Processing Archivist

General Summary
Under the guidance of the Archives Supervisor, the Processing Archivist will be responsible for arranging, describing, preserving, and cataloging the studio’s archival collection. This position is responsible for cataloging the studio's physical production, marketing, and other archival assets into the archive database which includes stop motion puppets, props, sets, maquettes, original art, consumer products, studio history, and more. 

Job Functions 

• Collaborate with archivists to help develop processing plans and database guidelines for cataloging production assets.
• Follow industry best practices to arrange, document, and catalog archival production materials in various formats.
• Process and catalog new acquisitions, manage accession backlog of existing collections, and photograph assets for database.
• Responsible for handling and providing proper archival storage for assets.
• Write condition reports, perform data entry, and scan and upload photographs to database.
• Number and re-house production assets in collection.
• Participate in Archives outreach programs.
• Assist in daily operations and other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications 

• 5+ years in a similar role, particularly dealing with delicate, irreplaceable production assets.
• Background in Library Science, Museum Studies, or Fine Art.
• Knowledge of professional principles, practices, and procedures related to library/archive services and their preservation and presentation of materials.
• Experience processing, arranging, documenting, and managing archival collections in various formats.
• Knowledgeable in archival standards while recognizing the dynamic nature of a live collection that is frequently loaned back to the studio for marketing events, shoots, and exhibitions.
• Ability to apply basic conservation and preservation skills to help maintain the collection.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong skills in project management and customer service.
• Ability to be self-directed, self-motivated, and to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience using spreadsheets and databases including FileMaker Pro with proficiency and accuracy in preparing reports.  
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a dynamic work environment. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; stand; sit; use hands to operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear both in person and by telephone. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee works under typical office conditions and is exposed to variable indoor temperatures. The noise level is usually quiet or moderate.  

Location 
On-site in Hillsboro, OR, and also eligible for hybrid.
Salary 
Salary is commensurate with skills and experience.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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