Digitization and metadata specialist at La MaMa Archives, New York, NY
The La MaMa Archives seeks a FT digitization and metadata specialist for a cataloging project at a community---based performing arts archive.
The
Specialist will be responsible for supporting the successful completion
of a grant---funded project specifically aimed at providing access to
La MaMa’s institutional and production history through item---level
cataloging and digitization of the Archives’ existing core collection,
also known as La MaMa’s “show files”. The Cataloger will catalog a
wide---range of cultural objects (photographs, programs, flyers,
correspondence and press) using the open---source cataloging platform
CollectiveAccess.
This
is a hybrid-position and the Cataloger must be willing to work in a
shared office---space with the project team; and be able take direction
on a variety of cataloging, processing and arrangement projects. This is
a temporary position, ending on September 30, 2025, with the
possibility of extension.
Qualifications
Required:
•
Enrollment in or completion of graduate program in library science,
moving image archiving, public history, or a related field;
•
Familiarity with performing arts/performing arts organizations, and/or
an ability to understand and synthesize La MaMa’s place within
performing arts history in New York City and abroad, focusing on the
full spectrum of La MaMa’s output as a cultural institution;
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills;
•
Familiarity with standard metadata schema and vocabularies, such as
Dublin Core and various subject headings and naming authorities
• Strong organization and problem---solving skills, and the ability to work independently;
• Enthusiasm for delving into technologies that may be unfamiliar and patience with legacy formats.
Preferred:
• Working knowledge of databases and/or cataloging platforms, preferably CollectiveAccess;
• Experience working with audiovisual archival collections;
• Working knowledge of national and professional standards pertaining to copyright, intellectual property, and Fair Use.
Hourly rate: $22
Hours/week: 35-40 hours per week; with flexibility to work from home two days a week.
To Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of two professional references to Kylie Goetz at kylie@lamama.org
The La MaMa Archive is dedicated to supporting the work of La MaMa ETC and to promoting inquiry into the history of off-off-Broadway theater. More information about the archive and public access to our catalog is available here: https://catalog.lamama.org/
