At History Factory, you won’t find big machines cranking out widgets and gadgets. Instead, you’ll work with smart, fascinating people doing interesting and unusual work—collecting, organizing and archiving materials found deep within a company’s history. Together, we interpret the gems of authentic content we find in a company’s past and develop programs to help chart its future.

  • Business Insights + Performance Research Intern

    Location: Remote|

    Published: February 15, 2024

    About History Factory

    History Factory is the brand heritage and archives agency that supports the world’s best enterprises to enhance and transform strategy, brand positioning, marketing, and communications that drive measurable results. For more than 40 years, History Factory has assisted organizations to employ their most underused asset – their history and heritage – to pursue their missions and fuel growth.

    Business Insights + Performance Intern Job Summary:

    Join History Factory as a Business Insights + Performance Research Intern and contribute to our dynamic team by conducting detailed fact-checking, editing transcripts for clarity, and providing valuable research support across diverse projects. Engage in sourcing pertinent images for content creation, efficiently manage and organize video files, and contribute to the seamless functioning of our department by taking on additional tasks as needed. This internship offers a unique opportunity to develop research skills while actively contributing to the success of History Factory's projects.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Conduct thorough fact-checking to ensure accuracy and reliability of information.
    • Edit and clean up transcripts for clarity and coherence.
    • Provide research support to assist in various projects.
    • Source relevant images for content creation.
    • Manage, organize, and tag video files, ensuring efficient retrieval and accessibility.
    • Perform additional tasks as assigned to support various departmental needs.

    Required Qualifications

    • Currently enrolled in a relevant academic program, pursuing a degree in journalism, history, library science, or a related field.
    • Understands and values diversity and the importance of inclusion as demonstrated through a commitment to apply and incorporate the differences, complexities, and opportunities that diversity brings to an organization
    • Strong attention to detail and commitment to ensuring the accuracy and reliability of information.
    • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to manage various research tasks concurrently.
    • Proficiency in editing and cleaning up transcripts for clarity and coherence.
    • Familiarity with image sourcing for content creation and an understanding of copyright considerations.
    • Basic knowledge of video file management, organization, and tagging.

    EEO and accessibility Statement

    History Factory is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, family medical history or genetic information, disability, past or present military service, or any other characteristics protected under the laws applicable in the locations where History Factory operates. History Factory will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

    History Factory is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].

    How to Apply

    Complete the application form using this link: https://historyfactory.applytojob.com/apply

    EEO and accessibility Statement

    History Factory is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, family medical history or genetic information, disability, past or present military service, or any other characteristics protected under the laws applicable in the locations where History Factory operates. History Factory will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

    History Factory is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].

  • Manager, Archives Operations

    Location: Chantilly, VA|

    Published: January 19, 2024

    About History Factory

    History Factory is the brand heritage and archives agency that supports the world’s best enterprises to enhance and transform strategy, brand positioning, marketing, and communications that drive measurable results. For more than 40 years, History Factory has assisted organizations to employ their most underused asset – their history and heritage – to pursue their missions and fuel growth.


    The Archives Lab has an immediate opening for a Manager, Archives Operations.


    The Manager of Archives Operations leads a team of approximately 5  staff to senior level archivists and is responsible for:

    • Co-administering archival projects with peer managers in the Archives department and promoting the application of policies and procedures with regard to processing and documenting archival materials.
    • Co-managing digital partnerships internally and externally, e.g., with digitization service providers, access technology development and support teams, etc., to extend the reach and impact of collections.
    • Assisting with the appraisal, organization, cataloging, and access of archival collections according to recognized standards.
    • Overseeing maintenance of the storage environment, equipment, tools, and related documentation in History Factory’s lab facility to ensure the preservation and security of collections.

    In addition to providing day-to-day leadership to members of the Archival Services team, the Manager collaborates closely with Archives department senior management and other department team leads and staff to implement processes and workflows that span across the departments’ functions to promote the discovery and use of collections.

    Key Responsibilities

    Managerial Responsibilities (30%)

    • Partner with Archives department managers to formulate procedures and strategic plans leveraging the collective expertise and capabilities of the entire team.
    • Provide comprehensive training to staff on the technical aspects of archival processing, archive policies, and data entry practices.
    • Conduct performance evaluations for direct reports in a timely manner and submit evaluations on time in accordance with company policy. 
    • Coach and mentor staff members to ensure their professional development and skill enrichment.
    • Cultivate an environment dedicated to continual learning, improvement, and professional development.
    • Actively engage and encourage staff participation in cross-functional department activities to foster a cohesive culture.
    • Promote collaborative relationships with other department team leads and staff to further integrate the Archives unit into History Factory’s organizational culture and overall operations.
    • Collaborate with other managers in the Archives department by providing regular financial, statistical, and narrative reports, as well as occasional reports required for special projects.

