Temp Studio Art Technician

Brandeis University • Waltham, MA

22h • $30 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Brandeis University Fine Arts Department is seeking a part-time Studio Art Technician to fill a two-month vacancy. Duties This position provides a safe, organized, and clean environment for students to create thoughtful and innovative works of art across all studio disciplines. The Temp Studio Art Technician works closely with the Studio Art Technician and studio art faculty to problem-solve and address the needs and issues that arise in an active and dynamic studio environment. While hours are somewhat flexible, ideal work days are Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. The hourly payrate for the position is $30. Required Skills and Qualifications Experience working in an art studio environment. Working knowledge of sculpture processes and a basic technical understanding of drawing, painting, printmaking, and/or digital media processes. Knowledge of and ability to implement safety protocols in an active art studio setting. Assist with installation and deinstallation of student exhibitions and, in coordination with the events and communication team, plan and execute exhibition openings. Ability to assist with the provision of supplies and to move large objects, materials, or artwork as needed. Strong organizational and communication skills, both in person and via email. Dependable, organized, and professional. Ability to work both collaboratively and independently, and exercise sound judgment in the event of unexpected situations. Willingness and ability to problem-solve and mediate challenging situations as they arise. Pay Range Disclosure The University's pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements. Equal Opportunity Statement Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class").

Requirements

• Experience working in an art studio environment
• Working knowledge of sculpture processes and a basic technical understanding of drawing, painting, printmaking, and/or digital media processes
• Knowledge of and ability to implement safety protocols in an active art studio setting
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both in person and via email
• Dependable, organized, and professional
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently, and exercise sound judgment in the event of unexpected situations
• Willingness and ability to problem-solve and mediate challenging situations as they arise

Responsibilities

• Provides a safe, organized, and clean environment for students
• Works closely with the Studio Art Technician and studio art faculty to problem-solve
• Assist with installation and deinstallation of student exhibitions
• Plan and execute exhibition openings
• Assist with the provision of supplies
• Move large objects, materials, or artwork as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed