At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and digitise historic audio and video collections for preservation.
- Company: Join the National Archives of Australia, a leader in cultural preservation.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, work in a dynamic environment, and contribute to heritage.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth and collaboration with passionate colleagues.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by preserving Australia's audiovisual history for future generations.
- Qualifications: Attention to detail, knowledge of audio formats, and team management skills.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
The National Archives of Australia’s (NAA’s) Preservation section requires an Audiovisual Digitisation Specialist to contribute to the preservation of, and access to, the NAA’s audio and video collection. The role requires someone with attention to detail, knowledge of historical audio and video formats and experience with preservation and digital archiving.
Further requirements include:
- The ability to manage a small technical team
- The ability to provide technical assistance as required
As an Audiovisual Digitisation Manager at the NAA, you will provide oversight for a variety of preservation activities including assessment, handling and digitisation of fragile historic audio and video items, and ingest of digitised items and files from in-house and outsourcing digitisation projects. You will be required to liaise with clients and stakeholders and provide advice on audio-visual digitisation as required.
As well as ongoing responsibility for rare and fragile material, you will be required to provide training in complex audio preservation and restoration activities and assist with the development of procedures pertaining to the preservation of the audio collection.
A working knowledge of media asset management systems/databases would assist you to provide better service to colleagues and internal clients, and knowledge and experience in the handling and digitising of a variety of different audio archival formats is desirable. A working knowledge of a variety of audio software platforms, tools, and monitoring equipment would be an advantage.
Vacancy For Digital Audiovisual Preservation Manager in Sydney employer: Digital Preservation Coalition
State Library Victoria is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and innovative work culture that values the preservation of digital heritage. With competitive salaries and generous superannuation, employees benefit from professional growth opportunities in a supportive environment dedicated to advancing library practices. Located in the heart of Melbourne, the library provides a unique chance to contribute to meaningful projects that impact the community and enhance access to digital collections.
Contact Details:
Digital Preservation Coalition Recruitment Team