    Client Relationship Management: (5%)

    • Cultivate strong and collaborative relationships with clients, ensuring open communication and understanding of their needs and expectations.
    • Regularly engage with clients to assess satisfaction, gather feedback, and proactively address any concerns or challenges.
    • Demonstrate a client-centric approach by anticipating needs, providing tailored solutions, and maintaining a positive and responsive communication style.

    Project Management (20%)

    • Ensure project/department milestones and goals are met while adhering to approved budgets.
    • Manage project budgets efficiently.
    • Measure, track, and evaluate progress against project plans.
    • Conduct regular observations and inspections to monitor progress, quality, and conformance with project requirements, minimizing defects.
    • Provide clients with detailed reports on project progress, including schedules, activities, deliverables, and issue resolutions.
    • Facilitate project meetings, preparing materials related to agendas and objectives.
    • Collaborate with other managers to resolve deviations from project plans.
    • Contribute to the development and documentation of collections processing standards and procedures.
    • Prioritize and oversee digitization of collections, emphasizing increased online access to client materials.
    • Collaborate on the creation of digitization and digital asset management workflows for broad access to archival assets.
    • Work closely with Archives department senior management to assess and enhance service approaches continually.
    • Participate in multidisciplinary processes of innovation and modernization, supporting others in client engagement, discovery, and digital product development.

    Records Processing, Collection Management and Reference Support (45%)

    • Manage physical and born-digital acquisitions, including appraisal, transfer, data management, arrangement and description, storage, and end-user access.
    • Answer written reference questions relating to collections of which the incumbent has special knowledge.
    • Provide reference assistance to clients and internal users in person, as needed and assigned.
    • Collaborate with managers and staff to take a leadership role in establishing and maintaining well-organized and secure storage solutions for collections.
    • Prioritize the preservation, conservation, and security needs of the collections in consultation with the Senior Manager and other staff members.

    Required Qualifications

    • ALA-accredited Master of Library Science (MLS) with coursework in archives administration, or a graduate degree in history with a focus on economic/business history or related field.
    • Minimum 5 years of professional archival experience, including arrangement, description, preservation, and cataloging of corporate or institutional records.
    • Minimum 2-3 years of managerial experience.
    • Understands and values diversity and the importance of inclusion as demonstrated through a commitment to apply and incorporate the differences, complexities, and opportunities that diversity brings to an organization
    • Proficiency in archival research and reproduction procedures.
    • In-depth knowledge of information management principles, archival theory, methodology, practice, description standards, and electronic records management.
    • Proven ability to initiate, plan, coordinate, and execute projects of varying complexity.
    • Demonstrated success in leading diverse teams and collaborating with clients from diverse backgrounds.
    • Track record of successfully managing complex archival processing projects, from initial ingest to preparation for digitization.
    • Superior planning, decision-making, and problem-solving skills with excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
    • Competence in assessing project performance, analyzing budget data, and providing recommendations.
    • Effective communication of digital collection program concepts, interpretation of technical information, and implementation of technologies to support project objectives.
    • Ability to travel domestically.

    Tools & Technologies

    • Proficient in common office software, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, gSuite and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
    • Familiarity with archival collections management software tools, electronic document management systems, and digital asset management systems.
    • Skilled in using digitization equipment, such as digital cameras, camera stands, flatbed scanners, and image editing software.

    Work Environment

    • Work environment is an office setting (work station). Employees are not exposed to weather conditions and noise level in the work area is minimal.
    • Regularly required to sit for extended periods; walk; stand; drive; use hands to handle objects and feel controls; talk; listen; and possess vision capabilities that enable reading and viewing a computer screen
    • Must have the ability to lift and carry up to a forty-pound box.
    • Capable of climbing a ladder to retrieve materials.
    • Must be adaptable to work in varied environments, which may include exposure to dust and mold.

    How to Apply

    Complete the application form using this link: https://historyfactory.applytojob.com/apply

    EEO and accessibility Statement

    History Factory is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, family medical history or genetic information, disability, past or present military service, or any other characteristics protected under the laws applicable in the locations where History Factory operates. History Factory will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

    History Factory is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].

  • Staff Archivist

    Location: Chantilly, VA|

    Published: January 18, 2024

    History Factory is the brand heritage and archives agency that supports the world’s best enterprises to enhance and transform strategy, brand positioning, marketing, and communications that drive measurable results. For more than 40 years, History Factory has assisted organizations to employ their most underused asset – their history and heritage – to pursue their missions and fuel growth.


    The Archives Lab has an immediate opening for a Staff Archivist.


    The Staff Archivist will deliver innovative work in a diverse project environment that offers multiple opportunities for growth. The position will be responsible for the day-to-day provision of archival outsourcing services to one or several clients. Archival outsourcing is the management and/or improvement of activities related to a part or to the whole of archival program operation.


