Digital Asset Librarian

The Digital Asset Librarian at Kasian is tasked with managing and organizing digital assets such as images, documents, and videos. You will oversee the Digital Asset Management (DAM) platform, Kontainer, to ensure proper categorization, storage, and accessibility of files. Additionally, you'll manage metadata, enforce version control, supervise long-term storage, define access permissions, and collaborate with other teams to enhance workflows.

To be considered for the Digital Asset Librarian position at Kasian, a Bachelor’s degree in library science, Information Management, Architecture, or a related field is essential. Experience with Digital Asset Management systems, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are also important. Knowledge of metadata standards and familiarity with architecture-related workflows is a plus.

While the Digital Asset Librarian role at Kasian allows for a hybrid work environment, which means you can work remotely, being located in or near one of our major city centers is beneficial. This flexibility is designed to facilitate collaboration and connection with team members across various time zones.

The Digital Asset Librarian at Kasian supports collaboration by ensuring that digital assets are easily accessible and properly categorized. You will work closely with design, marketing, and project management teams to facilitate smooth communication and sharing of digital content, thus enhancing project workflows.

As a Digital Asset Librarian at Kasian, you will have multiple opportunities to grow professionally. You’ll engage with diverse sectors and cultures, receive support for career development, participate in social events, and stay current with industry trends and best practices, allowing you to continually improve your skills and knowledge in digital asset management.

When answering this question, highlight specific experiences you’ve had with DAM systems, particularly if you’ve worked with Kontainer. Discuss any challenges you faced and how you resolved them, as well as how you optimized workflows for better efficiency.

To answer effectively, explain your understanding of metadata standards and the importance of consistency. Provide examples of processes you’ve implemented to ensure high-quality tagging and tracking, showcasing your attention to detail.

When asking this question, share a story that highlights your collaborative skills. Describe the project, your role, and how you facilitated effective communication and workflow among team members to achieve shared goals.

Discuss any resources or methods you employ, such as industry publications, webinars, or networking events. This shows your commitment to continuous learning and improvement in your field.

Explain processes you’ve used for version tracking, such as establishing naming conventions and documenting changes. Discuss how you’ve trained users or implemented systems that help prevent confusion over asset versions.

Detail your training approach, whether it’s through one-on-one sessions, workshops, or creating user manuals. Highlight your communication skills and how you tailor training outcomes based on team member needs.

Share a specific example that details a bottleneck you identified in a workflow and the steps you took to improve efficiency, including any tools you used or processes you created.

Discuss an obstacle you encountered, such as technology limitations or organizational resistance. Include your problem-solving techniques and how the experience enriched your understanding of DAM.

Detail your understanding of security best practices in digital asset management. Talk about permissions management, data encryption, or any protocols you’ve implemented to ensure the integrity of sensitive materials.

Share your perspective on important qualities such as attention to detail, organizational skills, adaptability, and strong communication. Use this moment to reflect your alignment with Kasian’s values and the role.