Collections Assistant
We are looking for a collections assistant to assist the Collections Manager with all aspects of the care of the physical collection, including cataloguing, physical care, and a small amount of conservation work. The commitment is flexible according to the time available but not less than two days a month would be expected. The position calls for the ability to work on own initiative to a large extent.
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Oral History Team Leader
We are looking for an oral history enthusiast to lead the oralhistory team. We collect stories and memories of people who have experienced life on the London canals and associated history by recording interviews that are then added to the museum's collection. The team leader's role is to receive and investigate possible leads on candidates for interview, allocate interviewing to other team members as well as him or herself, and guide the work of the technical editor and transcriber
Oral History Technical Editor
You will need to be computer-literate to do this role as it involves editing the raw audio files collected by oral history interviewers to eliminate unwanted noises and digressions (e.g. interruptions, external noises, hesitation noises, repetitions) to produce agood quality recording suitable for publication where practicable. Previous experience with Audacity or similar software would be desirable
Oral History Transcriber
For reference, and for publication as an aid to hearing-impaired users, we create transcripts of oral history recordings. This involves listening and writing down what is said. It is a role that could be carried out from home if preferred.
Video Producer
We have an opportunity for someone with a mixture of technical and editorial and research skills to make a range of videos for the museum's Youtube channel and other platforms. An interest in canal history is important for this, as is the ability to do all the technical aspects of video making including adding subtitles, and editing. You would need to research the subject, write the script or outline, do the filming, and put the whole thing together. The videos will be mainly public education videos about canal history, although there is also an opportunity to make promotional material for the museum. You'll be expected to work on your own initiative but we will consider paying for equipment hire if necessary, and will meet any out-of-pocket expenses.
IT Support
We have a variety of IT systems and if you are good with computers, networking, and the maintenance of hardware and software, we'd like to talk to you. The amount of time needed will fluctuate, there will seldom be regular times or regular work. You will be prepared to come in when there ar problems to be solved as well as to do routine jobs. The time commitment is estimated at half aday a week but with many variations on that average figure.
