CW - Digitization Project

Location: Omaha, NE

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

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.