Professional Certificate in Digital Curation Consulting
Published on June 23, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm thrilled to have Sarah, a seasoned digital curation consultant and instructor for our featured course, "Professional Certificate in Digital Curation Consulting." Sarah, could you briefly introduce the course and its main objectives? GUEST: Absolutely! The course is designed to help archivists, librarians, museum professionals, and information managers develop essential skills in metadata, digital preservation, and archiving strategies. We focus on best practices, policy development, data management, and long-term access solutions. HOST: That sounds fantastic! With the increasing importance of digital assets, what current industry trends are most relevant to this course? GUEST: A few trends stand out. First, the rise of cloud-based solutions for digital preservation. Second, the use of AI and machine learning to automate and enhance metadata creation. Lastly, the importance of integrating digital curation into overall organizational strategies. HOST: Interesting! I can imagine these trends present both opportunities and challenges. Can you share any specific challenges you've faced or observed in the field or while teaching this subject? GUEST: Sure. Staying up-to-date with rapidly evolving technologies can be challenging. Additionally, ensuring that digital preservation policies align with an organization's broader goals often requires careful negotiation and communication. HOST: Those are valid points. Looking ahead, where do you see the future of digital curation and consulting? GUEST: I believe we'll see even greater emphasis on collaboration between professionals in related fields, such as data science, IT, and legal teams, to address the complex challenges of digital curation. This collaboration will be crucial in ensuring the long-term accessibility and integrity of our digital heritage. HOST: Sarah, thank you for sharing your insights and experiences. It's clear that this course will equip learners with the skills they need to excel in digital curation consulting and make valuable contributions to their organizations. GUEST: Thank you! I'm excited to see how this course can empower professionals to manage digital assets effectively and contribute to the growing field of digital curation.
