The library and information world is varied and wide ranging. Many jobs no longer have the word 'library' or 'librarian' in them. There has been a growth in electronic and digital libraries. You may see the following job titles in advertisments:
- Information Manager
- Internet Librarian
- Knowledge Assistant
- Learning Advisor
- Web Developer
What skills will you need?
You will need the ability to:
- develop the specialised subject knowledge of the sector you work in
- understand and use appropriate technology and systems to select, organise and find material relevant to your users
- keep up to date with advances in technology and social media
- develop the information literacy of your users
- produce information alerting services
- work as part of a team
- use effective communication and interpersonal skills
- deliver high levels of customer service skills
Where are you likely to work?
Library and information professionals work in a variety of sectors. They include:
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