Film Archiving Technician
Job Location:
Culpeper, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Posted:
15 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline:
12 January 2027
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Film Archiving Technician Culpeper VA
Film Archiving Technician Motion Picture Film Archiving Project Culpeper VA
Location: Culpeper VA
Worksite: Library of Congress Packard Campus 19053 Mt. Pony Road Culpeper VA 22701
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Anticipated Start Date: November 12 2026
Contract: Base Year Four Option Years
Position Type: Full-Time
Position Overview
RieLes Group is seeking 2 Film Archiving Technician to support the Library of Congress Motion Picture Film Archiving Project at the Library of Congress Packard Campus in Culpeper Virginia
Perform hands-on archival processing of historic motion picture film. The work requires film handling and identification skills condition assessment rehousing and accurate inventory documentation.
Core responsibilities:
Inspect film cans and reels; identify titles reel numbers and film element types using labels documentation and film bench inspection
Document condition concerns including shrinkage and vinegar syndrome; rehouse films using Library-provided archival cans
Label and barcode items enter inventory and metadata and place completed materials on designated shelves for Library staff
Maintain processing counts and quality records support progress reporting and follow approved workflows and safe handling procedures
Qualifications:
Demonstrated motion picture film identification handling and inspection expertise including the ability to distinguish negatives prints soundtracks and other production materials
Knowledge of archival organization and description basic preservation practices accurate data entry and effective communication
Minimum six months of experience in a library or archives environment performing similar tasks; ability to lift up to 35 pounds
Preferred: certificate or degree in Film Preservation or Moving Image Preservation or four years of relevant film collection experience
Requirements:
Updated Resume; relevant film processing experience; interest; availability; and willingness to work onsite in Culpeper
Please send me your most updated resume to
Film Archiving Technician Motion Picture Film Archiving Project Culpeper VA
Location: Culpeper VA
Worksite: Library of Congress Packard Campus 19053 Mt. Pony Road Culpeper VA 22701
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Anticipated Start Date: November 12 2026
Contract: Base Year Four Option Years
Position Type: Full-Time
Position Overview
RieLes Group is seeking 2 Film Archiving Technician to support the Library of Congress Motion Picture Film Archiving Project at the Library of Congress Packard Campus in Culpeper Virginia
Perform hands-on archival processing of historic motion picture film. The work requires film handling and identification skills condition assessment rehousing and accurate inventory documentation.
Core responsibilities:
Inspect film cans and reels; identify titles reel numbers and film element types using labels documentation and film bench inspection
Document condition concerns including shrinkage and vinegar syndrome; rehouse films using Library-provided archival cans
Label and barcode items enter inventory and metadata and place completed materials on designated shelves for Library staff
Maintain processing counts and quality records support progress reporting and follow approved workflows and safe handling procedures
Qualifications:
Demonstrated motion picture film identification handling and inspection expertise including the ability to distinguish negatives prints soundtracks and other production materials
Knowledge of archival organization and description basic preservation practices accurate data entry and effective communication
Minimum six months of experience in a library or archives environment performing similar tasks; ability to lift up to 35 pounds
Preferred: certificate or degree in Film Preservation or Moving Image Preservation or four years of relevant film collection experience
Requirements:
Updated Resume; relevant film processing experience; interest; availability; and willingness to work onsite in Culpeper
Please send me your most updated resume to
Required Experience:
IC