Photography & 2D Art Studio Aide — Part-Time

Grand Rapids Community College; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program

Retirement plans

Job summary

Grand Rapids Community College seeks a Photography / 2D Art Studio Lab Assistant to support studios, labs and darkrooms. You will inventory equipment, assist in demonstrations, and help students with non-instructional tasks while ensuring safe and organized facilities.

The role reports to the Photography Program Coordinator and requires basic safety training, good communication, and the ability to work evenings or weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree in Photography preferred.
• Experience with photography and videography equipment.
• Experience in a professional studio environment.
• Knowledge of safety practices in a studio environment.
• Experience with inkjet printing for photography.
• Experience with analog black and white film photography.
• Ability to complete required safety and equipment training.
• Ability to work independently and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support studios, digital labs and darkrooms.
• Manage inventory, student checkouts and equipment upkeep.
• Assist in equipment-heavy studio demonstrations.
• Provide non-instructional support to students.
• Update faculty on facility operations and needs.
• Coordinate staffing for open lab times with faculty and student workers.
• Follow FERPA and college policy.

Skills

DSLR cameras

Mirrorless cameras

Studio lighting

Adobe Photoshop

Lightroom

Illustrator

DaVinci Resolve

Inkjet printing

Darkroom processes

Lab equipment maintenance

Communication skills

Organization skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in Photography

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Lightroom

Illustrator

DaVinci Resolve

Job description

Grand Rapids Community College seeks a Photography / 2D Art Studio Lab Assistant to support studios, labs and darkrooms. You will inventory equipment, assist in demonstrations, and help students with non-instructional tasks while ensuring safe and organized facilities.

The role reports to the Photography Program Coordinator and requires basic safety training, good communication, and the ability to work evenings or weekends as needed.