Media Asset Librarian
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The Media
Asset Librarian is responsible for managing and maintaining a new and
highly functional videotape Library Operation. Manages all archival and
newly-produced game and program tapes by assuring detailed and accurate
input of tape information and metadata into the library software system,
building a robust searchable database that efficiently identifies and
retrieves tape material to support staff requests, program production,
and development initiatives. Labels and barcodes all assets to operate
an organized shelving and tape checkout/return system. Interfaces with
the "MAM" digital archive based offsite, identifying and delivering
important video assets for digitization. Assists with the retrieval and
delivery of material from the digital archive to MSG. Manages tape
retention policies and onsite space limitations by purging, recycling,
and utilizing offsite storage facilities. Works with IT on the periodic
implementation, upgrades, and maintenance of the library software.
Manages inventory and distribution of tape stock. Partners with various
internal departments to support their needs. Assists in the delivery of
videotape to external content providers, film labs, and storage
facilities. Recommends, improves, and enforces SOP’s pertaining to
newly-established rules, policies, and security issues to provide
optimum protection, tracking, and accountability of MSG’s media assets.
Ongoing inventory of stored material to efficiently identify assets, and
creating and maintaining a yearly broadcast database and inventory
report for each MSG team. Partner closely with offsite storage facility
to increase operational efficiency, decrease storage costs, and improve
and increase the data and information available for every piece of
stored media. Coordinate daily game records with the technical server
area, preparing labeled raw tapes in advance. Assists in the preparation
of dub requests and footage screeners for third parties. Participates
in special projects and performs other tasks as assigned.
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The ideal
candidate will have a Bachelor`s degree in Library Science, preferably
in video or film. Must have at least two years of television or video
library experience. Will have a solid understanding of sports
television process from production to on-air, and possess knowledge of
current and historical sports with a passion for local sports teams.
Must have understanding of the various tape formats and the types of
incoming broadcast/program/raw shoot tapes that must be managed within
the day-to-day workflow. Must be skilled in database management and
digital archiving, with high attention to detail, and have excellent
written, verbal, organizational, and time management skills. Will also
be a team player with the ability to multi-task and work effectively in a
fast-paced, deadline-oriented, ever-changing environment. Will possess
the ability to develop strong working relationships with internal
departments, existing clients and vendors. Must be computer proficient
with advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.
Prior experience with MAM systems and FileMaker Pro, a plus. Must be
flexible to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
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