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Video Archivist Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Establish, build, and maintain a comprehensive Digital Asset Library, including video cataloging, B-roll management, and digital archiving systems * Oversee and validate metadata tagging, closed/open ...

Technical Media Manager

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

$125K - $145K/yr

Establish, build, and maintain a comprehensive Digital Asset Library, including video cataloging, B-roll management, and digital archiving systems * Oversee and validate metadata tagging, closed/open ...

Conduct archival research and provide transcription services to create historical products.Other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):Proficient in operating digital video ...

... archival research and provide transcription services to create historical products. * Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): * Proficient in operating digital video camera ...

Motion GEOINT Analyst

Springfield, VA · On-site

$75K - $105K/yr

Provide real-time 24/7/365 motion video exploitation in a shift work environment. * Provide ... Archive System (MAAS), IEC, RemoteView, ARCGIS, and Falconview. * Deliver products including ...

Foreign Media Analyst

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

$115K - $140K/yr

Overview Foreign Media Analyst (DTRA PAO) Bowhead is seeking a Foreign Media Analyst and Video ... archive of media summaries and reports * Other duties as assigned Qualifications * Bachelor ...

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How much do video archivist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for video archivist in Virginia is $72,157.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $82,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a video archivist do?

A Video Archivist is responsible for organizing, preserving, and managing video collections for institutions such as media companies, museums, libraries, or archives. They digitize old footage, catalog materials with metadata, and ensure proper storage to prevent deterioration. Additionally, they may assist researchers or production teams in locating specific video assets. Their work helps maintain historical and cultural records for future access.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a video archivist?

A Video Archivist should have a solid grasp of audiovisual preservation, cataloging standards, and metadata management, ideally holding a degree in library science, archival studies, or a related field. Familiarity with digital asset management systems, video editing software, and archival database tools is often required, and certifications like a Digital Archives Specialist (DAS) can be beneficial. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication help them work efficiently and collaborate with creative teams or researchers. These competencies are vital for accurately preserving, organizing, and retrieving video assets to support organizational goals and long-term content accessibility.

Infographic showing various Video Archivist job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,157 per year, or $34.7 per hour.

Technical Media Manager

Bowhead

Fort Belvoir, VA

$120K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Overview

Technicla Media Manager (DTRA PAO)

Bowhead is seeking a Technical Media Manager for the upcoming DTRA PAO contract in Fort Belvoir, VA. In this role, you will bridge production and distribution by maintaining the agency's Digital Asset Library, managing metadata compliance, and optimizing interactive multimedia interfaces to support DTRA's digital communication mission.

Responsibilities
  • Establish, build, and maintain a comprehensive Digital Asset Library, including video cataloging, B-roll management, and digital archiving systems
  • Oversee and validate metadata tagging, closed/open captioning, and search indexing prior to formal content ingestion
  • Implement and administer a standardized digital routing workflow, ensuring products move through required editorial, OPSEC, and PAO checkpoints
  • Implement and maintain analytics tracking, custom event triggers, and API integrations to monitor user engagement
  • Design and optimize intuitive, interactive multimedia interfaces across digital platforms
  • Ensure all interactive features comply with Section 508 accessibility standards and WCAG 2.1 guidelines
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Management, Digital Media, Library Science, or related field
  • 5-10 years experience in digital media asset management or metadata governance
  • Strong proficiency with digital archiving systems and metadata tagging standards
  • Experience implementing workflow systems for content approval routing
  • Familiarity with Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 compliance requirements
  • Ability to produce analytics reports and implement event-based user tracking
  • Understanding of OPSEC review and DoD public release protocols
  • Experience supporting multimedia-rich environments

Physical Demands:

  • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
  • Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
  • Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level.  US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

Target salary is $120,000- $145,000 commensurate with experience

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

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Employment Type: FULL_TIME