Manager Archive, APMG

Position Summary:

The Archive Manager is a critical member of the Archive Department and is responsible for the design and evolution of the APMG Archive and has direct oversight of many of the core functions of the day-to-day operations of the Archive. This position will have a broad perspective on all content produced by the American Public Media Group’s content areas, including MPR News, Classical MPR, The Current and our national portfolio of produced and distributed programs, and will work to create systems, projects, and relationships in service of the goals and mission of the individual business units as well as the umbrella organization, APMG.

Working with partners in Media Production, Broadcast Operations, Information Technology, Digital Products, Content, Legal, and other departments, this position will: evolve and identify the Archive’s philosophies, priorities and goals; design and execute against strategies, staffing needs, and budget criteria; design and manage projects, systems, and user experiences; and lead staff and interns/fellows to implement work plans.

The Archive Manager takes a lead role in developing, planning and implementing training sessions for APMG staff and regularly provides individual feedback and support to the Archive team. The Archive Manager is responsible for the transfer and review of materials and interview materials to local, regional, and national archive partners. The Manager is responsible for the continued growth and development of the institutional archive in accordance with the goals and priorities of the organization. In addition, the Manager plays an essential role in supporting the continued development of our public-facing archive portal and enhancing our audience experience in accessing and representing our archival content.

The Archive Manager will support APMG diversity and inclusion goals within and on behalf of the Archive team and will work to ensure the APMG Archive serves and represents new audiences and communities in alignment with our company values.  The Archive Manager will also focus on expanding community partnerships and increasing usage and accessibility of the APMG Archive materials while looking for new revenue opportunities.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor OR take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Location: St. Paul, Hybrid

Expected Compensation Range: $80,000 - $86,000/yr. Exact salary determined by experience and education related to the role, organizational compensation structure and internal equity.

Your Responsibilities:

 Daily Preservation of Broadcast & Digital Content

• Oversee the ingestion, organization, and long-term preservation of APM and MPR-produced content.
• Develop and implement best practices for digital asset management and metadata standards.
• Collaborate with Media Production, Broadcast Operations, Digital, Legal, and other departments to ensure seamless content archiving.
• Maintain and enhance archive systems for efficient internal and external content retrieval.
• Lead the Archives team in executing archival workflows, system updates, and preservation strategies.

 Preservation & Presentation of Historical and At-Risk Media

• Develop and oversee strategies for digitizing and preserving legacy and at-risk media assets.
• Support the evolution of public-facing archival access, enhancing audience engagement with historical content.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with regional and national archival institutions.
• Work with internal stakeholders to integrate archive initiatives into broader company objectives.

Revenue Growth & Strategic Development:

• Identify and pursue grant opportunities to fund preservation and digitization efforts.
• Develop revenue-generating opportunities through rights and licensing of archival content.
• Explore and implement new business models to maximize the value of archival assets.
• Collaborate with Development, Legal, and Finance teams to expand revenue streams.

Team Leadership:

• Manage, lead and train a team accomplished archivists working in audio, digital and object preservation, including:
  • 2 full time Audio Engineers
  • 1 part time Cataloger
  • Fellows and Interns as assigned

Qualifications:

• Experience in digital asset management, archival preservation, and media storage solutions.
• Strong project management and leadership skills, with experience overseeing teams.
• Knowledge of rights management, licensing, and revenue development strategies for archival materials.
• Familiarity with grant writing and fundraising in the archival or media space.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and drive strategic initiatives.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Study or demonstrated interest in Library Sciences, Communications, Computer Science or other related study.
• Minimum 4 years professional archives experience or equivalent, ideally with experience in digital preservation and/or rights management.
• Proficiency of current digital and physical media archival preservation and conservation best practices
  
  

Additional preferred skills:

• Media production experience preferred but not required
• Experienced interpersonal skills to work effectively and/or interact with the other archive staff, station employees, colleagues, industry representatives and cultural partners
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to build and maintain relationships with people at all levels of an organization.
• Interest in supporting the mission of APMG
• Organized, with keen attention to detail, and ability to multitask effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Flexible and adaptable to a growing, changing organization.
• Able to self-direct in completing projects.
• Effective communication skills – whether that’s in writing, phone or in person.
• Experience with organizational social media representation or management.
• A familiarity with AMPG programming or an eagerness to learn.

Reporting To This Position:  

• 2 full time Audio Engineers
• 1 part time Cataloger
• Fellows and Interns as assigned

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: 

• This is a hybrid role based in our St. Paul, MN headquarters. Employee is expected to be onsite a minimum of 60% of time.
• Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
• Physical Demands: 
• Required to move about in an office environment and sit for extended periods of time
• Required to move about in the community
• Frequent use of hands for data entry/keystrokes and simple grasping.  
• Working Conditions: 
• Moderate noise level

• Occasional exposure to prevalent weather conditions

APMG offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical plans with HSA and FSA options, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave and Paid Caregiver Leave after 1 year, Vacation (3 wks./per year, pro-rated, based on hours worked), Sick time (12 days, pro-rated, based on hours worked), Holiday Pay (10 holidays 2 floating holidays each year), Volunteer Time (8 hours per year), Long-Term Care and Critical Illness insurance options, Employee Assistance Program, 403(b) Retirement Plan, and more.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

We are committed to hiring a breadth of diverse professionals and encourage members of diverse groups to apply.

Salary : $80,000 - $86,000