07/08/2025
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Oral History Project Assistant (Remote, Hourly), The Atelier 17 Project
The Atelier 17 Project, Inc. is a nonprofit research initiative dedicated to preserving and promoting the legacy of Atelier 17, the influential printmaking studio founded by Stanley William Hayter (1901–1988). Honoring the studio’s centennial in 2027, we are conducting a series of oral history interviews with former members of the Atelier 17 studio. These interviews occur virtually and last for approximately 1 hour.
Position Overview:
We seek a detail-oriented Project Assistant to manage the post-production workflow of our recorded interviews. Working closely with the Executive Director, artists, interviewers, and an AV editor, the assistant will ensure timely delivery of high-quality transcripts and media files.
Key Responsibilities:
Media Coordination
- Download RAW audio and video files from Riverside after each interview.
- Organize and transfer files to the designated AV editor, maintaining clear naming conventions.
Transcript Production
- Import final edited video into Descript and generate an initial automated transcript.
- Review and refine the automated transcript for accuracy, with special attention to technical printmaking terminology and French-language names/phrases.
- Flag ambiguities or questions for follow-up with the interviewer or artist.
Stakeholder Review Cycle
- Circulate draft transcripts to the Executive Director, interviewer, and artist; track comments and incorporate revisions until the transcript is approved.
- Maintain version control and a status log for each interview.
Project Tracking & Documentation
- Track the progress of each oral history interview, outstanding tasks, and due dates.
- Ensure we have signed release forms from both interviewers and artists.
Qualifications:
- Project & Workflow Management: Proven ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines with exceptional attention to detail.
- Technical Proficiency: Comfort working in cloud-based environments (Google Drive, Descript, etc.). Familiarity with Descript and Riverside.fm
- Language & Communication: Excellent written English and strong proofreading skills. Working knowledge of French pronunciation and vocabulary is a plus.
- Subject Matter Familiarity: Knowledge of twentieth-century printmaking and modernism to ensure accurate use of terminology, names, and context during transcript review.
Time Commitment:
- Workload may vary month-to-month, based on the schedule of oral history interviews.
- Schedule is flexible but must accommodate prompt turnarounds after interviews.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Hourly rate based on experience (please include desired rate in your application).
- Flexible remote work environment.
- Opportunity to contribute to a landmark centennial research initiative and deepen expertise in modern printmaking history.
How to Apply:
Please email the following to [email protected] with the subject line “Oral History Project Assistant – [Your Name]”:
1. Brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and availability.
2. Résumé/CV (2 pages max).
3. Reference from previous employer may be requested, after interview.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
