Digitization Associate
About The Position
The Digitization Associate will contribute to imaging activities for digitization within the Libraries. This role involves performing imaging of paper-based materials, converting documents to TIF and other formats, utilizing OCR and image processing applications, conducting quality control, and meeting production goals and deadlines. The position collaborates with staff and vendors on digitization projects, applies appropriate imaging practices, and operates various capture hardware and software. Responsibilities include image processing, metadata embedding, file preparation, troubleshooting, and project tracking. The position also supports team workflows, participates in professional development, and collaborates with staff across the Libraries to solve problems and improve efficiencies.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- A minimum of two years of related experience in digital imaging, scanning, or cultural heritage materials
- Technical experience with digital imaging equipment and related software
- Interest in learning and using new technologies
- Strong attention to detail, organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and service skills and ability to collaborate effectively
- Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
- Commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace
- Ability to lift 40 lbs.
- Ability to push/pull loaded carts up to 150 lbs.
- Ability to perform physical tasks including bending, squatting, reaching, and handling library materials
Responsibilities
- Perform imaging of paper-based materials
- Convert documents to TIF and other formats
- Use OCR and image processing applications
- Conduct quality control
- Meet production goals and deadlines
- Collaborate with staff and vendors on digitization projects
- Apply appropriate imaging practices
- Operate various capture hardware and software
- Image processing
- Metadata embedding
- File preparation
- Troubleshooting
- Project tracking
- Support team workflows
- Participate in professional development
- Collaborate with staff across the Libraries to solve problems and improve efficiencies
Benefits
- Wages, benefits and other terms of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
