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Archive Researcherfor international productions

Searches film, TV and photo libraries for archive footage and images and logs rights and costs.

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What does an archive researcher do?
Searches film, TV and photo libraries for archive footage and images and logs rights and costs.
How do I hire an archive researcher for international productions?
Browse the Archive Researcher profiles on Crew Collective, check credits, showreels and availability, then send an enquiry from the profile. References checked on a profile means staff have confirmed their credits with at least 3 industry references. If you need a full unscripted production team, list the roles in one enquiry.
What else is an archive researcher called?
Depending on the production and country, the role is also known as footage researcher, picture researcher, stock footage researcher.
Which department does an archive researcher work in?
Archive Researcher sits in the Unscripted Production department. Producers, directors and researchers who develop and make reality, documentary, factual, game, talent, travel and food programmes.