Technician II, Photography & Media

JCCC•Overland Park, KS

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Photograph & Media Technician II position supports JCCC mission by providing moderately complex technical support in the Photography, Film, and Media Studies Department studios and equipment check in/out room, exercising judgment in troubleshooting, instruction, and equipment management. This position also provides support for the Fine Arts Gallery in the Fine Arts and Design Studios building.

Requirements

Associate degree in Fine Arts, Photography, Film/Media, or related field.
Ability to lift, carry, push, & pull 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

Provides independent technical and instructional support to students, faculty, and staff in analog, digital, computer, and shooting studios.
Instructs users in the operation of fine art and large-format printers, scanners, light tables, and creative software, including Adobe Creative Cloud and DaVinci Resolve.
Assists with and supports the use of professional analog and digital cameras, cinematic RAW and 6K cameras, steady cams, rigs, lighting, and sound equipment.
Develops and delivers laboratory and studio demonstrations and instructional materials.
Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots analog photography laboratories.
Mixes, monitors, and disposes of photographic chemicals in accordance with environmental health and safety standards.
Diagnoses and resolves routine and moderately complex technical issues involving printers, cameras, lighting, sound equipment, and software.
Performs preventative maintenance to ensure equipment functionality and reliability.
Manages equipment checkout and return processes, ensuring proper documentation and verification of equipment condition.
Maintains and updates inventory records for equipment and supplies.
Receives, inspects, catalogs, stores, and organizes equipment and materials in accordance with departmental procedures.
Provides technical and logistical support for Fine Arts Gallery exhibitions, including installation, documentation, and deinstallation.
Ensures proper handling, tracking, and return of artworks to faculty, artists, and students.
Enforces safety procedures in studios and laboratories.
Identifies hazards, implements corrective actions within scope of authority, and reports safety concerns in accordance with institutional policies.