Project Archivist, Olaleye Communications, Boston, MA
Posted June 11, 2021
Description:
Project Archivist, Olaleye Communications, Boston, MA
This position will inventory, organize, arrange, and describe a collection of creative and professional work produced by a visual artist and retired Professor. The intern will work closely with the creator of the materials to prepare this collection for eventual deposit to an archival repository. The collection includes photographic prints, negatives, audio-visual materials, publications, personal papers, and . . . Intern will conduct a comprehensive inventory of the materials, producing container lists and documenting metadata in a spreadsheet.
This position is part-time, 15-20 hours/week, for the duration of the project (expected to be several months). Pay will be $20.00/hour.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Inventory and organize materials
- Re-house, label and prepare materials for eventual long-term storage
- Create database to track materials
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Enrollment in or recent completion of a Masters-level program in library science, archival studies, museum studies or related program
- Experience working with physical archival collections
- Interest in and experience with film, photographs, and audio-visual materials preferred
- Flexible nature with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks/activities simultaneously
- Strong administrative, detail and follow-up skills
- Creative problem-solving skills, curiosity and motivation
About Dr. Jackson:
Reginald L. Jackson, Ph.D.
Prof. Emeritus of Communications
Simmons College Boston, MA
Artist Emeritus
African American Master Artist in Residency Program
Northeastern University, Boston, MA
President, Olaleye Communications, Inc.
www.olaleye.org
71 Windsor St.
Boston, MA
02120
617.442.1464
857.389.8986
How to apply:
Deliver your cover letter and resume to [email protected]
Direct questions can also be addressed to Carrie Aitkins at [email protected].