Digital Archivist

Digital Platforms
Written By Thomas Kurtz

Also known as: Media Archivist, Institutional Archivist

What this role does
Preserves recordings, documents, and institutional history for future access and use.

Day-to-day work includes

  • Cataloging audio/video assets

  • Managing metadata systems

  • Supporting researchers and staff

  • Ensuring long-term preservation

Skills

  • Archival practices

  • Attention to detail

  • Metadata standards

  • Audio/video literacy

Music background?
Strong advantage

Typical entry path
Digital Projects Coordinator → Archivist

Salary
$65k-$90k

Related roles
Director of Digital · Library & Archives Manager

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