screenshot of the CAW inventory template. It includes descriptions for data fields.

Inventory & Inspection Templates

Creating a basic inventory of your audiovisual (AV) collections is the foundation to audiovisual preservation and the primary goal for every workshop. The inventory templates walk you through inspecting many types of AV formats and facilitates collecting consistent data throughout…

Screenshot of the profile page for the CAW Newsletter on Substack

Subscribe to the CAW Newsletter!

The CAW Newsletter is the place for periodic updates on CAWs around the world and in your community, spotlights on community organizations making audiovisual (av) preservation happen together, opportunities to get involved in community av projects, and links to…

Welcome Packets

Below are links to the template and resources to help create informative Welcome Packets (or Volunteer Packets). As mentioned in the Handbook, Welcome Packets should be sent in advance of the workshop and provide logistical details, schedule for the day,…

Recommendations Template

CAW Recommendations Template is a simple document that provides collection materials recommendations based on standard preservation practices. CAW organizers prepares the document after the workshop based on the types of collection materials processed during the workshop as well as any…