Manuscript Processing and Digitization Assistant
Job in
Rowley, Essex County, Massachusetts, 01969, USA
Listed on 2026-02-04
Listing for:
GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-04
Job specializations:
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Creative Arts/Media
Digital Media / Production, Creative Design / Digital Art
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Manuscript Processing and Digitization Assistant (Creative Design)
The Peabody Essex Museums Phillips Library seeks a temporary, project-based Manuscript Processing and Digitization Assistant to aid in the photography of manuscript material from the Phillips Library's collections. Digitized materials come from the Pingree Family Papers, a substantial archival collection of personal manuscripts and business records donated to the Phillips Library by the descendants of the Pingree Family of Salem, Massachusetts.
Responsibilities:
- Photograph select materials according to established standards and local practices on our DT Versa and BC-100 systems.
- Upload and create metadata for digitized files.
- Perform some digital preservation tasks.
Desired qualifications and skills:
- Some library experience; special collections/rare books experience is a plus.
- Ability to work closely and collaboratively with diverse colleagues and patrons, as well as independently.
- Attention to detail, organizational skills, ability to multitask and balance priorities.
- Demonstrated communication skills.
- Familiarity with Capture One or similar photo editing software is preferred.
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