Art Studio Assistant (Federal Work Study)

South Piedmont Community College

Polkton (NC)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 25,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

South Piedmont Community College in North Carolina seeks an Art Studio Assistant under Federal Work Study to support the Art Building, the Associate in Fine Arts (AFA) program, and related student activities. This role helps maintain studios, assists with special projects, and supports outreach and social media promotion.

Join to assist with gallery displays, exhibitions, and events while promoting the program and engaging with fellow students.

Qualifications

Excellent time management skills.
Mature, dependable, and responsible behavior.
Familiarity with the Visual Arts Building, art materials and safety practices.
Continuous enrollment as a student at SPCC for the duration of employment.
Comfortable answering student questions and inquiries.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Monitor and supervise Open Lab sessions.
Ensure safe and appropriate use of facilities and equipment.
Assist students with accessing and using tools, materials, and supplies.
Maintain cleanliness and order in classrooms, labs, and shared spaces.
Track and organize studio materials; take inventories as needed.
Prepare and maintain supplies.

Skills

Time Management

Mature & Responsible

Organizational Skills

Art Materials Safety

Student Support

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Canva

Photography

Photo Editing

Framing Artwork

Education

Continuous enrollment as a SPCC student

Tools

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Canva

Photography

Photo Editing

Framing Artwork

Job description

Art Studio Assistant (Federal Work Study)

Job Title Art Studio Assistant (Federal Work Study)

Job Description

The Studio Assistant supports the daily operations of South Piedmont Community College's Art Building, the Associate in Fine Arts ( AFA ) Program, and related student activities. This position aids in maintaining the studios, assisting with special projects, and helping promote the program through outreach and social media.

Studio Supervision & Student Support

Monitor and supervise students during scheduled Open Lab sessions ( VAB 101 & 102).

Ensure safe and appropriate use of facilities and equipment.

Assist students with accessing and using tools, materials, and supplies.

Studio & Facility Maintenance

Maintain cleanliness and order in classrooms, labs, and shared spaces (sweeping, disinfecting surfaces, organizing supplies, cleaning sinks and equipment).

Track and organize studio materials; take inventories as needed (clay, paper, tools, chemicals).

Prepare and maintain supplies (sharpening pencils, cutting paper, recycling clay, etc.).

Gallery & Exhibition Assistance

Help prepare, frame, and install student and faculty artwork for displays and gallery shows.

Create labels and support exhibition documentation.

Photograph installations and gallery events as needed.

Digital Media & Program Promotion

Serve as Social Media Ambassador for the AFA Program: create, manage, and grow the AFA Program’s official social media presence.

Photograph and/or scan student artwork, studios, events, and exhibitions.

Edit and prepare content for distribution; post approved content and monitor interactions.

Contribute to marketing and promotional materials (flyers, posters, installations, logos, t shirt designs, coloring books, publications, etc.).

Student Engagement & Recruitment

Assist with Art Club activities, including planning meetings, promoting events, and supporting creative projects.

Help organize and possibly lead short workshops or demos for students.

Support outreach and recruitment by documenting student work, promoting the AFA program, and representing the program at events.

Event & Project Assistance

Support special projects, departmental events, and promotional campaigns (set-up, take-down, documentation).

Run campus errands as needed (deliveries, mail, printshop pick-ups, etc.).

Required Qualifications

Excellent Time Management Skills;

Mature, Dependable, and Responsible Behavior;

Familiarity with the Visual Arts Building, art materials and safety practices;

Continuous enrollment as a student at South Piedmont Community College for the duration of employment;

Comfortable answering student questions and inquiries;

Excellent Organizational and Communication Skills;

Preferred Qualifications

Computer Skills: Especially Microsoft Office/Excel/PowerPoint, and Canva

Skilled at Photography, Scanning, and Editing Photos

Skilled at Framing, Matting, and Mounting Artwork and Photography.

Skilled at making artwork, including Painting, Digital Art, Graphic Design.

Good Reading, Writing, and Math Skills

Physical Demands

Special Conditions Eligibility Summary

Students must have completed a current year's FAFSA , be eligible for Federal Financial Aid, be enrolled at South Piedmont Community College, be making Satisfactory Academic Progress ( GPA of 2.000 or higher, a completion rate of 67% or higher, not exceeding the maximum timeframe of 150%) to apply.

South Piedmont Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees based on job related criteria without reference to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. Applicants are requested to complete questions at the end of the online application process that are strictly voluntary. Answers to these questions will not be provided to the hiring manager, selection committee, or any other employees of South Piedmont other than the Human Resources Office. The Human Resources Office uses this information to maintain accurate confidential records on the composition of each applicant pool. If you require accommodation due to a disability in order to complete the application process, please make your request to the Human Resources Office.

Posting Number

Posting Number JP00797FY17-18

Open Date

Open Date 08/05/2026

Close Date

Close Date 03/01/2027

Open Until Filled

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

* Is there any reason known to you why you might be unable to perform consistently and promptly any of the job duties? If Yes, please explain.
(Open Ended Question)

* Have you ever been discharged or asked to resign from a position? Yes/No. If Yes, please explain.
(Open Ended Question)

* Have you ever been convicted of a crime that has required you either by North Carolina law or any other state or federal law to register as a sex offender?
- Yes
- No