A/V Archivist, Special Collections Librarian

Posted 9 days ago

greater western library allianceHouston (TX)

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About the role

The University of Houston Libraries seeks a collaborative and resourceful Audiovisual Archivist to work in Special Collections, supporting teaching, learning, and scholarship through priority collections in university archives, energy and sustainability, Houston and Texas history, and more. Reporting to the Head of Special Collections, the role develops policies and workflows for audiovisual stewardship and ensures long-term access, with KUHT and KUHF collections as primary focus;

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