Digitization Technician

- $16.30 per hour (second shift bonus of $0.50 per hour)

- Full-time position (40 hours per week)

- Shift: 3:00pm – 11:30pm

Are you passionate about preserving historical documents and making them accessible online? Are you interested in working with materials from around the world? If so, you might be the perfect fit for our Digitization Technician role.

As a Digitization Technician at Backstage Library Works (Backstage), you will be part of a production team that digitizes rare books, manuscripts, maps, newspapers, photographs, and other cultural heritage materials for libraries, archives, museums, and other institutions around the world. You will learn the proper handling and preparation techniques of rare and fragile documents for digital preservation. You will use proprietary software to collect metadata to ensure the digital preservation of materials is both complete and correct from languages around the world.

You will work at our Bethlehem office, where you will enjoy a friendly and collaborative work environment with flexible hours. You will also benefit from our competitive compensation package that includes health insurance (medical/dental/vision), paid time off, 401k plan with matching contributions up to 6%, and tuition reimbursement coverage.

To apply for this position, you need to have:

· A high school diploma or equivalent

· Basic computer skills (Windows/Mac OS) and familiarity with image editing software (Photoshop)

· Attention to detail and accuracy

· Ability to lift to 40 lbs. and stand for long periods of time

· A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills

If this sounds like you, please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with “Digitization Technician” in the subject line.

We look forward to hearing from you soon!

*Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.*

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Responsibilities

• Digitize documents and records using scanning equipment and software.
• Organize and maintain digital files and databases for easy access.
• Assist with collating archival materials before the digitization process.
• Visually inspect images for quality and completeness
• Keying of metadata derived from digital images
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient digitization processes.
• Utilize computer skills to navigate Adobe Photoshop and Windows for editing tasks.
• Maintain strong production levels and consistently good quality work.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.30 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Bethlehem, PA 18017: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person