VCUarts Resource Lab Assistant

Virginia Commonwealth University • Richmond, VA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

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, and vinyl cutters. Additional responsibilities include cleaning equipment and facilities, inventory, maintaining a shared Google calendar and print/cutting job queue, developing and adding to an ongoing sample library, and maintaining organization and cleanliness of the lab and equipment. Engaging in and overseeing special projects based on the candidates’ area of expertise is also part of the role.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Adobe Photo and Video editing software.
• Master's degree in Fine Arts.
• Teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for all equipment housed in the Art Foundation Program resource lab.
• Consult with students about projects.
• Conduct class demonstrations.
• Review digital files and start prints for large format printer, laser engraver, Direct to Garment (DTG) printer, and vinyl cutters.
• Clean equipment and facilities.
• Manage inventory.
• Maintain shared Google calendar.
• Maintain queue for all print/cutting jobs via shared Google folder.
• Develop and add to ongoing sample library.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the lab and equipment.
• Engage in and oversee special projects based on the candidates’ area of expertise.

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 [https://hr.vcu.edu/benefits/all-benefits/] for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level