TELEVISION
SPECIALIST ARCHIVIST: TELEVISION ARCHIVES
Scale code 401 – Position ID 60003434)
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
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The Archives Media Specialist is responsible for much of the day to day work
involving, films, videos, audio recordings and other media materials, dating back
many years, held by the Television Archives. This position is part of the Archives
team working with both Archives staff and in collaboration with Technical
Communications staff. This role emphasizes organizational, communication, and
customer service skills.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
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Manage and teach the application of standardized formal audiovisual metadata to
optimize their discovery and use
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Appraise, plan, recommend, and implement basic conservation measures for
audiovisual types held within the Archives
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Implement and cultivate asset and/or archives management databases for describing
audiovisual materials
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Perform and develop systems for prioritizing and preparing audiovisual materials for
digitization
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Develop workflows and procedures facilitating the inclusion of born digital audiovisual
materials into archives
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Increase outreach to stakeholders and record creators to enhance accurate
description and preservation of Laboratory audiovisual materials prior to archival
transfer
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Assist in Archives areas outside of audio-visual materials including some reference,
copy requests, acquisitions, exhibits, and other outreach activities
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
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Relevant Qualification in Archival Field
Five (5) years’ work experience in archival technology or related field.
Proficient with standard MS Office applications
Proven expertise in using and configuring asset and archives management tools
Expertise in legacy media and equipment as well as current technology.
Interested candidates must forward their applications with a concise CV to:
Manager: HR Shared Services
Email: <recruitmentHRSSC@sabc.co.za>
Closing Date: 22 July 2015
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company
policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal
applicants will be considered first before reviewing external applicants. If you have not had any
response within six weeks of the closing date, please accept that your application has been
unsuccessful.