5-9 Side . Newcastle upon Tyne. NE1 3JE VAT Registration Number: 992143213 +44 (0)191 232 2000 +44 (0)191 232 2208 www.amber-online.com
VOLUNTEER ROLE: Archival Imagery Digitisation & Conservation Volunteer
Role Purpose
Tasks
To assist in the digitisation of the AmberSide print, film, video, slide and document collection as part of the Heritage Lottery funded AmberSide Access and Engagement Project
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Skills & Qualities
Digital scanning of still and moving imagery via specialist scanning equipment; Digital cleaning of imagery using specialist computer software; Cataloguing and database administration; Print, slide and document conservation
Essential: • Reliable and trustworthy; • Ability to work in a methodical manner; • Patience working on repetitive tasks; • Eye for detail; • Interest in imagery; • Computer literate; • Good listening skills; • Able to work as a team and independently Desirable: • Experience handling negatives and photographs; • Excellent typing skills; • Knowledge of scanning software and previous scanning experience; • Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom; • Experience of using Microsoft Excel and databases; • Experience of using Apple Mac computers
Ellin Hare • Kerry Lowes • Sirkka-Liisa Konttinen • Graeme Rigby • Peter Roberts • Annie Robson • Peter Scott • Kate Siou
Amber Film & Photography Collective CIC . Registered in England . No: 7218282 Registered Office: 5-9 Side . Newcastle upon Tyne . NE1 3JE
Time Commitment
A minimum of 6 hours per week, available in 3-hour sessions. (10am -1pm & 2pm-5pm)
Support & Training
Training and support will be provided regardless of experience and knowledge but tailored to individual needs. The volunteer will work one to one with a supervisor.
Expectations
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Willingness to abide by organisational policies Willingness to use available support systems Co-operation with administrative tasks Commitment to attend on-going training
Salary
As this a volunteer role, we are unable to offer a wage but travel costs will be covered.
Location
AmberSide, 5-9 Side, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3JE
Supervisory Team
Peter Scott, Laura Laffler, Magnus Dennison,
Apply
Please send a covering letter detailing why you would like to volunteer for this position and include a relevant skills and experience CV to: Kerry Lowes (Volunteer Coordinator) Amber Film & Photography Collective CIC 5-9 Side Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3JE Or email: kerry.lowes@amber-online.com
Ellin Hare • Kerry Lowes • Sirkka-Liisa Konttinen • Graeme Rigby • Peter Roberts • Annie Robson • Peter Scott • Kate Siou
Amber Film & Photography Collective CIC . Registered in England . No: 7218282 Registered Office: 5-9 Side . Newcastle upon Tyne . NE1 3JE