Remote Information Specialist—Metadata & Research

NPR; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NPR Benefits

Remote-work flexibility

Job summary

NPR is seeking a Temporary RAD Information Specialist I in the Research, Archives & Data Strategy department. This role supports storytelling through metadata, research, and training, helping NPR preserve and provide access to its programming.

The position is full-time for six months and remote-permitted, with options to work on site in Washington, DC, or remotely within NPR-approved locations; weekend hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in deadline-driven environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of information resources and services
• Awareness of current events and pop culture
• Effective writing and verbal presentation skills
• Understanding of metadata theory, creation and curation
• Experience with audio files
• Ability to work independently and on group projects
• Willingness to learn new skills on the job

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and produce metadata for NPR stories
• Deliver training to staff and partners
• Support multimedia preservation and access initiatives
• Create metadata for NPR programming catalog
• Engage in special projects; some weekend hours may be required

Skills

Deadline-driven

Analytical thinking

Metadata theory

Research skills

Strong writing

Audio handling

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

MLS or MIS or MIM (ALA-accredited)

Tools

Training delivery

Audio analysis tools

Job description

NPR is seeking a Temporary RAD Information Specialist I in the Research, Archives & Data Strategy department. This role supports storytelling through metadata, research, and training, helping NPR preserve and provide access to its programming.

The position is full-time for six months and remote-permitted, with options to work on site in Washington, DC, or remotely within NPR-approved locations; weekend hours may be required.