Audio Preservation Specialist

3 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom International Association of Sound and Audiovisual Archives Full time
Unlocking Our Sound Heritage Project

We are seeking an experienced Audio Preservation Specialist to join our team at the International Association of Sound and Audiovisual Archives.

This fixed-term position is part of the Unlocking Our Sound Heritage project, a collaborative effort between 11 national and regional partners across the UK. As an Audio Preservation Specialist, you will be responsible for producing high-quality digital transfers of audio materials, meeting international standards, and ensuring accurate metadata creation.

The ideal candidate will have a degree-level qualification in a relevant field and extensive experience in creating digital copies of audio recordings, as well as managing metadata related to digital audio resources. Familiarity with professional audio archival work, including obsolete sound carriers and contemporary digital formats, is essential.

Salary: £28,400 - £31,980 per annum, including London Weighting. This compensation reflects the expertise required for this role and is commensurate with industry standards.



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