Digital Transitions is a small dynamic company with offices in NYC, LA, and DC. We provide hardware, software, and services to clients in two primary domains: photography (where we sell cameras and related accessories), and digitization at museums, libraries, public archives, and corporate archives (where we sell hardware, software, and services). We are a person-focused organization, which embraces a long-term-sustainable work-life balance in which after-hours emails are extremely rare, and vacation time is actually taken and respected. Our positive work environment, strong management, and amazing clients have led to consistent growth, high talent retention, and market success over our 20-year history.

Digital Transitions is currently hiring for positions within our service teams. Please continue reading to learn more about these positions and apply via the links.

Object/Art Handler – Contract Position

DT Heritage, a leading heritage digitization company, is seeking a short-term (3-4 month) opportunity to work with DT Heritage and our clients on one-of-a-kind cultural heritage materials. This role will be primarily responsible for handling photographs as part of a large-scale digitization project. In this position, you will have the chance to learn about historical photographic processes, archival materials handling, and cutting edge instant-capture digitization techniques. Students who are pursuing cultural heritage careers and are looking for experience in a real-world cultural collections environment are encouraged to apply.

This position is full time and lasts from June 1 – August 31, with a potential for extension through September 29.  To apply, submit a PDF resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line “NATGEO HANDLER”.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Handle and transport fragile archival materials
• Work with a digital imaging specialist to create digital surrogates of archival objects
• Provide quality control assistance for digital surrogates as necessary
• Data entry and database cleanup duties as necessary
• Handle and support objects of varying fragility with care throughout the imaging process
• Track and maintain pace of prepared objects with production rate of the Digital Imaging Specialist
• Maintain and track systemic organization of material using previously established workflows
• Communicate with the Digital Imaging Specialist throughout the production process
• Communicate with PA/DT’s Project Managers about production goals and needs.
• Align with production expectations throughout the project

PLEASE SEND YOUR RESUME TO [email protected]

 

Graphic Designer

At Digital Transitions, we see graphic design storytelling that engages, informs, and inspires. We’re looking for a full time talented graphic designer who can take concepts and ideas and create visual representations, in both electronic and print media. The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of current design software and WordPress, and be skilled in every step of the design process, from concept to final deliverable. Collaborating with multiple teams across the company, the graphic designer should be able to take written or spoken ideas and convert them into a design that connects. The successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of branding and marketing, and be able to find the right style and layout for every project.

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Head of Digitization Operations (HDO) for DT Heritage

Over the past two years we have seen significant growth in our Film Scanning and Artificial Intelligence offerings, and will be starting several large-scale digitization jobs in the near future. We are seeking an experienced manager to be our new Head of Digitization Operations (HDO) to smoothly manage our business through our next and future phases of growth.

The HDO will be backed by a strong team both within DT Heritage and from Digital Transitions, but is ultimately responsible for all digitization operations.

Operations responsibilities include:

• Production Oversight – In coordination with the Project Managers, the HDO will oversee all ongoing digitization projects for both locations.
• Process Management – In coordination with the Product Manager and R+D, the HDO will ensure processes and procedures are codified in SOPs that are followed company wide.
• Scheduling & Forecasting – In coordination with the sales team and project managers the HDO will maintain a unified projection of project timelines and resource needs. The HDO will assign projects, allocating the appropriate Project Managers, Capture Technicians, and physical resources.
• Talent Development – When HDO forecasts the need for additional staff, they will be responsible for that hiring process. In coordination with HR, Support Team, and R+D departments, the HDO will ensure new staff are properly onboarded, and existing staff are given the opportunity to grow their skillset, including annual performance reviews.
• Facilities Management – In coordination with Ownership the HDO will assess and implement required upgrades to the physical environment and equipment inventory of the division. In coordination with the Project Managers the HDO will ensure the facilities maintain a safe, organized, and clean working environment that matches the prestige and professionalism of the clients we serve.
• Travel – Some digitization is performed on location at clients domestic and foreign. Estimated travel days per year: 10 to 20.

PLEASE SEND YOUR RESUME TO [email protected]

 

Financial Controller

We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller who will be responsible for the accurate and timely  financial management of the organization. The successful applicant will be responsible for accounting  operations, production of periodic financial reports, and maintenance of accounting records.

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Object/Art Handler

We are looking for an Object/Art Handler for our Chantilly, VA location.

Qualifications and Experience

• Previous exposure to and knowledge of working within museums, libraries, and archives required. Experience with natural history collections preferred.
• Knowledge of Mac operating systems and associated software and hardware.
• Highly organized, self-motivated with ability to work both supervised and unsupervised.
• Great communication skills and ability to work with others.
• Primary Duties and Responsibilities
  • Handle and support objects of varying fragility with care throughout the imaging process
  • Prepare specimen trays for the Digital Imaging Specialist and barcode the trays using already generated barcodes and established conventions
  • Identify “hero” objects as needed.*

  *Further instruction will be provided about how to identify hero specimens at the beginning of the project

  • Track and maintain pace of prepared objects with production rate of the Digital Imaging Specialist
  • Maintain and track systemic organization of natural history specimens in trays and drawers throughout the intake, production, and post-production stages using previously established workflows
  • Communicate with the Digital Imaging Specialist throughout the production process
  • Communicate with PA/DT’s Project Managers about production goals and needs.
  • Align with production expectations throughout the project

PLEASE SEND YOUR RESUME TO [email protected]

 

 

Digital Imaging Specialist at DT Heritage

DT Heritage is seeking a candidate to become a part of our digital services division, DT Heritage, as a Digital Imaging Technician at the Los Angeles: Culver City location.

About DT Heritage:

DT Heritage is a small dynamic company of 25 employees with offices in NYC, LA, and DC. We photo imaging services to clients to the heritage space including but not exclusive to museums, libraries, public archives, and corporate archives. DT Heritage’s parent company Digital Transitions is world renowned for providing best in class imaging solutions to the same markets we provide our service offerings to. We are a person-focused organization, which embraces a long-term-sustainable work-life balance in which after-hours emails are extremely rare, and vacation time is actually taken and respected. Our positive work environment, strong management, and amazing clients have led to consistent growth, high talent retention, and market success over our 19 year history.

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Digitization Solutions Specialist (Technical)

Job Description

As the Digitization Solutions Specialist (Technical) for Digital Transitions, you will be responsible for offering professional one-on-one technical consultation to our clients during the sales process and installation and training services post-sale for imaging solutions within the heritage market.  This position focuses on utilizing Digital Transitions’ hardware and software products to provide creative workflow solutions based on the clients’ needs.  The additional responsibilities also include, but are not limited to, equipment testing, email and phone support, and technical sales support.

This position is public-facing.  We are looking for someone who can think critically and can communicate technical photographic information to various stakeholders who have different knowledge levels.  We are looking for a team-oriented person willing to grow with the department and our company.

Job Type

• Full Time (Onsite)
• NY, NJ, VA, LA
• Hours:  9-5:30 PM local time, Monday to Friday

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If you have any questions about the above positions or are unsure what might be the best fit, please contact us for additional details.