Historical Research Specialist

Heritage Werks is the heritage agency for sports, brands and entertainment. We specialize in establishing and maintaining state-of-the-art archival programs and curating compelling content and narratives to fuel interactive experiences, new stadiums, corporate anniversaries, social/mobile content, exhibits, museums, storytelling campaigns and much more.

The Heritage Werks team combines the expertise of highly trained archivists with brand strategists and communicators who are experienced in working with the world’s most respected organizations. We fuel the way organizations connect with customers and communities and how employees connect with each other.

Some of the things you can expect working at Heritage Werks…

· Contributing to a fun, energetic and entrepreneurial team within a growing company.

· Training and development opportunities to support professional development and career growth.

· High level of autonomy with exposure to a variety of areas and industries.

· A history of proven success that drives the team forward.

POSITION SUMMARY

A Research Specialist is an expert history researcher and writer who completes research and writing/content projects for clients with a high degree of adaptability to daily demands.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate expertise in historical research and in adapting history topics for a variety of audiences. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Provide thorough and accurate historical research for clients as assigned, including collaborating with Historians, Archivists and other team members.

· Conduct research in: archival collections held at Heritage Werks; online repositories (including identifying appropriate resources as needed); public and academic libraries; published resources; and distant archives including public and client collections (occasional travel required).

· Complete research and other assignments to a high degree of professionalism including formatting, proofreading and providing research findings in appropriate templates; citing research sources as appropriate; helping to set standards and SOPs for appropriate sources to ensure accuracy; balancing thoroughness of research against time efficiency.

· Contribute to multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring successful execution of projects and delivering work on time and on budget.

· Execute additional projects as needed including creating content for exhibits, websites and other creative projects in close collaboration with Producers, Designers, Historians and others.

· Assist with administrative duties such as scanning, copying, etc., as needed, and additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

· Strong historical research skills with proven track record of working successfully with archival and primary sources as well as secondary sources, especially in 20th-century American history (MA or equivalent research-focused degree preferred but advanced undergraduate work with relevant work experience may be considered)

· Ability to speak and write knowledgeably about business history, history of science and technology, legal history and/or the history of popular culture all desirable

· Archival, library and/or museum experience/training preferred

· Flexibility and proven ability to shift priorities quickly

· Ability to work independently and to communicate needs, questions clearly and promptly

· Entrepreneurial spirit and intellectually curious, with inclination for creative problem solving

· Strong collaborator comfortable working in a hybrid (remote/in-person), structured, matrixed environment

· Copyediting training a plus

· Knowledge of project management software and principles a plus

· Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office products is critical

· Atlanta area candidates strongly preferred (role provides flexibility to work from home some days but access to the physical collections in our Atlanta area facilities is frequently required)

Benefits

This role offers a competitive compensation package and is eligible for participation in Heritage Werks’ comprehensive benefits programs, including:

· Heath, dental, vision and life insurance

· Short- and long-term disability

· 401k plan with company contribution

· Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

· Professional development opportunities

· Employee recognition and awards programs