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This is an interesting position with a lot of support. I've been working for Wash. U. over four months and love it. If anyone would like a little more information, feel free to send me an email, and I'll answer as best I can. Warmly, Tim Timothy A. Lepczyk Metadata Librarian Digital Library Services Washington University Libraries Campus Box 1061 One Brookings Drive St. Louis, MO 63130 Tel: 314.935.8934 Email: [log in to unmask] UNIT: Film & Media Archive POSITION TITLE: Film & Media Digital Archivist TO APPLY: Visit www.wustlcareers.com <http://www.wustlcareers.com> . Attach a letter of application, resume, and the names of three references (including e-mail & telephone numbers). SUMMARY: The Film and Media Digital Archivist will assume management responsibilities of all digital activities and initiatives in the Archive. This individual will coordinate efforts to digitize materials in the collection and develop strategies for long-term preservation of these digital assets. The Archivist will also contribute to the efforts of the Digital Library initiative by working closely with Digital Library Services (DLS) and spearhead efforts to enhance our online resources. The Archivist will work with others within the library system and with faculty to facilitate and increase the use of digital materials from our collections on campus, in research, and in the classroom. The position reports to the Special Media Collections Archivist QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Masters Degree or Graduate Level Certificate in moving image archives, library and information science, film studies or other related degrees. Experience working with audio/video formats and files, digitization of linear media, website development, and editing digital media. Evidence of written and oral communication and web management skills. Previous archival experience or education. Preferred: Experience with editing software on Final Cut Pro is preferred. Previous archival education or experience preferred. Knowledge of African-American history and documentary filmmaking is a benefit. Knowledge of digital formats and African-American history, film, and documentary filmmaking. Experience working with digital video and audio equipment, files and formats, compression codecs, and web delivery.