Scrapbooking - Organize Newspaper articles

About the Role

We are seeking volunteers to help organize our physical newspaper collection. This role supports our records and aids potential donors in understanding our work, helping to keep our free programs running.

Responsibilities

• Cut up specific newspaper articles from a ready pile.
• Ensure the year and date are visible on each article; write it on the article if missing.
• Communicate with our director for questions or additional information.
• Place articles in clear plastic sleeves if needed.
• Organize articles in designated boxes with dividers by year, using visible labels alongside articles.
• Digitize articles by scanning them to a computer in the same order as the physical book.
• Name digital files in the format YYYY-MM Article Name.jpg (e.g., 2023-10 Community Event.jpg).
• Place digital files in virtual folders by year (matching the physical boxes) in our designated G Drive folder.

Requirements

• Very organized with a love for labeling and/or color coding.
• Proficient in reading both English and Spanish (optional).
• Know how to use the scanner on an Epson printer.
• Familiar with Google Drive and/or computers.

Schedule

• Work any amount of hours you prefer.
• Flexible options: take work home or work during our open hours on-site.
• May work alone or with a couple of other people.

Benefits

• All necessary supplies provided.
• Letters for community service hours available (minimum 48 hours).