James Scott Studio
Los Angeles, Los Feliz
We are seeking a detail-oriented archival professional to assist with organizing and inventorying the archive of filmmaker and visual artist James Scott. A large collection of materials recently relocated from Europe to Los Angeles, the collection includes extensive journals, sketchbooks, production documents, photographs, film-related materials, and other ephemera spanning several decades of artistic practice.
Many materials are intended for eventual donation to the Academy of Motion Pictures, requiring thorough, museum-standard inventory and documentation.
This role requires not only strong archival handling skills but also a keen eye and curatorial sensibility when navigating creative materials. The archive contains layered working documents — drafts, notebooks, preparatory sketches, production files, and related artifacts — and the assistant will be expected to make informed decisions about categorization, grouping, prioritization, and the level of descriptive detail warranted for particular items.
The assistant will work closely with the studio to develop logical systems of organization while exercising independent judgment when navigating large quantities of material.
Responsibilities:
Conduct detailed, item-level inventory of journals, sketchbooks, production files, film materials, and related documents
Assess condition and flag preservation concerns
Develop organized, standardized digital inventory records
Maintain archival handling best practices
Assist in preparing materials for institutional donation
Qualifications:
Background in archival studies, museum studies, art history, art preservation, or related field
Experience working with special collections, artist archives, or museum/library collections
Highly detail-oriented, methodical, and able to work independently
Strong organizational skills and curatorial judgment
Details:
Two-week paid trial period
15–20 hours per week
Duration: 1–6 months (dependent on volume of materials)
Los Feliz, Los Angeles
To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to:
jamesscottassistant@gmail.com
Salary: $25 – $30, hourly
Benefits: N/A
Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree
Deadline to apply: April 1, 2026
Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter
How to apply: To apply, email your resume and cover letter to:
jamesscottassistant@gmail.com