Advanced Studio Assistant - Student Employment

Saint Xavier University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Xavier University is seeking an Advanced Studio Assistant to help maintain Visual Arts Center studios on campus and assist faculty and students with advanced studio tasks. The role supports exhibitions, printing large-format documents, and collaborative projects across departments.

The position requires current enrollment at SXU, Federal Work-Study eligibility, and submission of a resume and cover letter.

Qualifications

• Must be a student at Saint Xavier University.
• Federal Work Study eligible.
• Must include a resume and cover letter.
• Ability to work independently to identify, diagnose, resolve problems in a range of studios and communicate results.

Responsibilities

• Assists Studio Manager with maintenance of studios and laboratories.
• Troubleshoots and provides assistance with a variety of advanced studio issues.
• Assist faculty and staff with special projects and exhibitions.
• Prints large documents for other departments throughout the university as needed.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Independent problem solving

Professional communication

Education

Saint Xavier University student

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Summary

The Advanced Studio Assistant is accountable for advanced maintenance of Visual Art Center Studios and advanced assistance to faculty and students in those studios.

Skills

This student employment opportunity supports the development of skills aligned with the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Readiness Competencies. Through this role, students will strengthen the following competencies:

• Communication: Students build communication skills by practicing clear, respectful, and professional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication in a workplace setting.
• Critical Thinking: Students build critical thinking skills by applying judgment, solving problems, prioritizing tasks, maintaining accuracy, and using feedback to improve their work.
• Professionalism: Students build professionalism by practicing dependability, accountability, confidentiality when applicable, workplace etiquette, and respectful service in a workplace setting.
• Technology: Students build technology skills by using department systems, software, digital tools, equipment, or university platforms to complete tasks accurately and efficiently.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists Studio Manager with maintenance of studios and laboratories
• Troubleshoots and provides assistance with a variety of advanced studio issues.
• Assist faculty and staff with special projects and exhibitions.
• Prints large documents for other departments throughout the university as needed
• Performs related duties as assigned

Qualifications

MUST BE A STUDENT AT SAINT XAVIER UNIVERSITY

Must be Federal Work Study Eligible

Must Include a Resume and Cover Letter

• Ability to work independently to identify, diagnose, resolve problems in a range of studios and communicate the problem and resolution to the appropriate stakeholder(s).
• Minimum of four art or design courses required and be in good academic standing.
• An advanced understanding of techniques and maintenance in at least three of the following studios: Ceramics, Laser, Wood, 3-D Printing, Painting, Printing, and Mac Lab.
• Knowledge of Adobe Suite
• Demonstrated skill in professional speaking, writing and visual communication

Additional Expectations

We inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates that deliver value-added services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner.

The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.

Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision and core values of the University.

Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law.

Hiring decisions will be based on the bona fide occupational qualifications of each applicant.