Senior Archivist - Theatre Archive & Digital Access

Cameron Mackintosh Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading theatre production company seeks a Senior Archivist in Greater London to manage and preserve the Cameron Mackintosh Archive. This role requires over 10 years of experience in archival management, as well as skills in digitisation and communication. You will oversee both physical and digital materials, coordinate with various teams, and support projects related to theatre productions. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in the performing arts and a solid understanding of copyright and GDPR regulations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of archival experience in senior positions.
• Up-to-date knowledge of ISAD(G) standards.
• Strong knowledge of IP and copyright issues.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the acquisition and cataloguing of archival materials.
• Manage both physical and digital archives.
• Conduct research and provide reference services.

Skills

Archival experience

Knowledge of archival best practices

Communication skills

Management of records

Attention to detail

Interest in musical theatre

Education

Professional qualification in Archives and Records Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Acrobat Adobe

SharePoint

Job description

A leading theatre production company seeks a Senior Archivist in Greater London to manage and preserve the Cameron Mackintosh Archive. This role requires over 10 years of experience in archival management, as well as skills in digitisation and communication. You will oversee both physical and digital materials, coordinate with various teams, and support projects related to theatre productions. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in the performing arts and a solid understanding of copyright and GDPR regulations.