CW - Digitization Project

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.