Photography Professional Lab Assistant

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Job Title: Photography Professional Lab AssistantAgency: North Georgia Technical College Job Requisition ID: JR0000007887Shift: Not Applicable (United States of America)Compensation Details:

Job Description: POSITION: Photography Professional Lab Assistant; Part-Time LOCATION: Clarkesville, GA DESCRIPTION: The Professional Laboratory Assistant works under the direct supervision of faculty members and performs routine standardized laboratory work requiring close attention to detailed procedures in the preparation and basic maintenance and operation of laboratory equipment, inventory and requisition of supplies, assisting faculty in supervision of students assigned to laboratories, and other related duties and is employed on an individual academic term basis. Major duties include:

• Open the Department at 7:30am
• Work with the instructors and other support staff to ensure that the department is locked up and all equipment is secure at the end of each workday
• Check “Out” equipment to students for in studios or out on location use, ensuring that equipment is in good working order prior to student checking out
• Check “In” equipment from students (Making note if the student has kept equipment checked out for longer than allowed); Ensure that equipment does not have any dirt or damage and that it is in good working order prior to receiving equipment back
• Verify that each lens has the following during both check out and check in process: Lens cap, Hood, Lens body cap, Lens bag, UV Filter (if it has one)
• Perform program tours and/or assist instructors with program tours
• Assist with promotional photos and video production for photography program
• Studio maintenance
• Testing of photographic equipment for repairs: Lights, stands, tripods, etc.
• Work with instructors when equipment is broken and needs to be repaired or have it marked for surplus equipment
• Work with support staff and instructors to assist with conducting a complete record of the program inventory each semester
• Check printers, run diagnostics, and keep track of ink levels & supplies
• Trouble shoot for printing issues. If you are not able to correct, please inform instructors
• Run updates on computers in computer lab and print lab. If you are unable to perform the updates, please document which location, computer id, programs, etc.
• Perform camera and hardware firmware updates, as needed
• Assist with general organization of props and equipment
• Verify that the Commercial Studio is setup and equipment is working properly by performing tests on each table and supporting equipment (Pocket Wizard, Light Meter)
• Inspect each studio area for equipment to ensure that nothing is missing and is in working condition
• Students are to clean up after themselves, however, from time to time you will be responsible for ensuring that the department is left in a clean manner, and that it is ready for the next class time
• Clean and maintenance the backgrounds before hanging them back in the Portrait Studio
• Ensure that all props and equipment have been returned in clean and working condition
• Provides models with edited images after photo shoot in a timely manner
• Performing photographic requests as required on Campus
• Assist in fulfilling photographic requests, and other duties that may be assigned
• Ensure the department is always clean & tidy

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Photography Diploma or Two (2) years work experience in Photography

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s Degree in Photography

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law. North Georgia Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success. The following persons have been designated to manage inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Dr. Fran Chastain, Dean of Student Support and Engagement, Title IX Coordinator, Clegg Center 212, (706) 754-7855, [email protected] and Joanna Velazquez, Student Support and Accessibility Service Coordinator, Clegg Center 214, (706) 754-7828, [email protected] at 1500 Hwy 197 N, Clarkesville, GA 30523 It is the obligation of North Georgia Technical College to ensure orderly operation, to protect the rights of all members of the NGTC community, to prohibit acts which materially and substantially interfere with legitimate educational objectives or interfere with the rights of others and to take disciplinary action where conduct adversely affects the College’s pursuit of its educational objectives. To this end, NGTC complies with the Title II of Public Law 101-542, Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act – also known as the "Clery Act." This Act requires that the College make available the report of campus crime statistics for the previous fiscal year by October 1st each year. The most recent NGTC Campus Safety and Security Report is available at https://northgatech.edu/ . You may also request a paper copy from the North Georgia Technical College Police Department.

Minimum Qualifications: Successful completion of the course(s) or program which are appropriate to the assignment as an assistant. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.