Studio Assistant; First- Position) College of Art

Department: Studio Arts/Photo/Film/Video

Pay: $15/hr

Hours per week: 5

Expected Duration of Job: Spring 2027

Job Summary: Position is a studio assistant with the current Artist-Educator Mentorship Resident. This position is one that will be highly involved with the artist’s studio process, giving the student employee a snapshot of what it could be like to be a studio assistant. Knowledge of multidisciplinary work areas (digital+analog) is a plus. Knowledge of Adobe programs is a plus (Resident is willing to teach certain skills relating to projects).

• -Scanning, cataloguing, organizing, and archiving film negatives
• -Fiber arts (sewing, cutting, organizing)
• -Monitoring Technical Processes (3D printing, data transfer)
• -Clerical (website update, file management, spreadsheets)
• -Research and note taking
• -Other tasks as needed (exhibition install, project assistance, etc)

• -Ability to work independently and on a deadline
• -Ability to collaborate with others on various projects and ideas
• -Takes ownership of work duties and responsibilities, and ensures they are completed accurately and on time
• -Students will build confidence in the skills and experiences related to their monitored work environment
• -Experience in collaborating with an artist

Working Conditions/Physical Demands: Working conditions include being in both a studio and mobile environment. The student employee should have the manual dexterity to use computers and standard office equipment and the strength to lift and carry video equipment, supplies, and other materials up to 35lbs. The ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time can be needed d communication with the artist is also required.