Vacancy for Archives and Curatorial Assistant at London College of Fashion

Digital Preservation Coalition; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious fashion institution in Camden Town is seeking a Part-Time Archives and Curatorial Assistant to manage digital archives and assist in relocating to a new site in Stratford. Candidates should hold an arts-based degree and have a keen interest in fashion history. Previous experience in collections administration is preferable. This role is pivotal in enhancing archival services for students and the public.

Qualifications

• A degree in an arts-based subject is required.
• Demonstrable interest in fashion and fashion history.
• Experience as a collections administrator or assistant is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the day-to-day organization and delivery of services within the Archives.
• Manage digital archives and collections.
• Assist in preparations for moving the Archives to the new site in Stratford in 2023.

Job description

• Vacancy for Archives and Curatorial Assistant at London College of Fashion

Vacancy for Archives and Curatorial Assistant at London College of Fashion

31 October 2022

London College of Fashion – John Prince’s Street, Marylebone, and relocating to Stratford from Summer 2023

Part-Time

London College of Fashion (LCF) Archives seeks an experienced Archives and Curatorial Assistant to participate in the day-to-day organisation and delivery of services within the Archives, including the management of digital archives and collections. The Assistant will play a key role in preparations for moving the Archives to London College of Fashion’s new site in Stratford in 2023.

LCF Archives are a set of eclectic and eccentric collections that explore the history of London as a fashion capital. The Archives are a teaching and research resource that we utilise to inspire and engage students, staff and the public.

With a degree in an arts-based subject and a demonstrable interest in fashion and fashion history, candidates will have experience in working as a collections administrator or assistant, preferably in a university or museum setting.