VCUarts Resource Lab Assistant

Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts is seeking a Resource Lab Assistant (Non-Benefited) for the Art Foundation Program. Responsibilities include assisting students with projects, conducting class demonstrations, and operating Adobe Photoshop and video editing tools in a fully onsite lab.

You will manage digital print workflows for large format printers, DTG, laser engravers, and vinyl cutters, while keeping the lab organized and stocked.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in the arts or an arts related field or equivalent professional experience and training.
• Professional experience in Art & Design
• Commitment to a respectful, professional, inclusive environment for faculty, staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Consulting with students about projects.
• Giving class demonstrations.
• Knowledge of Adobe Photo and Video editing software.
• Reviewing digital files and starting prints for large format printer, laser engraver, DTG printer, vinyl cutters.
• Cleaning equipment and facilities and maintaining inventory.
• Maintaining shared Google calendar and queue for print/cut jobs.
• Developing and updating ongoing sample library.
• Overseeing special projects aligned with the candidate's expertise.

Skills

Art & Design

Professional environment

Education

Bachelor's in arts or arts-related field

Master's degree in Fine Arts (preferred)

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Video editing

Job description

Resource Lab Assistant (Non-Benefited) - Art Foundation Program - School of the Arts

Computer lab monitors will provide support for all equipment housed in the Art Foundation Program resource lab.

Duties Include

• Consulting with students about projects
• Class demonstrations
• Knowledge of Adobe Photo and Video editing software

Review Of Digital Files And Starting Prints For

• Large format printer
• Laser engraver
• Direct to Garment (DTG) printer
• Vinyl cutters

• Cleaning equipment and facilities
• Inventory
• Maintain shared Google calendar
• Maintain queue for all print/cutting jobs via shared Google folder
• Developing and adding to ongoing sample library
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the lab and equipment
• Engaging in and overseeing special projects based on the candidates’ area of expertise.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's in the arts or an arts related field or equivalent professional experience and training.
• Professional experience in Art & Design
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Fine Arts

Benefits: All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

Slotting: H - 82486 Arts Technician 2

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Hours per Week: Up to 29 hours per week on average

ORP Eligible: No

Flexible Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite