Date:         Fri, 11 Aug 2006 14:22:53 -0500
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Subject:      JOB POSTING: Audio Specialist - Gospel Music Restoration Project
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The following position is now posted at Baylor University (Waco, TX). See
links below for more information.

VACANCY NO: S000372
POSITION TITLE: Audio Specialist - Gospel Music Restoration Project
DEPARTMENT NAME: Electronic Library - Resources and Collection
PURPOSE: This position specifically supports the mission by working on
Baylor University's Gospel Music Restoration Project, a privately funded
project. The Audio Specialist will digitize and document rare, fragile, and
sensitive audio materials (primarily, but not limited to, vinyl sound discs)
according to current standards, guidelines, and best practices for
digitization and preservation. This position is grant funded and scheduled
to end June of 2008.

QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's degree equivalency in audio production or
related field is required with at least three years of experience in audio
studio or audio archive. Knowledge is required in the following areas: audio
recording and digitization techniques, audio equipment operation,
maintenance, handling and caring for recordings, specialized equipment used
for audio preservation and digitization, digital signal processing, and
historic audio formats. Additionally, candidates must have strong
organizational skills, effective oral and written communication skills,
demonstrated computer skills as well as the ability to work independently. A
Bachelor's degree with five or more years of experience is preferred as well
as the knowledge of the recommended practices and guidelines for archival
restoration and transfer of sound recordings. Interested persons are asked
to please submit a resume and letter of interest along with the Baylor
application form. (for office use only; PO ID #103869)

SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience

complete job description:
http://tinyurl.com/z2z4p

to apply online:
http://tinyurl.com/ly3ph


Sha Towers
Music and Fine Arts Librarian
Crouch Music and Fine Arts Library
Baylor University
One Bear Place #97148
Waco, TX 76798

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