Vacancy for Imaging and Digital Products Manager at British Library

Digital Preservation Coalition; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cultural heritage organization in London seeks an experienced Imaging and Digital Products Manager. The role involves managing the imaging team, ensuring high-quality image production and overseeing operational management of the imaging studio. Applicants should have a passion for digital preservation and team leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the imaging team, providing guidance, training, and support.
• Ensure the production of high-quality images that meet targets.
• Coordinate work streams, manage scheduling and resources.

Job description

Vacancy for Imaging and Digital Products Manager at British Library

8 October 2023

St Pancras, London

Fixed Term

The British Library Qatar Foundation Partnership Programme is seeking a passionate, analytical, and experienced Imaging and Digital Products Manager to join our team.

The Programme team consists of approximately 50 members, including Cataloguers, Translators, Conservators, Rights, Workflow, and Imaging experts. Our mission is to digitise British Library holdings related to Qatar and the region, and to produce contextual content published on the Qatar Digital Library in both English and Arabic, which is then delivered to British Library preservation systems.

The role involves overseeing the operational management of our imaging studio and managing six imaging team members. Responsibilities include producing TIFF, JP2, and ALTO files, managing associated metadata, and Submission Information Packages.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Manage and lead the imaging team, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high performance.
• Imaging Operations: Ensure the production of high-quality images that meet British Library and Programme targets, oversee equipment purchase, maintenance, and calibration, and implement best practices.
• Project Management: Coordinate work streams, manage scheduling and resources, collaborate with other teams for support and error resolution.