Become a Sourcerer and get paid to go to local archives.

Sour•cer•er : noun : a Sourcery user who provides scans requested by a Researcher

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Become a Sourcerer and...

Subsidize your own research

Claim jobs at archives you already visit to help support your own research.

Explore institutions and collections

Discover a variety of archives and materials as you fill different jobs.

contribute to the research ecosystem

Help researchers access archival materials and help repositories expand their reach.

Advance your skills

Increase your archival experience in a structured environment.

Set your own Schedule

Choose your jobs, make appointments, and head to the archives when it's best for you.

Make Extra Money

Can't forget the bottom line!  Each completed job guarantees $58 in your pocket.

Here's how:

1

Review handbook

Read up on Sourcerer best practices to prepare for your first job.

2

Claim job

Decide which job is right for you and then claim it.

3

Prepare for visit

Consult the holding institution's website and Sourcery job instructions. Make an appointment if necessary.

4

Scan!

Visit the archive, collect materials, and use your mobile device or digital camera to create reference-quality scans.

5

Prepare and submit PDF

Create a single, collated PDF that reflects the order of materials. Upload directly in Sourcery. That's it!

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Want more details? Check out our Sourcerer Handbook

Why you'll love it

Sourcerers enjoy working in archives, encountering new material, and setting their own schedules.

I love engaging with materials I never would see otherwise.  

August 27, 2025

Meagan S.

Ph.D. student, History
Fordham University

You don’t have to be a specialist. You get to be archivally curious.

June 30, 2025

Brandon H.

MLS Graduate
Library professional

Sourcerers need to have a solid understanding of proper archival etiquette and best practices for handling archival materials. These skills are typically gained in advanced coursework in the humanities or information science. Check out our Sourcerer Handbook for a full list of responsibilities and required skills.

You'll also need a mobile device or digital camera capable of taking reference-quality scans and collating a single PDF.

Additionally, Sourcerers need to be eligible to work in the United States and receive a 1099 tax document.