Film Archiving Technician

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 mcastillo@rielesgroup.com