Special Collections Archivist I: Study Photos & Discovery

Posted 9 days ago

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About the role

The Getty Research Institute is seeking a limited-term Special Collections Archivist I to enhance description and discovery of the study photograph collections in the historic Photo Archive. The Archivist will upgrade 90+ stub records to DACS-compliant finding aids and perform basic collection maintenance, MARC updates, and packing for off-site move. This 30-month term requires knowledge of Western art history and cataloging standards; a graduate degree in Art History or Library & Information

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