Content Metadata Specialist

Description

The Content Metadata Specialist is responsible for engaging with digital media suppliers and coordinating the delivery and upload of supplier metadata and content files (eBook, audiobook, and video) to an OverDrive database. The main day-to-day responsibility of the Specialist is to vet and prepare assets received from suppliers for import into OverDrive systems. The Specialist also addresses publisher questions, creates and maintains publisher documentation and coordinates the timely and recurring upload of content to the OverDrive system.

Responsibilities:

• Aggregate, normalize, and assure quality of supplier metadata to comply with OverDrive cataloging standards.
• Use existing systems to import publisher content into the distribution center ensuring that deadlines are met.
• Work with suppliers addressing questions and / or issues with ingestion, metadata or format files utilizing a support ticket management system to track asset deliveries and projects.
• Communicate supplier concerns and requests to technical staff.

Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree in related field, or equivalent experience.
• 0 - 3 years of related experience.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, proofreading and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
• Understanding of web-browsing and Internet use.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; emphasis on Excel skills.

What's Next:

As you've probably guessed, OverDrive is a place that values individuality and variety. We don't want you to be like everyone else, we don't even want you to be like us-we want you to be like you! So, if you're interested in joining the OverDrive team, apply below and tell us what inspires you about OverDrive and why you think you are perfect for our team.

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