Wyoming Folklife Archives Scan Technician/ Photography Lab Assistant

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JOB TITLE:

Wyoming Folklife Archives Scan Technician/ Photography Lab Assistant

JOB PURPOSE:

This is a part-time temporary position to assist with digitizing the Wyoming Folklife Archives collection material until the end of June to provide content for access for the AHC's online digital platform Luna. The position can be extended past June for other archive projects.

An Archives Scan Technician/ Photography Lab Assistant digitizes analog archival collection materials of all formats (paper, film, photographs, audio, motion picture film, and video) to precise standards for preservation and access to the AHC's online digital collections.

The starting rate of pay is $12.00 per hour.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary duties are digital scanning of analog archival materials according to archival imaging standards, the transport and handling of that material according to archival best practices, and the creation of descriptive metadata and supporting documentary records. As well as photographing archival material in a studio setting, and data entry.

Other miscellaneous and related duties may be assigned at the discretion of the Digitization Lab Supervisor or the Collections Manager. This position reports directly to the Digitization Lab Supervisor.

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: Digital photography experience (including operating manual settings on DSLR cameras), basic understanding of controlling external light for photography, and basic editing in Adobe Photoshop.

Other requirements:

Ability to work independently.

Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks, performing them in a relatively short period of time.

Ability to communicate effectively both in oral and written format.

Computer, software, and writing skills commensurate with the creation of college level class assignments.

Physically capable of moving and lifting up to 50lbs.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Advanced computer skills relating to digital scanning hardware and software.

Proficient use of professional camera equipment, lighting, and Adobe Photoshop.

Familiarity with metadata standards, particularly Dublin Core.

Knowledge of archives theory and practice.

Familiarity with Excel.

Interest in western history, photography, and audio-visual (AV) would be beneficial in this position.

Familiarity with analog photography is also preferred

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for three work-related references.

HIRING STATEMENT:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email [email protected].

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/

Job Identification: 250582 Apply Before: 09/20/2025, 05:59 AM Job Schedule: ParT Time Locations: 16 & Gibbon, Laramie, WY, 82071, US Posted Salary Range: Schedule (Hours Per Week): 20 Travel:

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