Shawn Schollmeyer serves as the Washington Digital Newspapers Coordinator at the Washington State Library, where he plays a pivotal role in advancing the preservation and accessibility of historical newspapers through innovative digitization projects. With a robust background as an award-winning Senior Digital Asset Manager, Shawn...
Shawn Schollmeyer serves as the Washington Digital Newspapers Coordinator at the Washington State Library, where he plays a pivotal role in advancing the preservation and accessibility of historical newspapers through innovative digitization projects. With a robust background as an award-winning Senior Digital Asset Manager, Shawn brings a wealth of expertise in digital asset management, particularly within the library and heritage sectors. His leadership in implementing the LSTA-funded program for community digitization projects in 2015 has been instrumental in fostering collaboration among cultural institutions across the state, ensuring that local histories are preserved and made accessible to the public.
In his current role, Shawn is responsible for creating and managing vendor contracts for digitization services, ensuring that all processes align with the stringent standards set forth by the Library of Congress. His meticulous approach to contract management and digital conversion workflows has streamlined the digitization process, allowing for the efficient upload of new content to the State Library’s hosting website. Shawn's expertise extends to multimedia preservation, where he employs his knowledge of taxonomy and archiving to enhance the discoverability and usability of digital collections.
As a subject matter expert in newspaper preservation, Shawn is dedicated to promoting the importance of historical newspapers as vital resources for research and education. His collaborative efforts with various cultural institutions not only enrich the digital landscape of Washington State but also contribute to a broader understanding of the region's history. Through his commitment to excellence and innovation in digital asset management, Shawn Schollmeyer continues to make significant strides in the preservation of Washington's rich heritage.
