Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Ancestry
Job overview
The Archival Digitization Specialist at Ancestry is a temporary, project-based role focused on digitizing archival documents to support the company's mission of preserving family history.
Responsibilities and impact
The specialist will capture digital images of documents, perform quality audits, maintain data in spreadsheets, handle image transmission, conduct equipment maintenance, perform image enhancement, and manage project-related tasks.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a contract-based pay of $17 per hour and does not include Ancestry benefits.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have experience with digitization, archival documents, scanning and editing equipment, and a background in Photography, Library and Archives, or History; problem-solving and project management skills are essential.
Work environment and culture
Ancestry promotes an inclusive and diverse work environment valuing all perspectives, with flexible work options though this role requires on-site presence in Atlanta.
Company information
Ancestry is a global leader in family history with over 40 billion records and a large DNA network, dedicated to helping people discover and preserve their family stories.
Team overview
The role reports to the Domestic Remote Senior Imaging Manager and involves working independently on focused and repetitive tasks within a project team.
Job location and travel
The job is located in Atlanta, GA, requires on-site work Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5:30 pm, and is not eligible for remote work.
Unique job features
This is a temporary, contract-based position for 6-7 months focused on archival digitization with a strong emphasis on quality control and equipment maintenance.
Company overview
Ancestry is a leading global family history and consumer genomics company that helps people discover their family history and gain insights into their genetic heritage. They generate revenue through subscriptions to their genealogy research services and the sale of DNA testing kits. Founded in 1983, Ancestry has grown significantly, acquiring various historical records and databases to provide a comprehensive platform for users to trace their lineage and connect with relatives.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your technical skills with digitization equipment, archival document handling, and quality auditing, emphasizing your ability to manage detailed, repetitive tasks independently in a project-based environment.
Focus on showcasing experience in scanning, image enhancement, and equipment maintenance, as well as your organizational skills with complex data entry and spreadsheet management, as these are key responsibilities in the role.
Apply through multiple channels including Ancestry's official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure it reaches the right hiring managers.
Connect with current employees in Ancestry's Imaging or Archival divisions on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing Ancestry's mission of preserving family history or asking about their experience working on digitization projects to create genuine engagement.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords such as 'digitization,' 'archival documents,' 'quality audit,' 'image enhancement,' and 'equipment maintenance' to pass automated screening and highlight relevant expertise.
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