Union – Photography Technician – Craft Centre

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 12,501 - 17,805; Part time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is seeking a Photography Technician for the Studio Arts and Craft Centre. This part-time, on-campus role involves maintaining the Photo area and equipment, teaching and guiding studio members, and supporting special events starting in August.

Expect 10–15 hours weekly during the academic year. Candidates should enjoy working with people, have broad studio-area knowledge, and be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must enjoy working with people.
• Must have a working knowledge of all of the areas in the studio and be willing to learn more
• Must be willing to work SACC Special Events
• Must be dedicated to the SACC mission
• Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds
• Strong knowledge of both the analog and digital sides of photography, including but not limited to chemicals for developing and printing in the darkroom, and Epson devices such as Inkjet printers and scanners
• Help all studio members as they use the studio space and equipment
• Keep the studio space and equipment clean
• Have awareness of the SACC programs and special events
• Adhere to the University of Wisconsin System employment policies and procedures

Responsibilities

• Maintaining the Photo area and equipment
• Having open communication with the Program and Operations Managers
• Planning and instructing some of the offered classes and workshops in the Photo Area
• Giving general instruction and demonstrations for Photo Area Special Events
• Researching and recommending purchases needed to further improve the Photo Area

Skills

People skills

Studio knowledge

Event support

SACC mission adherence

Physical strength

Photography knowledge

Equipment maintenance

Clean workspace

Facility operations

Policy compliance

Tools

Epson printers

Job description

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Student Involvement

Job Type: Part Time; On-Campus

Start Date: August

Salary: Starting at $11.00 per hour

Days/Hours: Approximately 10-15 hours per week during the academic year.

Job Description

The Studio Arts and Craft Centre consists of 5 main areas – photography, jewelry and metals, printmaking, ceramics, and fibers. Each area has a Lead that is responsible for the general maintenance and overall management of their respective area. Each Studio Lead works Studio Assistant shifts. Studio Assistants work at the front desk and assist studio members.

Qualifications

• Must enjoy working with people
• Must have a working knowledge of all of the areas in the studio and be willing to learn more
• Must be willing to work SACC Special Events
• Must be dedicated to the SACC mission
• Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds
• Strong knowledge of both the analog and digital sides of photography, including but not limited to chemicals for developing and printing in the darkroom, and Epson devices such as Inkjet printers and scanners
• Help all studio members as they use the studio space and equipment
• Keep the studio space and equipment clean
• Have awareness of the SACC programs and special events
• Adhere to the University of Wisconsin System employment policies and procedures

Photography Technician Responsibilities

• Maintaining the Photo area and equipment
• Having open communication with the Program and Operations Managers
• Planning and instructing some of the offered classes and workshops in the Photo Area
• Giving general instruction and demonstrations for Photo Area Special Events
• Researching and recommending purchases needed to further improve the Photo Area

Panther Edge Competencies

• Critical Thinking
• Communicatation
• Professionalism
• Community Engagement
• Leadership

All staff must attend regular SACC staff meetings (staff meetings are set at the beginning of each semester to accommodate student’s class schedules).

*This position is open to UW-Milwaukee students with a minimum 2.25 cumulative GPA.