Institution: Anthology Film Archives, New York City
Position: Associate Archivist
Department: Archive
Reports to: Chief Archivist, Director
Starting Date: TBD
Salary: ,000-32,500/year
Overview:
Anthology Film Archives seeks an Associate Archivist to co-manage the daily operations of the moving image and media archives. Working directly with the Chief Archivist, the Associate Archivist duties primarily relate to film inspection, repair, cataloging, and preparation for exhibition, preservation, and digitization purposes; the management of Anthology’s cold vault and off-site storage; supervision of archive interns; and support related to digitization and online access initiatives. This is a full-time staff position, available to start immediately.
Responsibilities:
– Manage intake, processing, cataloging, barcoding/labeling, re-housing, storage, and maintenance of film and media collections
– Develop and maintain CollectiveAccess and ancillary databases for all media assets and multiple on-going initiatives
– Manage daily operation and on-going improvement of media vault and related spaces, from sweeping and re-organizing to major renovation planning
– Assist Chief Archivist to prioritize collection materials for various preservation, digitization, access, exhibition, research, and curatorial objectives
– Participate in ongoing archive projects including grant-funded preservation and digitization projects
– Oversee management of materials stored off-site and liaise with storage vendors regarding access and condition
– Pull and prepare film prints for in-house projection (weekly) and outside film loans (occasional)
– Work closely with AFA staff regarding print condition, availability and access, as well as projection equipment and supplies issues
– Track archival loans; inspect materials upon return to AFA; follow up on any delinquent loans or other issues
– Coordinate with Anthology staff to provide video, audio, and film access to students and researchers
– Contribute to the development of best practices for digitization, metadata, archival storage, and cataloging standards
– Operate and maintain film and audio equipment within archive department, including vertical rewinds, film splicers and synchronizers, flatbed viewers, shrinkage gauges, 1/4” reel-to-reel audio decks, 8mm transfer unit, Steenbeck, film cleaner, etc., servicing and acquiring new equipment as necessary
– Organize and maintain supplies: splicing tape, cores, cans, reels, leader, etc.
– Enforce workspace procedures for long-term care and operation of equipment
– Identify and review internship candidates, contribute to intern orientation, train and supervise interns on film inspection, splicing, cataloging on both immediate and long-term projects
– Provide basic support to Anthology’s theater staff related to film and digital exhibition
Qualifications:
– Graduate degree or advanced certification in media archiving
– Significant experience with film handling, inspection, identification, repair, and prep procedures in a variety of gauges (Regular-8mm, Super-8mm, 16mm, and 35mm)
– Basic knowledge of a variety of videotape (U-Matic, Betacam, DigiBeta, Hi-8, VHS, MiniDV, etc.) and audiotape (1/4” open reel, compact cassette, DAT, etc.) formats
– Experience with cataloging media
– Knowledge of non-commercial, small-gauge, artist-made cinema; and of film history, generally
– Strong familiarity with Mac and PC operating systems
– Experience with FilemakerPro, Excel, Word, and CollectiveAccess (preferred)
– Well-organized with ability to prioritize assignments and responsibilities
– Self-starter with proven ability to work with moderate to minimal supervision as part of a small, committed staff
– Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to express and disseminate complex technical information effectively
– Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
– Familiarity with industry organizations and developments/trends in the field; recommended to attend and participate in relevant annual
conference(s)
To Apply:
To apply, please submit your cover letter, resume, and references via email to John Klacsmann, Archivist, at JohnK@anthologyfilmarchives.org by October 31, 2015.
No late applications will be considered.