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.