Digital Imaging & Content Manager

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university a great place to work.

We are currently seeking a Digital Imaging and Content Manager to join the Digital Repository department within the USC Libraries. The position will be responsible for planning, designing, supervising, and coordinating all activities involved in the development and implementation of complex digital preservation and audiovisual digitization projects.

The Digital Imaging & Content Manager oversees the full lifecycle of audiovisual and film digitization projects, ensuring the highest archival standards while embracing emerging technologies. This role manages workflows that transform fragile analog and digital media into sustainable and accessible digital assets. The Digital Imaging & Content Manager will be required to manage multiple projects simultaneously, interact with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, and effectively lead a team of video archivists in the completion of digital preservation and digitization projects.

Required Qualifications :

• A Bachelor's degree in Media Management, Computer Science, Video / Audio production or a related field
• A minimum of 10 years of experience with computer software such as Microsoft Office, DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Creative Cloud, Avid, Pro Tools, ffmpeg, and project management tools (Jira, Asana, Notion, Airtable, etc.)
• Hands-on experience working with work orders, content delivery systems, digital asset management tools including software / hardware, media management software / hardware
• In-depth experience with various audiovisual file formats, codecs, and transcoding best practices
• The ability to develop and lead projects, communicate and report on developments, including cost and time estimations as well as timely progress updates.
• Ability to work well with the team of programs to mentor and share development ideas.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience supervising students and / or full-time employees in the field of digitization, digital asset management, and / or digital preservation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to lead team meetings, set meeting agendas and keep written notes, and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, extreme attention to detail and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Job Accountabilities :

Salary Range

The annual base salary range for this position is $113,547.52 - $125,000.00. When determining an offer, the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills, internal peer alignment , applicable laws, contractual requirements, grant funding, and market conditions.

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Minimum Education :

A Bachelor's degree in Media Management, Computer Science, Video / Audio production or a related field

A minimum of 10 years of experience with computer software such as Microsoft Office, DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Creative Cloud, Avid, Pro Tools, ffmpeg, and project management tools (Jira, Asana, Notion, Airtable, etc.)

Hands-on experience working with work orders, content delivery systems, digital asset management tools including software / hardware, media management software / hardware

In-depth experience with various audiovisual file formats, codecs, and transcoding best practices

The ability to develop and lead projects, communicate and report on developments, including cost and time estimations as well as timely progress updates.

Ability to work well with the team of programs to mentor and share development ideas.

A minimum of 8 years of experience supervising students and / or full-time employees in the field of digitization, digital asset management, and / or digital preservation.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to lead team meetings, set meeting agendas and keep written notes, and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Demonstrated organizational skills, extreme attention to detail and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

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