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Richemont

Digital Archivist

New York, NY · On-site

$100K - $110K/yr

... the documentary production of the company within the framework of the records management ... S. archives which may be of interest to the general history of the Maison * Assist in tracking ...

Mizuho Bank, Ltd.

Trade Finance Product

New York, NY · On-site

$106K - $170K/yr

... assist structuring of documentary and standby letters of credit including back-to-back SBLCs and ... To be one of GTBA's primary points of contact for inquiries regarding trade finance products ...

Smosh

Production Manager

Los Angeles, CA

Function as Assistant Director on Set - Lead scripted shoot days, managing the set effectively ... documentaries, photoshoots, digital content, social media, music performances, and music videos.

Smosh

Production Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

Function as Assistant Director on Set - Lead scripted shoot days, managing the set effectively ... documentaries, photoshoots, digital content, social media, music performances, and music videos.

Smosh

Production Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Function as Assistant Director on Set Lead scripted shoot days, managing the set effectively ... documentaries, photoshoots, digital content, social media, music performances, and music videos.

Smosh

Production Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Function as Assistant Director on Set - Lead scripted shoot days, managing the set effectively ... documentaries, photoshoots, digital content, social media, music performances, and music videos.

Alchemy

Alchemy Marketing Internship

Overland Park, KS

$14.25 - $19/hr

Company Description Alchemy specializes in cinematic narratives and story-driven documentaries in a ... Be a production assistant in various roles when needed on set, roles such as craft services, props ...

Alchemy

Alchemy Marketing Internship

Overland Park, KS · On-site

Company Description Alchemy specializes in cinematic narratives and story-driven documentaries in a ... Be a production assistant in various roles when needed on set, roles such as craft services, props ...

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How much do documentary production assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for documentary production assistant in the United States is $18.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Documentary Production Assistant job?

A Documentary Production Assistant supports the production team in organizing and executing various tasks during a documentary shoot. Responsibilities may include coordinating schedules, assisting with equipment setup, securing locations, managing release forms, and providing general on-set support. They may also handle administrative duties such as research, logging footage, and arranging transportation. This role requires strong organizational skills, adaptability, and a keen interest in documentary filmmaking.

What types of tasks can I expect to handle daily as a Documentary Production Assistant?

As a Documentary Production Assistant, your daily responsibilities may include assisting with equipment setup and breakdown, coordinating logistics for location shoots, managing release forms and paperwork, and supporting crew members with various on-set tasks. You may also be tasked with researching story elements, logging video footage, or helping organize interviews and schedules. This role is highly collaborative and often requires flexibility in tackling both creative and administrative duties. By working closely with directors, producers, and other crew members, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience that can help you build a strong foundation for a career in film and media production.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Documentary Production Assistant position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Documentary Production Assistant, you should possess strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and a foundational understanding of film or video production—often supported by a relevant degree or coursework. Familiarity with equipment like cameras, audio recorders, lighting gear, and editing software such as Adobe Premiere or Final Cut Pro is usually expected. Excellent communication, the ability to multitask, and a proactive, team-oriented mindset are standout soft skills for this role. These competencies are crucial for efficiently supporting production teams, adapting to shifting schedules, and ensuring the smooth operation of documentary projects.

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Digital Archivist

Digital Archivist

Richemont

New York, NY • On-site

$100K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Richemont rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Who are we?
A High Jewelry Maison with a strong heritage who promotes exceptional know-how in an enchanting and creative environment. Our Maison is looking for talented individuals who contribute to developing and transmitting their expertise with care and no compromise. At Van Cleef & Arpels you will be surrounded by passionate experts and will contribute to many new projects which allows our Maison to regularly reinvent itself. At Van Cleef & Arpels, we are proud to hire talents from many different backgrounds and experiences. We believe that when diversity and inclusion are fully embraced and empowered, creativity and knowledge emerge to deliver excellence.
Are you a good match?
The ideal candidate for this role will have a Masters degree in Information Science or Archives and Preservation with at least 5 years experience in similar projects. You will have the ability to read handwritten script/cursive is required, as well as have the ability to move heavy boxes. You will be self-motivated with excellent time management and organizational skills with accurate attention to detail, and have the ability to handle multiple project simultaneously. The candidate will be proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite. Interest and experience in art history a plus, and French language skills strongly preferred. The ability to travel locally as needed.
What are we expecting from you?
The archivist helps to elaborate the general inventory, collect, preserve, communicate, and enhance the archives collection. Their main mission is to identify, classify, and preserve the historical archives; and organize the documentary production of the company within the framework of the records management (management of the current and intermediate archives). They will report to the Director, Archives & Heritage and be based in New York City.
In this role, you will:
Responsibilities:
Manage and enhance the digital archives
  • Maintain the growing digital archives and ensure the long-term stability and security of the files
  • Implement a digital preservation system
  • Create a precise report on the volume of the digital archives
  • Assess the files types and storage usage regularly
  • Working with the Collections Archivist, identify physical archive collections that need to be digitized
  • Oversee digitization projects by providing instructions on file naming and handling instructions to the vendor
  • Be the point of contact for the vendor on all questions that arise from the digitization process
  • Quality control and rename digital file as needed
  • Work with HQ Archives Department to upload approved U.S. digital archives into database
  • Work on creating and updating the metadata for digital archives

Enhance the archives
  • Write finding aids using a controlled vocabulary thesaurus in collaboration with local and HQ Archives team
  • Ensure preservation conditions and the collection's integrity are respected

Research & Transmission
  • Work closely with HQ Archives team on research requests
  • Independently research areas within the U.S. archives which may be of interest to the general history of the Maison
  • Assist in tracking research requests for internal statistics
  • Give internal presentations on the archive collections and archival methodologies used

Records Management
  • Collect digital born documents from various departments of the Maison in collaboration with HQ Archives team

More than a role...we recruit for a career!
By joining Van Cleef and Arpels, you will be part of a Maison where employee career development is at the heart of our ambition. Upon your arrival, you will be immersed in our enchanting world with trainings on our history, know-how as well as trainings about our creations.
The recruitment process:
Please submit an application on-line. If your profile matches our search criteria, you will be contacted by the Talent Acquisition team for an interview. The recruitment process will consist of several interviews at various levels of the organization. Applicants must have valid work authorization for employment in the USA. Salary will be negotiated based on skills and prior work experience.
Richemont offers a generous compensation and benefits package for eligible employees.
Expected Salary Range- $100,000 -$110,000 yearly.
This role is annual bonus eligible.

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