Digital Publications Assistant, Clark Art Institute, (Williamstown, MA)

Posted May 13, 2025

Description

The Digital Publications Assistant reports to both the library and publications department and is charged with creating and implementing a sustainable in-house digitization workflow and digital publications distribution plan, as well as improving access to the Clark publication backlist and outside born-digital and digitized material. This is a full-time, 16-month, term-limit project position, with the possibility of an extension pending appropriate funding.

Responsibilities

Library

• Establish best practices and workflows for digitization of library and archives material including copyright compliance, file specifications, quality assurance, image processing, and metadata creation or editing as needed.
• Ensure proper care and handling of fragile or damaged materials.
• Advise on digital collection development policies for both open access material and purchased content and the implementation of controlled digital lending procedures.
• Create project documentation and training materials for other library staff and interns.
• Other relevant duties as needed or required.

Publications

• Research publication and copyright status of Clark-published backlist/out-of-print titles.
• Propose and execute a plan for digitization of backlist titles and newly digitized materials.
• Evaluate and assist with relevant digital distribution for books and other materials.
• Consult and coordinate with managing editor and rights and image editor on intellectual property issues related to publication digitization.
• Potentially assist with Bloomberg App relative to the Publications Department editorial and project management.
• Other relevant duties as needed or required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• Master’s degree or equivalent, or current enrollment in a master’s program preferred.
• 1-2 years’ relevant experience required.

• Familiarity with library operations and/or publishing industry.
• Knowledge of relevant copyright regulations.
• Significant knowledge of and facility with various digitization tools and issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated cultural competency skills; demonstrated commitment to the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

Hours and Compensation

Full time, pay range from $21.00-$23.00 per hour.

How to Apply

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Application review begins June 5, 2025.