RFP Archival Assessment - The Amsterdam News
(August 14, 2025)
Supervisor Title (All entry and mid-level position supervisors should be qualified, professional archivists.)- Emily Kahn (Executive Director)
Position Type - Part-time, term
Benefits - No
Hourly wage range - $41 - $45
The New York Preservation Archive Project (NYPAP), on behalf of The Amsterdam News Educational Foundation with AYON Studio and Jerome Haferd Studio, is seeking an experienced archivist or archival team to conduct a comprehensive assessment of historical materials housed in the New York Amsterdam News Headquarters. This Harlem-based collection includes newspapers, photographs, research materials, and artifacts reflecting over a century of Black history and journalism.
Location: On-site work in Harlem, NY
Budget: $40,000 ($40-$50/hour up to 1,000 hours)
Duration: Approx. 12 months
Deadline: September 15, 2025
Ideal candidates will have archival experience related to African American heritage and a background in large-scale archival assessments. BIPOC professionals and those with lived or scholarly experience in Black culture and history are strongly encouraged to apply.
More info: www.nypap.org | @nypap_org
https://www.nypap.org/request-for-proposals-archival-assessment-new-york-amsterdam-news-headquarters-harlem-ny/
Proposals should include:
1. Cover letter (max 2 pages)
2. Description of qualifications and relevant experience
3. Project methodology and proposed timeline
4. Budget estimate
5. CV/resume(s) of project personnel
6. Two references from similar projects
7. (Optional) Work samples or portfolio
To Apply please send above to ekahn@nypap.org
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