Celeste C.

About Celeste C.

I am an aspiring archivist passionate about preserving and providing access to historical records through thoughtful digitization and digital curation. Currently, I work at a local government records center, where I help manage, organize, and maintain public records that document our community’s history and operations.I am earning my Master’s in Library and Information Science, which is deepening my knowledge of archival practices, metadata standards, and digital preservation strategies. My professional interests include archival digitization, public access initiatives, and the intersection of technology and cultural heritage.I am dedicated to ensuring that records—both analog and digital—remain accessible and meaningful for future generations.

Experience

1. Record Center Assistant

   Pierce County

   Sep 2025 — Present · Tacoma, WA, US

   Project Completion: Led the digitization of large-scale plans for Facilities Management, making historical documents easier to access and preserve.Database Management: Oversee daily transactions for the Records Center, maintaining accurate and up-to-date information through high-volume data entry.Process Improvement: Partnered with IT to develop a new county-wide box intake system that increased efficiency and modernized record-keeping.Project Support: Manage large-scale records projects, including the organized intake of physical boxes and digital conversion tasks on tight deadlines.Team Collaboration: Coordinate with outside vendors to launch new electronic record systems and provide helpful guidance to staff on using new technology.

Education

• Dominican University

  Master of Library & Information Science - MLIS

• University of Mississippi

  Bachelor of Arts - BA