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PHELELANI FRANCIS NTSIKITHI

• Digital Archivist

• Clarendon, Pietermaritzburg-KwaZulu-Natal

• 076-***-**** **************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

• Highly skilled Digital Archivist with over 11 years of experience in the preservation, management, and accessibility of digital and physical archives. Adept in metadata creation, cataloging, and digitization of various historical and research materials. Passionate about safeguarding valuable collections while adhering to industry best practices and modern preservation standards. AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• Archival & Digital Preservation

• Proficiency in handling high-end archival devices (Scamax Overhead Camera, Fuji Scanner, Atiz)

• Systematic archival arrangement and preservation methodologies

• In-depth knowledge of digital imaging standards and restoration techniques Technology & Software Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite

• Adobe Acrobat & Creative Cloud Suite

• Media Pro, Lightroom, Capture One

• Data analysis & spreadsheet management

Interpersonal & Soft Skills

• Critical thinking & problem-solving

• Leadership & mentorship

• Effective communication

• Ability to adapt to evolving technologies & methodologies WORK EXPERIENCE

• Africa Media Online

• Digital Archivist July 2007 – Present

• Evaluate, prepare, and digitize historical records with precision.

• Implement advanced metadata standards to enhance archive accessibility.

• Process and enhance digital images using Media Pro, Lightroom, and Adobe Suite.

• Ensure the safe handling and preservation of fragile materials duringdigitization.

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• Archiving Contractor March 2013 – June 2013

• Organized and digitized archival records for secure storage and easy retrieval.

• Operated Bizhub Scanners and Digital Storage Devices for preservation purposes.

• Maintained detailed records of invoices, procurement files, and critical documents.

Additional Expertise

• Environmental site maintenance and gardening to uphold cleanliness and aesthetic standards.

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

• Higher Certificate in Information Technology

• Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology 2019

• Matric (Grade 12)

• Msimude High School

• 2001

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

• Microsoft Office Certification Tembelethu Training Institute

• Introduction to Preservation Digital Imaging Standard Africa Media Online

• Metamorfoze Standard Implementation Africa Media Online

• Driver’s License (Code 10 - C1)

Work4ALiving Certifications

• 3E

• Introduction to Computing Systems, Internet & Email

• Microsoft Word & Excel Basics

• Graphic Design for Non-Designers

EduCourse Certification

Data entry course Certificate

Intro to html basic Certificate

General cleaner course Certificate

Microsoft word Certificate

Excel verified Certification

Digital Marketing course certification

MAJOR PROJECTS & CONTRIBUTIONS

• Notable Achievements in Archival Work

• 2023: Digitized University of KwaZulu-Natal Archives

• 2022: Processed archival collections for The Wykeham Collegiate

• 2021: Managed Michaelhouse digital preservation project

• 2019: Contributed to Mayibuye Archives, Constitutional Court Archives, Johannesburg Art Gallery

• 2018: Digitized and structured ANC Archives at the University of Fort Hare

• 2017: Developed an archival catalog for St. Andrew’s College

• 2007: Initiated the Rhodes University Archives project REFERENCES

• Mrs. Nelisiwe Ngcobo 060-***-****

• Mr. Gordon Hinde 072-***-**** 033-***-****

• Mr. Nkanyiso Ngcobo 066-***-****

• Mr. Bandile Sizani 079-***-****

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