Film Conservator_

66459BRAuto req ID:66459BRJob Code:386056 Library Professional Department Office Location:USA - MA - Cambridge Business Title:Film ConservatorSub-Unit: Salary Grade (arvard.edu/salary-ranges#ranges) :056Time Status:Full-time Union:00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary Basic Qualifications:+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in film or media studies.+ Minimum of two years handling 35mm and 16mm film in an archival or museum environment.+ Demonstrated working knowledge of FIAF standards and recommendations for the storage, handling, and projection of film along with proven knowledge of different video formats.+ Demonstrated experience working with a variety of film equipment, including projectors, flat-bed viewers, and hand-powered rewinds.Additional Qualifications and Skills:+ Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, belonging and antiracism.+ Formal training or degree in Film Preservation preferred.+ Film projection experience and working knowledge of film cataloging tools preferred.+ Knowledge of current film digitization workflows and practices preferred.+ Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.+ Ability to repair and maintain film equipment preferred.+ Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.+ Experience arranging and processing archival collections.+ Experience using FileMaker and other database software to manage metadata.+ Experience working with large datasets in Excel and Google sheets.+ Experience working with and performing post-digitization quality control and editing of digital files.Department:Media Preservation ServicesPre-Employment Screening:Credit, Education, IdentityJob Function:Library Position Description:+ Performs accession duties, inspects material, and creates detailed condition reports and preliminary cataloging records for all film items.+ Performs film conservation duties for the HFA and other Harvard Library Repositories: re-houses material into archival enclosures; creates film can labels and assigns barcodes; adds countdowns and leaders; obtains footage counts and determines whether a film is missing footage; checks for physical damage; tests for and treats deteriorating acetate films.+ Inspects and compares multiple copies of films to determine the best quality print.+ Monitors and oversees film preservation supplies.+ Prepares material, monitors, and performs archival film scanning for preservation and access.+ Assists patrons and library repository colleagues in the viewing of film prints on flatbed viewers in the Film Preservation lab.+ Serves on Library Collections Emergency Team.+ Contributes to the overall goals of the department as appropriate.School/Unit:Harvard Library EEO Statement:We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.Physical Requirements:+ This position is occasionally required to lift materials weighing up to 40 pounds and navigate heavily loaded rolling hand carts.+ Must have the ability to perceive color and work with small and/or sharp tools.+ This position requires bending, squatting, stretching, and climbing small step stools when needed to retrieve films and shelve them or pack collections.Working Conditions:+ This position is performed fully onsite.+ Work location is responsive and subject to change based on business needs. Requests for flexibility will be considered consistent with Harvard University flexwork policies.+ The work associated with this position is performed in a library/office setting.+ At times may work in basements, attics, warehouses, and other records storage areas.+ May interact with collections that may contain dust, mold, or other contaminants.Job Summary:Although this position will remain posted until filled, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by end of day on Tuesday, September 3 2024.Reporting to the Senior Time-based Media Conservator in Media Preservation Services of the Harvard Library, the Film Conservator is responsible for the processing, inspection and preliminary cataloging of new acquisitions and the preparation of outgoing films for the Harvard Film Archive (HFA) and other Harvard Library repositories. Assists in the planning and execution of collection-wide preservation projects for audiovisual materials. Prepares materials and performs archival film scanning. Assists patrons and library colleagues who need to view films.Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging:Across the Harvard Library, our work is enriched by our diverse campus community. Our unique and wide-ranging abilities, experiences, and perspectives are integral to achieving Harvard University’s mission of excellence in research, teaching, and learning for our patrons, our collections, and our workplace. We believe that an inclusive environment that cultivates and promotes understanding, respect, and collaboration across our diverse workforce enables our success.We invite individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and abilities to be a part of our community of over 700 staff members. Our work with faculty, students and researchers to explore answers to intellectual questions, enduring and new, and to seek solutions to the world’s most consequential problems, requires that we not only reflect, but also champion our diverse society.Harvard Library inspires collaboration, reflection, experimentation, and discovery connecting users to related disciplines and to University-wide teaching resources. The Library engages users through curated discovery, digital collections, reimagined physical space, and specialized research support. Today, Harvard Library’s holdings range from traditional print collections to rapidly expanding access to digital resources. Harvard Library provides the University's faculty, students, and researchers—now and in the future—with exceptional experiences and comprehensive access to these materials.Learn more about our contributions to the academic enterprise by visiting us at arvard.edu and about the Harvard University community at arvard.edu/why-harvard.The Harvard Library is a proud member of the Association of College & Research Libraries (ACRL) Diversity Alliance.Benefits:We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (arvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:+ Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.+ Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.+ Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.+ Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.+ Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.+ Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.+ Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.+ Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.+ Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.Work Format:On-Site LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only):#LI-MG1Work Format Details:This position is based primarily on-campus, in Massachusetts. This may include in-person during emergency situations (if applicable). Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.Annual Salary Range:$ 68,100 - $ 111,500