Job Opening Title:
Private collection temporary archivist
Name of Employer:
John Jochem
Job Site Location (City AND State):
Libertyville, IL
Application Deadline:
10/31/2026
Minimum Degree Requirement:
None
Years of experience required:
None
Salary Range:
Negotiable
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Job Description (if URL to posting not available). Include instructions for how to apply:
Private collector is seeking archivist for temporary, short-term project. Located in the northern Chicago suburbs, this is a collection of memorabilia related to Chicago blues music. The collection consists of over 1,000 items, including vintage photos, posters, autographs, musical equipment, ephemera and personal effects of blues musicians. The owner of the collection is utilizing a collections management software platform to photograph, annotate and itemize each item to build a database. The eventual goal is to provide online access to the database, using functionalities of the collections management software program. While this is a paid temporary position, the job could serve as a graduate program capstone project focused upon preservation of cultural artifacts related to blues music with a particular focus upon Chicago blues. Depending upon the hours negotiated and pace of work flow, it is estimated that the project may require only several weeks for completion. Ability to travel to Libertyville, IL is required. Prior archival and collections management experience preferred but not required.
Applicants can apply by sending an email of interest to John Jochem at jdjochem@gmail.com.