Film Archiving Technician

Film Archiving Technician, Culpeper, VA Film Archiving Technician, – Motion Picture Film Archiving Project, Culpeper, VA Location: Culpeper, VA Worksite: Library of Congress Packard Campus, 19053 Mt. Pony Road, Culpeper, VA 22701 Work Arrangement: Onsite Anticipated Start Date: November 12, 2026 Contract: Base Year + Four Option Years Position Type: Full-Time Position Overview Rie.

Les Group is seeking 2 Film Archiving Technician to support the Library of Congress Motion Picture Film Archiving Project at the Library of Congress Packard Campus in Culpeper, Virginia Perform hands-on archival processing of historic motion picture film. The work requires film handling and identification skills, condition assessment, rehousing and accurate inventory documentation.

Core responsibilities:

• Inspect film cans and reels; identify titles, reel numbers and film element types using labels, documentation and film bench inspection
• Document condition concerns, including shrinkage and vinegar syndrome; rehouse films using Library-provided archival cans
• Label and barcode items, enter inventory and metadata, and place completed materials on designated shelves for Library staff
• Maintain processing counts and quality records, support progress reporting, and follow approved workflows and safe handling procedures Qualifications:
• Demonstrated motion picture film identification, handling and inspection expertise, including the ability to distinguish negatives, prints, soundtracks and other production materials
• Knowledge of archival organization and description, basic preservation practices, accurate data entry and effective communication
• Minimum six months of experience in a library or archives environment performing similar tasks; ability to lift up to 35 pounds
• Preferred: certificate or degree in Film Preservation or Moving Image Preservation, or four years of relevant film collection experience Requirements: Updated Resume; relevant film processing experience; interest; availability; and willingness to work onsite in Culpeper Please send me your most updated resume to mcastillo@rielesgroup.com