Vacancy for Digital Engagement Archivist at University of Westminster

Digital Preservation Coalition; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in London is seeking a Creative Digital Engagement Archivist to lead the preservation and cataloguing of the Westminster Menswear Archive. This role involves developing digital outreach strategies and engaging diverse audiences through technology. Candidates should have experience in digital preservation and excellent interpersonal skills. A hybrid working arrangement is offered, requiring at least one day a week on-site.

Qualifications

• Experience in digital preservation, cataloguing or information management.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies and digital tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a small team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preservation and cataloguing of our archive.
• Develop and implement a digital outreach strategy.
• Optimise the AtoM archive collection management system.

Skills

Digital preservation

Cataloguing

Information management

Digital outreach strategy

User engagement

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Vacancy for Digital Engagement Archivist at University of Westminster

London, England • Fixed Term

We are seeking a creative and committed individual who enjoys finding new ways to engage audiences through technology. With new funding from Research England we are enhancing our digital capabilities and are looking for a Digital Engagement Archivist to help lead and shape how the Westminster Menswear Archive interacts with the world in the digital age.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preservation and cataloguing of our archive using recognised professional standards and innovative digital methods to ensure it remains accessible for generations to come.
• Develop and implement a digital outreach strategy to engage a broad range of users, from researchers to the general public.
• Leverage our digital content, processes and outputs to maximise our outreach activities and create interactive, user-friendly experiences that bring fashion history to life.
• Optimise the AtoM archive collection management system to meet the evolving needs of our users.
• Provide support and foster connections with the research community and the wider public through digital platforms.

Qualifications/Requirements

You should have experience in digital preservation, cataloguing or information management; you’re comfortable with emerging technologies and digital tools and are excited by the idea of using them to enhance the accessibility and relevance of our collections. You enjoy exploring new ways to present historical and contemporary content and engage diverse audiences online. You’re able to connect with people, whether through digital platforms or in-person, and you’re skilled at building meaningful relationships with users. While you’re forward-thinking, you’re also meticulous about managing digital records with care and precision. Ability to work effectively in a small team and deliver to deadlines is also important.

Additional information

More information about Westminster Menswear Archive can be found here.

The post is based at the University’s Harrow Campus. A hybrid working pattern is feasible including some remote working but the post holder is expected to work a minimum of one day a week at Harrow and to be available for monthly in-person team meetings.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Danielle Sprecher, Westminster Menswear Archive Curator [e-mail]