Are you passionate about great storytelling, about exploring the issues that matter, about pushing the boundaries in new audiovisual experiences? So are we. As Canada’s public producer and distributor, the National Film Board has been telling the country’s stories and pioneering breakthroughs in virtually every field of audiovisual content since 1939. But to do this, we need a team that truly reflects the richness and diversity of Canada. If you’d like to be a part of this team—and part of the NFB’s incredible legacy—we’d love to hear from you.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Rehouses, describes and catalogues artifacts and textual and iconographic documents, actively contributing to the preservation and management of collections. Analyzes requests for NFB artifacts and archival documents, does contextual research, prepares and digitizes relevant records. Coordinates the circulation of physical documents and updates relevant databases. Manages collection loans and circulation and ensures proper preservation encapsulations. Enriches the collection through archival arrangement and description of assets and assists in showcasing NFB materials.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for handling requests for archives assets or artifacts; identifies work to be completed and establishes priorities based on requirements and deadlines.
Carries out the archival processing for textual, graphic and audiovisual elements, as well as artifacts, including rehousing, updating inventories and descriptions in databases.
Conducts contextualizing research, responds to various requests and carries out the handling, digitization and storage of artifacts, including photographs, drawings, artwork, textual records and audiovisual materials.
Evaluates archival assets from holdings as well as internal transfers; participates in the selection process for assets to be integrated into the collection.
Manages the circulation of material between clients and the external warehouse; documents their circulation in the relevant databases.
Collaborates on preparing procedures, guidelines and other documents related to the management of information, archival assets and artifacts; helps ensure implementation and compliance.
Handles requests for internal and external loans and, as required, assists with the planning and development of artifact displays.
Executes loan agreements and coordinates the care, transportation and storage of collection artifacts, including liaising with partners and completing condition reports.
Completes encapsulation projects and develops custom housing solutions for various collection items.
Prepares statistics and collaborates in drafting periodic reports on the sector’s activities.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
College diploma in Archival Science, Museum Studies, Information Science or a related field;
Minimum three (3) years of relevant experience in an archive service, museum or similar institution;
Good knowledge of archival description rules and conservation standards;
Good knowledge of archival and museum collection management and digitization standards;
Excellent knowledge of Canadian media history;
Proficiency in the official languages (French and English), both orally and in writing.
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Ability to lift and move materials (weighing up to 40 lbs) is required;
Ability to manipulate delicate objects with dexterity;
Initiative, autonomy, adaptability, strong customer-service orientation and inclination for collaboration;
Excellent interpersonal communication skills;
Sound judgement, adaptability and excellent ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, with an organized, structured and rigorous approach to work;
Intellectual curiosity, ability to quickly learn new office software and technological tools.
The NFB is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce that’s reflective of Canadian society. It promotes initiatives such as employment equity and encourages candidates to voluntarily indicate in their cover letter if they are a woman, a member of a First Nations group, Inuk, Métis, a person with a disability, or a member of a visible-minority group.
The NFB is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. Feel free to advise us of any accommodation needs.
Please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.