    Archives Lab team members can expect to:

    • Incorporate skills which support the management and maintenance services required to implement new archival solutions or maintain and improve existing archival programs for our clients.
    • Receive ongoing training to build and extend professional and technical skills in all areas.
    • Enjoy our comprehensive and generous benefits package.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Oversee the acquisition, processing and maintenance of collections of archival assets in digital and physical formats.
    • Create descriptive metadata that supports the discovery and identification of resources; including building taxonomies and controlled vocabularies
    • Perform activities necessary to conduct and manage digitization projects; including preparation of originals for digitization; project tracking; metadata creation and collection; and versioning.
    • Apply information retrieval techniques to meet the research and analysis needs of knowledge workers in diverse industries and business functions.
    • Curate and compile archival information on subjects, themes, and interests relevant to client operational and strategic processes.

    Basic Qualifications

    • ALA-accredited Master of Library Science (MLS).
    • Minimum of 1 year of experience in archives.
    • Knowledge of archival processing and digitization methods, procedures, and practices.
    • Applies principles of sound management to the administration of corporate and institutional archives.
    • Ability to interpret and apply data structure standards, data content standards, and data value standards.
    • Skill in developing information architectures and classification systems.
    • Curate and compile archival information on subjects, themes, and interests relevant to client operational and strategic processes.

    Preferred Skills

    • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
    • Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
    • Strong project management and organizational skills.
    • Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment.
    • Understanding of business parameters and drivers.
    • Ability to articulate technical issues in business terms and vice-versa.
    • Experience and knowledge of major archival management technologies (legacy and emerging) and desire to continue to broaden technology skills.
    • Understanding of, and ability to apply, modern business archives management concepts.
    • Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration in a professional setting.
    • Ability to work autonomously and independently, yet integrate appropriately with other areas within History Factory.

    Work Environment

    Work environment is an office setting (work station). Employee is not exposed to weather conditions and noise level in work area is minimal.


    Regularly required to sit for extended periods; walk; stand; use hands to handle objects and feel controls; talk; listen; and vision capabilities that enable reading and viewing a computer screen.


    Must be able to lift and carry a forty-pound box, climb a ladder to retrieve materials, and work in environments which may contain dust and mold.

    How to Apply

    Complete the application form using this link: https://historyfactory.applytojob.com/apply

    DO NOT USE THE "LET'S TALK" SECTION -- IT IS NOT THE APPLICATION

    EEO and accessibility Statement 

    History Factory is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, family medical history or genetic information, disability, past or present military service, or any other characteristics protected under the laws applicable in the locations where History Factory operates.  History Factory will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. 

    History Factory is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected]

  • Managing Editor

    Location: Washington, DC|Chantilly, VA|Remote|

    Published: March 10, 2023

    The Managing Editor serves as editorial lead on complex projects including content related to anniversary campaigns, publications, videos and exhibits. This position works to ensure editorial excellence through oversight of editorial operations and assists with talent recruitment and staff development. The Managing Editor also oversees editorial reviews of History Factory’s business development and marketing communications.

    Editorial Responsibilities

    • Provide developmental editing and line editing for publications, web content, exhibit content, marketing collateral and presentations
    • Oversee editing and proofreading by staff and contractors, providing coaching as appropriate
    • Work closely with researchers, fact-checkers, writers and designers to uphold editorial quality and consistency within and across complex projects
    • Review and implement manuscript and design revisions, counseling clients and colleagues as appropriate

    Operations, Administrative and Strategic Responsibilities

    • Track editing time and performance among copy editors
    • Coordinate recruitment and assignment of contract editors and writers
    • Collaborate with project managers and Sr. Manager of Creative Operations to resolve scheduling and resourcing conflicts
    • Follow best practices and share expertise and updates in support of organizational growth
    • Provide counsel on types of content and their applications, and best practices for content review

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    • Outstanding editing, writing, communication and analytical skills
    • Thorough understanding of professional editing and writing standards, methods and practices. Mastery of Chicago style and AP style is a must.
    • Strong business acumen and understanding of communications strategies that support corporate goals
    • Master’s degree in English, history or other liberal arts discipline preferred
    • Eight or more years of experience in editing business-related copy
    • Demonstrated strong writing ability
    • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal initiative
    • Possessing a high level of intellectual curiosity
    • Proven ability to anticipate issues and apply focused problem-solving skills in a deadline-intensive environment

    Job Relationships

    Reports to: Senior Manager of Creative Operations Interactions: History Factory personnel and external contractors, clients How to Apply Complete the application form using this link: https://wkf.ms/4413ztF DO NOT USE THE "LET'S TALK" SECTION -- IT IS NOT THE APPLICATION

    Americans with Disabilities Specifications

    Physical Demands Regularly required to sit for extended periods; walk; stand; drive; use hands to handle objects and feel controls; talk; listen; and vision capabilities that enable reading and viewing a computer screen. Ability to travel as needed. Work Environment Work environment is an office setting (work station). Employee is not exposed to weather conditions and noise level in work area is minimal. EEO and accessibility Statement History Factory is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, family medical history or genetic information, disability, past or present military service, or any other characteristics protected under the laws applicable in the locations where History Factory operates. History Factory will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. History Factory is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].