Archivist Job at RieLes Group, Culpeper, VA

  • RieLes Group
  • Culpeper, VA

Job Description

Film Archivist – Motion Picture Film Archiving Project, Culpeper, VALocation: Culpeper, VAWorksite: Library of Congress Packard Campus, 19053 Mt. Pony Road, Culpeper, VAWork Arrangement: OnsiteAnticipated Start Date: November 12, 2026Contract: Base Year + Four Option YearsPosition Type: Full-TimeFind out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered.Position OverviewRieLes Group is seeking a Film Archivist to support the Library of Congress Motion Picture Film Archiving Project at the Library of Congress Packard Campus in Culpeper, VirginiaThe Film Archivist will perform specialized archival processing of historic 16mm and 35mm motion picture film, including poorly labeled materials, original production elements, and ethnographic collections. The position will work closely with Library of Congress staff to identify, organize, document, and prepare motion picture film materials for long-term preservation and storageThe ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in identifying, handling, inspecting, and documenting motion picture film, including complex, fragmentary, or incomplete production elementsKey Responsibilities:Identify film titles, reels, and various motion picture film element types, including negatives, prints, workprints, soundtracks, trims, and outtakesInspect film condition and document issues such as shrinkage and vinegar syndromePerform basic preservation triage, rehousing, labeling, and preparation of materials for storageApply labels and barcodes accurately to film materials and containersCreate accurate inventories, metadata, and related archival documentationAssist with the development and refinement of film processing proceduresTrack processing activities, results, productivity, and quality-control informationParticipate in quality checks and ensure accurate and consistent processing of materialsPrepare progress reports and other project documentationParticipate in weekly meetings with Library of Congress staffFollow established archival, preservation, handling, and safety proceduresPerform other related duties necessary to support the motion picture film archiving projectRequired Qualifications:Demonstrated expertise in motion picture film identification, handling, and inspection, including complex or fragmentary production elementsKnowledge of archival analysis, organization, description, and basic preservation practicesAbility to accurately enter and maintain archival and inventory dataEffective written and verbal communication skillsAt least six months of experience in a library or archives environment performing similar dutiesAbility to lift and handle materials weighing up to 35 pounds xhyhwjd Ability to work onsite at the Library of Congress Packard Campus in Culpeper, VAPersonnel must meet the qualifications of the applicable FEDLINK labor categoryPreferred Qualifications:Certificate or degree in Film Preservation, Moving Image Preservation, or a related fieldFour years of experience working in a film archive, library, museum, or archival environment involving motion picture collectionsExperience working with historic, poorly labeled, fragmentary, or complex motion picture film collectionsFamiliarity with film preservation terminology, condition assessment, inventory procedures, and archival metadataTrainingLibrary of Congress system-specific training will be providedSpecialized motion picture film expertise must already be demonstrated by the selected candidatePlease send me your most updated resume to

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