Archival Digitization Specialist- Philadelphia, PA

$35,360 - $35,360/Yr

Ancestry - Middle City East, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Hybrid - Middle City East, PA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Ancestry is seeking a project-based temporary Archival Digitization Specialist to work on a contract basis in Philadelphia, PA. This role involves capturing digital images of archival documents, performing quality audits, and maintaining data integrity through detailed reporting. The position requires a technical individual with experience in digitization and archival processes, who can work independently in a focused environment. This is a full-time position lasting for 8 months, with a compensation of $17/hr.

Responsibilities

• Capture digital images of documents as specified by the company.
• Perform quality audits on each roll that has been scanned before transmission.
• Report progress and quality audit notes and enter data into spreadsheets.
• Initiate and maintain responsibility for the delivery or transmission of images to the corporate office.
• Perform regular equipment maintenance functions and coordinate for machine maintenance with third-party hardware service providers.
• Perform basic image enhancement and file organization tasks.
• Maintain professional relationships with partners that protect the image and mission of Ancestry.com.
• Perform various miscellaneous tasks related to the projects as they arise.

Requirements

• Experience working with digitization and archival documents.
• Ability to manage several projects and determine project urgency.
• Experience with scanning and editing equipment, procedures, and materials.
• Background in Photography, Library and Archives, or History.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience anticipating problems and finding creative solutions.
• Detail-oriented and efficient in handling focused and repetitive tasks.

Benefits

• Contract-based position with compensation of $17/hr.