Studio Assistant, Printmaking Studio

Art Center College of Design; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

ArtCenter College of Design is seeking a part-time Studio Assistant for the Printmaking Studio in Pasadena. The role involves maintaining studio equipment, assisting instructors during classes and open labs, and guiding students in materials, safety, and processes.

This on-site position supports open lab access and coursework. Reporting to the Director of Operations, Interdisciplinary Studies, you will help with studio upkeep, safety procedures, and cross-training in letterpress processes, with

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of analog printing techniques and prior experience in a printmaking studio.
• Completion of at least two college-level courses in printmaking.
• Knowledge of best practices for safely operating presses and printing machinery and handling supplies, including cleaning chemicals.
• Experience in identifying and reporting unsafe conditions.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for customer service, including working with students daily.
• Must be a team player.
• Self-starter with multi-tasking ability, highly organized, able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multicultural environment with students, faculty, and staff.
• Available to work weeknights and some weekends.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Printmaking Studio equipment and spaces according to the instructor’s guidance.
• Support class instruction during class and open lab time; assist with demos and preparations.
• Assist students with materials, procedures, and safety; ensure open lab safety.
• Help with routine cleaning, organization, and safety in the Printmaking Studio and Archetype Press.

Skills

Printmaking basics

Press safety

Safety awareness

Communication

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Customer service

Team player

Multitasking

Diversity awareness

Evening/weekend availability

Education

Two college-level courses in printmaking

Bachelor’s or technical degree (preferred)

Tools

Power tools

Job description

ArtCenter College of Design is searching for an experienced Studio Assistant, Printmaking Studio to join our team.
The salary range for this position: $22.00 - 25.00 per hour; part-time schedule, up to 15 hours per week.

Salary Disclaimer: The official salary range for this position is the range posted on the ArtCenter College of Design Careers website. ArtCenter is not responsible for inaccurate or unauthorized salary information published by third-party job boards. Hourly positions are based on a 35 hour work week.

Finalsalary is based on education, experience, skills relevant to therole, and internal equity.

About ArtCenter

Founded in 1930 and located in Pasadena, California, ArtCenter College of Design is a global leader in art and design education and has had an international reputation for its rigorous, transdisciplinary curriculum, faculty of professionals, strong ties to industry, and commitment to socially responsible design. ArtCenter is a private nonprofit fully accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

Every position at ArtCenter plays an important part in carrying out the cultural values, goals, strategic vision, and mission of the College. This includes upholding and cultivating an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Operations, Interdisciplinary Studies, the Studio Assistant is responsible for maintaining the studio’s equipment, assisting the instructor(s) in support of general course instruction activities during class and during open lab time. This includes Printmaking Studio upkeep, post-instruction cleanup, proper organization of materials, safety procedures, and assisting students in the completion of class assignments. This is a part-time on-site position of up to 15 hours per week.

Essential Functions

Studio Operations — 50%

• Assist Lead Studio Assistant in daily upkeep in the studio
• Prepare supplies for workshops and demos
• Assist in communicating assignments or other information to students
• Facilitate regular deep cleaning of studios and equipment
• Post-instruction cleanup and proper reorganization of materials
• Enforce and abide by all College policies
• Work with the Lead Studio Assistant, coworkers, student workers, and Director of Operations to maintain a safe and secure working and learning environment for students, faculty and staff
• Occasional assistance as needed in Archetype Press
• Willingness and ability to cross-train in letterpress processes
• Other duties as assigned

Educational Support — 35%

• Provide studio training for studio access and use
• Assure all students understand the fundamental concepts of all processes demonstrated and maintain documentation on demonstrations for asynchronous access
• Assist with questions from students about materials, procedures, and safety within the Printmaking Studio
• Oversee student safety during open lab hours

Shop Safety — 15%

• Help guide the student in using equipment
• Maintain a safe work environment throughout the department
• Comply and ensure that safety and dress codes are carried out in accordance with shop policies, including wearing assigned PPE
• Attend required training sessions on assigned PPE provided by the College
• Assist with maintaining general safety and security; monitoring access; and maintaining the appearance, temperature, and overall environment of the Printmaking Studio and Archetype Press

This is a part-time on-site position. Normal shop hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Normal work schedule is a 7-hour workday. Must be able to work any shift. Hours are subject to change.

Required Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of analog printing techniques and prior experience working in a printmaking studio
• Completion of at least two college-level courses in printmaking
• Knowledge of best practices of safely operating presses and printing machinery and handling supplies, including cleaning chemicals
• Experience in identifying and reporting unsafe conditions
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills necessary for customer service, including the patience and understanding required to work with students on a daily basis
• Must be a team player
• A self-starter with good multi-tasking skills; highly organized, able to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work well in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with students, faculty, and staff with varying degrees of skills and backgrounds
• Available to work weeknights and some weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with intaglio, relief printing, photo lithography, and silkscreen.
• Experience using large power tools is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree or technical degree from a recognized trade school, or equivalent experience
• Prior experience in higher education

Diversity Statement

ArtCenter is fully committed to fostering a culture that values diversity, equity, inclusion, access and belonging not only in vision but in practice. Our path forward is predicated on our belief that multiple points of view, life experiences, ethnicities, cultures and belief systems are essential to academic and creative excellence. We strive to learn more about difference while respecting the rich diversity in our world, attending to important questions about racial injustice and decolonizing our curriculum. Our campus environment must be vigilant in supporting the full participation of students, faculty, and staff of every race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, socioeconomic status and political viewpoint.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ArtCenter is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants on the basis of race (including hair texture and protective hairstyle), color, religion (includes religious dress and grooming practices), sex/gender (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and/or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition (genetic characteristics, cancer, or a record or history of cancer), military or veteran status, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental and physical, including HIV/AIDS, cancer, and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for family care or medical leave, age (over 40), criminal background (Fair Chance Act), reproductive health decision-making, off-duty and off-premises cannabis use, or any other actual or perceived characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law. Equal employment opportunity is extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including without limitation, recruitment, hiring, upgrading, learning and professional development, promotion, compensation, benefits, leave of absence, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of ArtCenter and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of ArtCenter. Applicants who wish to request an accommodation for a disability may contact the Office of Employee Experience and Engagement at [phone].

Applicant Rights (Prior Cannabis Use)

ArtCenter will not request information from an applicant relating to the applicant’s prior use of cannabis. ArtCenter will not use information obtained from a criminal history about an applicant or employee’s prior cannabis use, unless ArtCenter is permitted to consider that information under applicable law.

Employment At-Will

All employment with ArtCenter is for an unspecified term and is "at-will." Employees are free to resign at any time, with or without reason, and with or without prior notice. Similarly, ArtCenter has the right to terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without prior notice. This "at-will" employment, which includes the College’s right to transfer, discipline, demote, or change the conditions of employment with or without cause and with or without prior notice, cannot be modified, amended or waived by any oral or implied agreement, and may be modified or altered only by an express individualized written employment agreement signed by both the employee and the College president.

ArtCenter Employees have a Mandatory Duty to Report

All employees who know or have reason to know of allegations or acts that violate ArtCenter’s Title IX Policy prohibiting discrimination, harassment, retaliation, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, sexual violence, dating violence, and stalking shall promptly inform the Title IX Administrator/Coordinator or designee, or the Dean of Students or designee. Faculty, who have a mandatory duty to report, are required to disclose all information including the names of the parties, even where the person has requested their name remain confidential.

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