archive Digitization Technician is responsible for converting physical archival materials into high-quality digital formats to ensure long-term preservation and accessibility. This role involves operating specialized digitization equipment, adhering to archival standards, and managing metadata for digital assets.
Contract Position/On Site/Hall of History
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
• Performs daily operations of digitization workflows, including digitization, color management, and quality control.
• Tracks digitization progress and compiles relevant statistics.
• Coordinates digital collections workflow, including collaboration with metadata specialists and preparation for ingestion into digital repositories.
• Maintains digitization priority lists in collaboration with team members.
• Executes efficient digital production workflows aligned with digital library standards.
• Contributes to the development of policies, guidelines, and best practices for digitization.
• Monitors and maintains specialized hardware and software used for image capture and processing.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Strong organizational and tracking skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience with digitization workflows and digital asset management required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience in digital media, museum environments, or archival settings preferred.
• Familiarity with color management and quality control processes preferred.
• Technical proficiency with digitization equipment and software preferred.
• Knowledge of digital library standards and metadata practices preferred.