Digital Conversion Specialist — Digitization & Metadata

Code4lib; United States; On-site; USD 51,957 - 67,543; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious national library is seeking a Digital Conversion Assistant to support digitization projects. You will assist with the arrangement, description, and quality assessment of digitized library materials. The role requires strong organizational skills and familiarity with digital conversion principles. Ideal candidates have a keen eye for detail and are proficient with computer applications. This is an opportunity to contribute to preserving collections within an innovative digital services environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of digital conversion principles, procedures, and operations.
• Ability to utilize computer technology/software applications.
• Ability to attend to details in securing records.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to the Digital Conversion Team staff and others.
• Perform arrangement and description work on digitized materials.
• Digitize library materials using scanners or digital cameras.

Skills

Knowledge of digital conversion principles, procedures, and operations

Ability to utilize computer technology/software applications

Ability to attend to details in securing records

Ability to use computerized search tools, databases

Ability to plan and organize work assignments

Ability to communicate effectively

Job description

A prestigious national library is seeking a Digital Conversion Assistant to support digitization projects. You will assist with the arrangement, description, and quality assessment of digitized library materials. The role requires strong organizational skills and familiarity with digital conversion principles. Ideal candidates have a keen eye for detail and are proficient with computer applications. This is an opportunity to contribute to preserving collections within an innovative digital services environment.