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Design Records Specialist

Muncie, IN · On-site

$38K - $42K/yr

... Archives of the Built Environment according to professional and national standards to provide discovery and access for users; participate in and support the acquisition and digitization of ...

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How much do archival digitization jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for archival digitization in Indiana is $69,256.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,900.00 and $79,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is archival digitization?

An Archival Digitization job involves converting physical records, documents, photographs, and other historical materials into digital formats for preservation and accessibility. Responsibilities typically include scanning, cataloging, metadata creation, and ensuring the integrity of digital files. Professionals in this field work with libraries, museums, government agencies, and other institutions to safeguard valuable collections. This role requires attention to detail, proficiency with scanning equipment and software, and knowledge of archival best practices.

What does someone in archival digitization do?

In an archival digitization role, your daily tasks will often involve preparing historical documents or media for scanning, operating specialized imaging equipment, and meticulously entering metadata to ensure accurate digital records. You’ll also review and follow strict preservation guidelines to protect fragile materials while collaborating closely with archivists, librarians, and IT staff. Depending on the project, you may assist in troubleshooting technical issues, managing digital file organization, or contributing to online access platforms. The role often requires both independent focus and teamwork to meet project deadlines and quality standards.

What skills and qualifications are needed for archival digitization?

To excel in Archival Digitization, you should have expertise in handling archival materials, attention to detail, and knowledge of preservation and digitization standards, typically supported by a background in library science, archival studies, or information management. Familiarity with digital imaging equipment, metadata standards (such as Dublin Core), and digitization software is important, as are relevant certifications like Certified Archivist or experience with content management systems. Strong problem-solving skills, patience, and effective communication help professionals manage complex projects and collaborate with colleagues. These abilities ensure materials are accurately preserved, digitized, and made accessible for future research and use.

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Infographic showing various Archival Digitization job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,256 per year, or $33.3 per hour.

Archival Digitization Specialist- Elkhart, IN

Ancestry

Elkhart, IN • On-site

$20/hr

Part-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

About Ancestry:


When you join Ancestry, you join a human-centered company where every person’s story is important. Ancestry®, the global leader in family history, connects everyone with their past so they can discover, preserve, and share their unique family stories. With our unparalleled collection of more than 65 billion records, over 3.5 million subscribers, and over 27 million people in our growing DNA network, customers can discover their family story and gain a new level of understanding about their lives. Over the past 40 years, we’ve built trusted relationships with millions of people who have chosen us as the platform for discovering, preserving, and sharing the most important information about themselves and their families.
We are committed to our location flexible work approach, allowing you to choose to work in the nearest office, from your home, or a hybrid of both (subject to location restrictions and roles that are required to be in the office- see the full list of eligible US locations HERE). We will continue to hire and promote beyond the boundaries of our office locations, to enable broadened possibilities for employee diversity.
Together, we work every day to foster a work environment that's inclusive as well as diverse, and where our people can be themselves. Every idea and perspective is valued so that our products and services reflect the global and diverse clients we serve. 
Ancestry encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. Passionate about dedicating your work to enriching people’s lives? Join the curious.

Ancestry is looking for a project-based temporary Archival Digitization
Specialist to work on a contract basis in Elkhart, IN. We ask that you are a
technical person with experience working with digitization, archival
documents, and goal oriented projects. You are efficient, show great care
for detail, and are accustomed to independent work in an environment that
handles focused and repetitive tasks. This is a part-time opportunity working
Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, 20-30 hours a week and will last 9 - 12 months. You will report to the Domestic Remote Senior Imaging Manager. This is not a work-from-home position. This position is contract-based and is not eligible for Ancestry benefits.
Compensation will be $20 per hr.
Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment background check.

What You Will Do:

  • You will capture digital images of documents as specified by our company
  • You will perform quality audits on each roll that have been scanned before transmission
  • You will report progress and quality audit notes and enter data into spreadsheets (can maintain complex spreadsheets)
  • You will initiate and maintain responsibility of the delivery or transmission of images to the corporate office
  • You will perform regular equipment maintenance functions, and coordinate for machine maintenance with third-party hardware service providers
  • You will perform basic image enhancement and file organization tasks
  • You will maintain professional relationships with partners that protect the image and mission of Ancestry.com
  • You will be expected to do various miscellaneous tasks related to the projects, as they arise.

Who You Are:
  • You can manage several projects and determine project urgency in a practical way
  • You have experience anticipating problems, and finding creative ways to solve them
  • You have experience with scanning and editing equipment, procedures and materials
  • You have experience with Photography, Library and Archives, or History background

Additional Information:

Ancestry is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. In addition, Ancestry will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

All job offers are contingent on a background check screen that complies with applicable law. For candidates who live in San Francisco, CA, pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Ancestry will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Ancestry is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Ancestry via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Ancestry. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Ancestry as a result of the referral or through other means.

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