Digital Media Archivist & Preservation Specialist

Digital Preservation Coalition; Berkhamsted; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in digital preservation seeks a Digital Media Specialist to support the British Film Institute’s digital media objectives. This role encompasses technical operations on audiovisual media, quality control, and the use of various software tools to enhance preservation and access. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity and accessibility of the BFI National Archive's digital assets.

Qualifications

• Experience with audiovisual digital media preservation.
• Familiarity with both open-source and proprietary software applications.
• Capability to manage media and meet quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate technical equipment for digital preservation operations.
• Assist with specifications and quality control processes.
• Manage central and local storage effectively.

Skills

Technical skills

Quality Control

Media management

Tools

Transcoding software

Quality Control tools

Software-based applications

Job description

A leading organization in digital preservation seeks a Digital Media Specialist to support the British Film Institute’s digital media objectives. This role encompasses technical operations on audiovisual media, quality control, and the use of various software tools to enhance preservation and access. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity and accessibility of the BFI National Archive's digital assets.