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Archive Researchers

This page ranks archive researchers across the Creativepool network - freelancers, contractors and permanent-seeking talent alike. Results are ordered by portfolio strength, engagement, client ratings and how recently each profile has been active, so you reach people who are both good and reachable.

How to choose

Shortlist on portfolio, not job title.

Judge on portfolio relevance first, then recent activity and client recommendations. Brief two or three archive researchers with the same outline so you can compare approach, timeline and rate on equal terms before you commit.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

01What does an archive researcher do?

The scope of an archive researcher varies by individual, so the portfolio is the best guide to fit - look for projects close to your brief in sector, format and ambition rather than relying on the job title alone.

02Should I hire an freelance or permanent archive researcher?

Freelancers suit defined projects, overflow and specialist one-offs; permanent hires suit ongoing work and team continuity. Many archive researchers on Creativepool are open to both - each profile states availability and the type of work they take.

03How do I choose the right archive researcher?

Shortlist on portfolio relevance first, then check recent activity, client recommendations and ratings. Brief two or three candidates with the same outline so you can compare approach, timeline and rate fairly.

04How are archive researchers ranked on this page?

By a weekly-refreshed composite of editorial standing, portfolio depth, engagement, client recommendations and recent activity - so active, well-regarded archive researchers appear first.

05How do I get listed as an archive researcher?

Create a Creativepool profile, set your role and availability, and upload your strongest work. Listings are free; an active, complete profile with client recommendations ranks higher.

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Angelika Pirkl

Freelance Picture Researcher at Igloo Picture Research, Norwich + London

#1 ranked Picture Researcher

Hello, I'm Angelika Pirkl, a UK-based freelance Picture Researcher and Art Buyer specialised in history, vintage photography and the arts. I have over 15 years' experience in the image licensing industry, helping clients find the perfect pictures for their projects. I can provide meticulous picture...

Picture Researcher, Picture Editor, Archive Researcher
London: United Kingdom, Norwich: United Kingdom
Norwich + London: United Kingdom

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Richard Kroll

Picture Researcher at Richard Kroll Research, Nyack

- My passion and expertise is creative problem solving with sedulous craftsmanship. I provide game-changing informational and visual research for clients in graphic design, film & TV, exhibition design, interactive media, book publishing, and advertising, including Imaginary Forces, Siegel + Gale,...

Print Buyer, Researcher, Archive Researcher
Nyack
Nyack: United States

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Roxana Portase

Post Production Supervisor, London

Amazing at all things post, from archive research and clearance to compliance and deliverables, a hardcore documentary Post Production Supervisor currently bored af.

Archive Researcher, Post Production Producer, Post Production Coordinator
London: United Kingdom, Leicester: United Kingdom, Manchester: United Kingdom
London: United Kingdom

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Masha Stoyanova

Picture Researcher at The Great Courses, Fairfax

I am an expert image researcher with ten years of experience acquiring assets for commercial and non-profit projects. My main job is licensing images and footage for an educational video production company, and I've also cleared visuals for museums and academic publications. My background is art...

Picture Researcher, Archive Researcher, Researcher
Fairfax
Fairfax: United States

Looking for work

Portfolio

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John Davies

Photographer / Digital Image Library Manager at Heni Publishing, Great dunmow

Innovative Senior Photographer with over 12 years of experience and ability to leverage strategic vision, business acumen, and artistic talent to deliver high-impact marketing, print-design, and e-commerce projects. Competent in custom and specialized photography and at capturing high quality images...

Photographer, Art Director, Archive Researcher
London: United Kingdom, Cambridge: United Kingdom
Great dunmow: United Kingdom

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Gilberto Silva

Archivist/Librarian, London

My name is Gilberto and I have a Master degree and a Bachelor of arts in Information Science. I have experience in architecture library and archives like Fernando Távora and Alcino Soutinho. In my last jobs, I gained experience on Inventorying, digitization, description, subject indexing and...

Content Manager, Archive Researcher, Publishing Editor
London: United Kingdom, Porto: Portugal
London: United Kingdom

Looking for work

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Giorgio Giunta

Chemist at Italian education ministry, Florence

Looking for new stimuli- new personal opportunities to change my life - learn new things - ready for foreign experiences.

Teacher, Researcher, Archive Researcher
Florence: Italy, Valencia: Venezuela, Sydney: Australia
Florence: Italy

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Valery Akpojiyovwi

Producer/researcher AP, London

As a forward-thinking and self-motivated researcher/AP, I bring a wealth of experience in documentary and factual entertainment programming. With sound editorial judgment and a passion for engaging characters and powerful storytelling, I am confident in my ability to deliver compelling content that...

