Lab Technician- Visual Media, PT

ccad; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Columbus College of Art & Design is seeking a part-time Lab Technician - Visual Media, PT, on campus in Columbus, OH. You will assist in checkout and return of photography, video, audio, and other gear, and provide technical support to students and faculty. You’ll work with student workers and help maintain labs and spaces.

The role emphasizes organization, safety, and collaboration with the Lab Manager on scheduling and projects, while ensuring equipment is ready for use and properly documented.

Qualifications

• Customer service-oriented with policy discretion.
• Familiar with photo/video/audio equipment.
• Experience in administrative support and inventory management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite; able to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Assemble orders for pickup and check/receive returns.
• Evaluate orders for gear compatibility; document L&D narratives.
• Sanitize items upon check-in and maintain lab supplies inventory.
• Coordinate scheduling with Lab Manager and student workers.
• Assist in cleaning, maintenance and oversight of labs and spaces.
• Perform administrative duties and support faculty on projects.
• Act as on-call contact for lab emergencies; handle other duties.

Skills

Customer service

Media equipment

Administrative support

Inventory management

MS Office

Google Suite

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

BFA / BSC in Photography or Videography

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Lab Technician - Visual Media, PT

SUMMARY

The Lab Technician will report to the Visual Media Lab Manager and assist in conducting the checkout of photography, video, audio, and other equipment. They will provide technical support to students and faculty, and support the Lab Manager with orderly operation and upkeep of lab spaces. They will work alongside, and assist in directing, student workers. This is an on-campus position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assemble orders for pickup. Check and receive returning orders.
• Evaluate orders to ensure gear compatibility.
• Mark items as needing repair and document loss and damage (L&D) narratives.
• Sanitize all items upon check-in.
• Coordinate with the Lab Manager and/or student workers to triage scheduling problems or make changes to reservations.
• Keep inventory of ink, repair parts, darkroom chemistry, and other lab supplies. Work with the

Lab Manager to keep these items in stock.

• Assist in the cleaning, maintenance, and oversight of darkrooms, studios, print labs, and auxiliary lab spaces.
• Perform administrative duties as needed. Collaborate with the Lab Manager and faculty on projects.
• Act as an on-call contact for emergency situations involving labs and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• The ideal candidate will be customer service-oriented,balancing enforcement of policies and protocols with understanding and discretion.
• They will be familiar with photo/video/audio equipment.
• Past experience with administrative support and inventory management.
• The individual must have basic computer skills such as Microsoft Office and Google Suite

as well as the ability to multitask.

• Strong interpersonal skills and regular communication are also expected.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• BFA or BSC in Photography, Videography, or related field preferred,or 3 years equivalent job experience. HS Diploma or GED required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lift up to 50lb repeatedly, and up to 100lb with assistance from others.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. stand, reach

with hands and arms, and walk frequently.

• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision,

peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside

weather conditions.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

About Columbus College of Art & Design

Columbus College of Art & Design teaches undergraduate and graduate students in the midst of a thriving creative community in Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 1879, CCAD is one of the oldest private, nonprofit art and design colleges in the United States. CCAD offers nine BFA programs and a Master of Professional Studies in User Experience Design that produce graduates equipped to shape culture and business at the highest level. Additionally, CCAD offers year-round community art classes for children and adults of all ages, led by local creators and designers skilled in their craft. For more information, visit ccad.edu.

About Columbus:

Columbus is among the Top 10 best U.S. cities for new college grads and one of the top 10 creative scenes in the country as well as one of the 15 most affordable cities in the U.S. As one of the nation's largest college towns Columbus is the type of city where creative activities flourish. There are eight distinct cultural districts that surround CCAD and there are more than 165 restaurants, pubs, and clubs in downtown alone. CCAD is a campus community located in the heart of this vibrant city.

EEO Statement:

Columbus College of Art & Design ("CCAD") is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation based on an individual's race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. CCAD is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment.