Digitization Technician - Draper UT
About The Position
Ancestry is looking for a project-based temporary Digitization Technician to work on a contract basis in Draper, UT. At Ancestry, we're passionate about helping people discover, preserve, and connect with their family stories. As a Digitization Technician, you'll play an important role in that mission — working with historical documents, specialized scanning equipment, and digital workflows to create accurate, high-quality digital images. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, technically proficient, and thrives in a structured, production-focused environment. Success here means balancing speed with precision, following established standards, and taking genuine pride in the quality of your work.
Requirements
- Experienced in document digitization, scanning, imaging technology, or related production workflows
- Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities
- Detail-oriented — exceptional accuracy and consistency in everything you do
- Self-motivated and comfortable working independently within a collaborative team
- Tech-savvy and quick to learn new software and equipment
- A problem-solver who can identify and resolve workflow issues before they escalate
Nice To Haves
- Background in Photography, Library & Information Science, Archival Studies, History, or Museum Studies is a plus
Responsibilities
- Digitize archival documents according to Ancestry's imaging and quality standards
- Inspect scanned images to verify accuracy, completeness, and image quality
- Track production progress and maintain detailed quality records, spreadsheets, and logs
- Organize, process, and securely transmit digital image files
- Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on scanning equipment
- Complete image processing, file organization, and metadata management tasks
- Follow established SOPs and communicate quality concerns or process improvement ideas to Leads
- Collaborate with teammates to meet production goals and project deadlines
- Handle valuable historical records with care and professionalism
Benefits
- This is a temporary contract position and is not eligible for Ancestry benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
