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.
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.