Digital Projects Specialist

The Digital Projects Specialist provides ongoing day-to-day support for the creation of digital collections and the management of the digital collection software used in Furman University’s teaching and research. The position works in the Digital Collections Center of the Furman University Libraries., * Works with the Manager of the Digital Collections Center to organize and process materials for digitization, following security and archival handling procedures.

• Coordinates digitization of print, image, and audio/video formats using scanners, digital cameras, and other digital conversion technology.
• Manages workflows for new and existing digital projects to meet project goals and timelines.
• Post-processes digitized items with media editing software such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, iMovie, and Audacity.
• Manages digital file archives and works with the Archivist for Digital Collections to ensure files are digitally preserved.
• Creates and enters metadata for digital materials made available online.
• Uploads files and metadata into the University’s digital repository system, TIND: https://furman.tind.io
• Coordinates with the Scholarly Communications Librarian to assist in digitization and metadata creation for the University’s institutional repository, Furman University Scholar Exchange (FUSE): https://scholarexchange.furman.edu
• Works with digital collections partners to coordinate large and/or recurring digital projects and ensure they are completed in a regular and timely manner.
• Trains, and supervises student assistants in the scanning and editing of materials.
• Conducts quality control on work produced by the student assistants to ensure digitization and metadata standards are met.
• Troubleshoots technical problems with digitization software and hardware, including contacting the vendor for support.
• Maintains current knowledge of digitization standards and practices by attending conferences/workshops, participating in training, and reading relevant materials.
• Completes performance review process with supervisor to understand job performance expectations and how they fit into the department and university goals. Other duties as assigned. *

Relationships

This position involves contact with Library colleagues, Library student assistants, University faculty, and University staff. This position communicates openly and effectively, while recognizing the contributions of colleagues. Supervises 1-4 student assistants.

Responsibility for Final Decisions

• This position requires a high level of accuracy, and attention to detail and is largely self-directed.
• Routine work is performed independently; non-routine issues or questions are referred to the supervisor. Impactful/significant decisions will be made in collaboration with the supervisor. *

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent relevant experience required.
• Experience with digitization equipment (e.g. scanners) and/or digital editing software (e.g. Photoshop).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to set priorities, multi-task, make complex decisions, and effectively meet deadlines. Demonstrated high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and follow-through. *

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of metadata standards and applications Experience working with digital collections systems or platforms. *

Work Conditions

• Work is performed in an office environment.
• Work requires some lifting and movement of books and other library materials which may weigh up to 50 pounds.
• Work involves occasional exposure to dust and mold. This job has the potential for a hybrid work schedule with up to two remote workdays per week. Approval for hybrid work will be evaluated in accordance with the University’s remote work policy after at least three months of full-time onsite work. *