Specifications include, but are not limited to: LVCVA looking for a temp staffing agency to provide one temporary staff member to assist in the research, cataloging, and processing of archival collections. Staff member will work between 20-30 per week for approximately 6 months. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Research, organize, catalog, and classify negatives for digitization. • Re-house, number, and store archival materials. • Perform basic preservation methods on archival materials. • Accurately and efficiently create item-level records for derived digital images and born digital materials. • Practice careful and proper handling of archival materials at all times. • Error free transfer of information during data entry. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in handling delicate, fragile, or otherwise sensitive materials. • Experience with Photo Mechanic. • Experience with Portfolio Extensis. • Experience with scanning negatives and manuscripts. Physical Requirements: • Regularly lifting 20-30 pounds. • Regularly lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and walking required. Abilities and Competencies: • Must be self-motivated and able to work independently to see projects through to completion. • Ability to multitask. • Adept at working alone on long, arduous projects. • Must have neat handwriting. • Must work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines.