Researcher, Archive Researcher, Development Researcher
London: United Kingdom
London: United Kingdom

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Oliver Johnson

Picture Researcher at Freelance, London

Creative Research & Archive Producer helping agencies, production companies and brands develop treatments, source archive and find the stories, footage and references that bring ideas to life. With experience across commercials, branded content, sport and documentary, I specialise in visual...

Picture Researcher, Archive Researcher
London: United Kingdom
London: United Kingdom

Looking for work

Margaret Kurkoski

Picture Researcher, Chicago

ABOUT ME: As a freelance Picture Researcher, I source high-quality images for academic publications spanning monographs, articles, dissertations, and ebooks. Whether you work in the ancient world or more contemporary subjects, I am confident in my ability to secure the right photographs for your...

Picture Researcher, Researcher, Archive Researcher
Chicago: United States, New York: United States, Princeton
Chicago: United States

Looking for work

Mike Davies

Archives and Special Collections Assistant at University of the Arts London, London

I currently work within the field of film and arts archives and special collections. Administrative, archival and collection skills include enquiries, customer service, content creation, statistics, finance, teaching, cataloguing, physical and digital conservation and preservation, handling of...

Production Assistant, Graduate, Archive Researcher
London: United Kingdom
London: United Kingdom

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Kevin David Tuer

Archive Researcher, Essex

Thank you for this opportunity to introduce myself to your organisation. I am an English & Drama graduate (Bradford University), and I am looking for employment in the Media sector at present. I believe I have the kind of 'hands-on' experience of working in a busy creative environment - nine years...

Archive Researcher, Feature Writer, Digital Creative Team
London: United Kingdom
Billericay, Essex: United Kingdom

Looking for work

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Michelle J Blake

Production Assistant, London

I am a highly skilled paralegal with over 6 years experience in various commercial and litigation law firms and, more recently experience in the media industry, specialising in digital media in the commercial rights area of legal and business affairs in a major Broadcaster. I also have a proven...

Production Assistant, Archive Researcher
London
Notting Hill, London: United Kingdom

Looking for work

Luciane de Castro

Pesquisadora, São Paulo

Sou Luciane de Castro (Lu Castro), jornalista, pesquisadora, curadora e criadora de narrativas que ampliam a história e a presença das mulheres no esporte, com foco especial no futebol feminino. Minha trajetória é marcada por uma busca contínua por significado, compreensão e representação das vozes...

Copywriter, Copywriting Journalist, Archive Researcher
São Paulo: Brazil
São Paulo: Brazil

Looking for work

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Rabab Rizvi

Production Assistant

The best way to describe myself would be to say that I am very friendly and professional. I work smart and meet deadlines. Staying in education has certainly taught me these skills. I believe that I have gained a vast amount of knowledge and understanding from all the education that I have...

Assistant Producer, Archive Researcher, Production Assistant
North West, Greater Manchester, Lancashire
United Kingdom

Looking for work

lara ballerini

Account Manager

Account Manager, Archive Researcher, Picture Researcher
London: United Kingdom
United Kingdom

Looking for work

Deirdre Pascall

Archive Researcher, London

Archive Researcher
London: United Kingdom
London: United Kingdom

Looking for work

Christine Gregg

Archive Researcher, London

Archive Researcher
London: United Kingdom
London: United Kingdom

Looking for work

Sam Terroni

Archive Researcher, London

Archive Researcher
London: United Kingdom
London: United Kingdom

Looking for work

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Courteney Brown

Archivist at Essex Record Office, Ipswich

Archive Researcher
Ipswich: United Kingdom
Ipswich: United Kingdom

Looking for work

Jennifer Camilleri

Picture Researcher at Freelance, UK

I have over 15 years experience working as a picture researcher. Searching all content for still images within the publishing/marketing industries for arts/illustration/historical/news and purchasing appropriate licenses. A solid knowledge of where to seek the best images for your project. I can...

Researcher, Picture Researcher, Archive Researcher
London, Berkshire
Reading, UK: United Kingdom

Looking for work

Anna Ingram

Archivist at BBC, Hull

Archive Researcher
Hull: United Kingdom
Hull: United Kingdom

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Rob Webber

Archive Researcher, London

A Fine Art graduate with 4 years experience delivering managerial and office support within high-end London based companies. I am now looking to transfer the skills gained from these roles into my enduring passion, the creative arts. Continually driven to excel, I seek out goals and work hard to...

Archive Researcher, Scenic Artist, Office Manager
London: United Kingdom
London: United Kingdom

Looking for work

Daria Tsibulskaya

Archive Researcher at Freelance, London

Archive Researcher
London: United Kingdom
London: United Kingdom

Looking for work

Jacqui Seargeant

Archivist at John Dewar & Sons Ltd, Glasgow

Archive Researcher
Glasgow: United Kingdom
Glasgow: United Kingdom

Looking for work

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