Digital Publications Assistant

About the Clark

The Clark is a leading cultural institution and actively seeks employees who are energized and motivated by its dual mission as an art museum and a center for research and higher education, dedicated to advancing and extending the public understanding of art. The Clark’s mission and its geographical location define three essential aspects of its character and identity: the quality of its art, the beauty of its pastoral setting, and the depth of its commitment to the generation of ideas. Clark employees enjoy the opportunity to live and work in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts, a place of rich natural beauty, a dynamic environment defined by its deep cultural resources, and a region that is growing as both a center of innovation and a major tourist destination.

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Job Summary
The Digital Publications Assistant reports to both the library and publications department and is charged with creating and implementing a sustainable in-house digitization workflow and digital publications distribution plan, as well as improving access to the Clark publication backlist and outside born-digital and digitized material. This is a full-time, 18-month, term-limit project position, with the possibility of an extension pending appropriate funding.

Duties/Responsibilities
Library

• Establish best practices and workflows for digitization of library and archives material including copyright compliance, file specifications, quality assurance, image processing, and metadata creation or editing as needed.
• Ensure proper care and handling of fragile or damaged materials.
• Advise on digital collection development policies for both open access material and purchased content and the implementation of controlled digital lending procedures.
• Create project documentation and training materials for other library staff and interns.
• Other relevant duties as needed or required.

Publications

• Research publication and copyright status of Clark-published backlist/out-of-print titles.
• Propose and execute a plan for digitization of backlist titles and newly digitized materials.
• Evaluate and assist with relevant digital distribution for books and other materials.
• Consult and coordinate with managing editor and rights and image editor on intellectual property issues related to publication digitization.
• Potentially assist with Bloomberg App relative to the Publications Department editorial and project management.
• Other relevant duties as needed or required

Required Skills/Abilities

• Familiarity with library operations and/or publishing industry.
• Knowledge of relevant copyright regulations.
• Significant knowledge of and facility with various digitization tools and issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated cultural competency skills; demonstrated commitment to the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

Education, Training and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• Master’s degree or equivalent, or current enrollment in a master’s program preferred.
• 1-2 years’ relevant experience required.

Minimum Hourly Rate: $21.00

Physical Requirements 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 position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 

• Physical Demands:
  • Ability to sit at a desk/workstation and use a computer for prolonged periods of time.
  • Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally
• Work Environment: Work will be performed in an office/library environment and museum spaces. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Some overnight travel may be necessary.

Employment at the Clark is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant.

The Clark is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA). We strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds.

The Clark provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or transgender status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The Clark considers equivalent combinations of experience and education for certain jobs. All candidates who believe they possess equivalent experience and education are encouraged to apply.

 

Department: Library
This is a project position