Curator - Visual Documentation Project

Job Summary

12 month fixed term Curator position in support of the Visual Documentation Project focusing on the licensed and medal collections. The Curator's role will be to bring the documentation for these collections up to required standards.

Job Description

IWM holds some of the world's most significant collections relating to 20th and 21st century conflict. You will play a key role in improving the documentation and accountability of IWM's hazardous and licensed materials and medal collections, improving accessibility and meeting required standards. This is an opportunity to make a difference to how our audiences connect with these collections and the often deeply personal stories associated with them.

Job Requirements

Ensure that all records meet inventory standards.

Work with colleagues to standardise catalogue data to ensure it meets the needs of its users.

Work with colleagues to identify items for potential review.

Resolve object queries.

Enhance existing content and historical information in the object records.

Job Responsibilities

We would love to hear from you if you have:

• A degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent knowledge built up through experience
• A strong general grounding in the history and material culture of 20th and 21st century conflict
• A general understanding of IWM's remit
• Knowledge and experience of the legal, ethical and professional frameworks in which IWM operates
• Experience of collections review activity
• Experience of conducting research
• Experience of resource planning and delivery, including working to tight deadlines
• Working knowledge of a collections management system such as Axiell Collections
• Familiar with Microsoft Office, email and the internet

Desirable:

• Knowledge and experience of collections such as medals and currency