Emma Carter

• Phone: +353 87 123 4567
• Email: emma.carter@email.com
• Location: Dublin, Ireland
• LinkedIn: emma-carter-library

Summary

Six years of experience in library and information science, specializing in the cataloging, preservation, and accessibility of diverse media collections. Successfully implemented a new digital asset management system, improving search efficiency by 30% for archival film and audio resources. Proficient in metadata standards and collection development, ensuring robust and user-friendly access to information.

Experience

Senior Media Collections Specialist, National Library of Ireland -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2020 – present

• Managed the acquisition, cataloging, and preservation of over 5,000 unique audio-visual materials annually, including rare historical recordings and contemporary Irish cinema.

• Led a project to digitize 1,500 hours of analog audio tapes, resulting in increased public access and long-term preservation of vulnerable content.

• Developed and maintained metadata schemas (MODS, Dublin Core) for digital collections, enhancing interoperability and discoverability across platforms.

• Provided expert reference services for researchers accessing specialized media archives, contributing to 15+ academic publications.

Library Assistant - Media Services, Dublin City Libraries -- Dublin, Ireland

Jan 2018 – Aug 2020

• Assisted in the processing and organization of new media acquisitions, including DVDs, CDs, and graphic novels, for 20+ branch locations.

• Managed inter-library loan requests for media materials, fulfilling an average of 150 requests per month with a 95% success rate.

• Provided technical support to patrons utilizing public access computers and multimedia equipment, resolving 30+ daily inquiries.

• Contributed to the development of promotional materials for media collections, increasing circulation by 10% for new releases.

Education

University College Dublin, MLIS in Library and Information Studies -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2017 – Aug 2018

Trinity College Dublin, BA in English Literature -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2014 – June 2017

Skills

Library Systems & Tools: KOHA, WorldCat, Alma, Primo, DSpace, Omeka, ContentDM, MARC21, AACR2, RDA

Media Management: Digital Preservation, Audiovisual Cataloging, Metadata Standards (MODS, Dublin Core, PBCore), Digital Asset Management (DAM), Archival Practices, Rights Management

Technical Skills: Digitization Workflows, Optical Character Recognition (OCR), Audio/Video Editing Software (Audacity, DaVinci Resolve basics), Database Management, Microsoft Office Suite

Librarianship & Research: Collection Development, Reference Services, Information Literacy Instruction, User Experience (UX), Scholarly Communication, Copyright Law, Project Management