Position DetailsPosition Information About Us Howard Community College (HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020.Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here!Position Title Photo Lab Technician (Visual Arts Department)FLSA Non-ExemptFT/PT Part TimeHours Per Week 6-10Work Schedule 2-3 days / weekPosition Salary Range $15/hourGeneral Responsibilities Looking for a photography lab technician to assist photography students during open lab times for approximately 6-10 hours per week. These hours will be held over a two- to three-day period. Days, times, and hours are negotiable and may include weekdays, weekday evenings, and weekends. Experience working in a film darkroom, familiarity with photography studio lighting equipment, and proficiency with Adobe Photo Editing Software - Lightroom, Adobe Camera Raw, Bridge, and Photoshop is required.Work Performed
- Open and shut down photography facilities, as scheduled.
- Ensure that the conditions in the classroom, darkroom, studio, and equipment storage areas are kept neat, clean, orderly, and are properly functioning during open lab time.
- Report to the Photography Coordinator when supplies need to be ordered or equipment is broken, not functioning, or missing. Report student conduct that is not in accordance with lab rules.
- Supervise student activities during open lab periods in the photography classroom suite. This includes the computer lab, darkroom, film processing area, and the studio lighting space
- Assist students in the processing of negatives and prints, computer issues (software and hardware), and the set-up and breakdown of studio lighting sets.
- Maintain the B&W Darkroom.
- Ensure cleanliness and safety. Replenish chemistry and consumables. Mix stock solutions for all classes and labs before lab time.
- Clean trays, containers, sinks, print washers, and floors in the darkroom area, if spills occur.
- Maintain the lighting studio:
- Put away backgrounds, props, lights, light modifiers, stands, etc.
- Turn off and unplug all equipment.
- Secure equipment in the equipment closets.
- Restock studio lighting supplies.
- Assists students in the set-up and breakdown of student studio lighting sets.
Minimum Education RequiredMinimum Number of Years Experience RequiredOther Knowledge Required
- Experience working in a film darkroom
- Familiarity with photography studio lighting equipment
- Proficiency with Adobe Photo Editing Software
- Lightroom
- Adobe Camera Raw, Bridge
- Photoshop
Working ConditionsDivision Arts & Humanities (Div)Department Arts & HumanitiesPosting Detail Information Posting Number NB079PNumber of Vacancies 1Best Consideration Date 08/19/2022Job Open Date 08/01/2022Job Close DateOpen Until Filled YesApplicant Instructions *Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits. Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).Quick Link for Internal Postings EEO Statement Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-###-####.