KCAD Student Photography Lab Tech (Student Position)
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Ferris State University
Grand Rapids, MI, US
Summary
The lab technician monitors the digital lab, darkrooms, and lighting studios to ensure proper equipment use and lab etiquette. They also perform routine maintenance, manage inventory, and assist students with photographic methods.
Job Description
| Position Title: | KCAD Student Photography Lab Tech (Student Position) | |
| Location: | Grand Rapids, MI | |
| Department: |
Kendall College of Art & Design |
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| Advertised Salary: | $13.99 | |
| Summary of Position: | You will be working in the Digital Lab, the Lighting Studio, Film/Print Darkrooms | |
| Position Requirements: | 1. One year of experience in digital and film photography with a working knowledge of SLR and DSLR camera equipment and darkroom/inkjet printing processes. 2. Good communication skills: must be able to answer student questions and explain photographic methods clearly. 3. The ability to work with a diverse group of photography students and faculty in a courteous and professional manner. 4. Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work with minimal supervision. |
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| Essential Duties/Responsibilities: | • Monitor computers, scanners, and printer use during open lab hours. • Set up printers (nozzle checks, print head cleanings when needed, etc.). • Monitor the lab (computers, printers, scanners) during open lab hours, informing students of proper use of equipment and lab etiquette. • Clean up at end of lab hours; organize workstations with required supplies, power down printers, and return tools to proper storage areas at end of lab hours. • Monitor use of specialized equipment such as Epson film scanners and printers. • Working with photo faculty, inventory supplies, paper, and inks to be ordered; keep notes of needed equipment repair or replacement; organize work and storage spaces. • Set up darkroom (mix chemicals, fill trays, put out tongs, print washers, safelights, etc.). • Monitor the photo lab (darkroom, classroom and studio) during open lab hours, informing them of proper use of equipment and lab etiquette. • Clean up at end of lab hours; organize drawers and workstations with required supplies, and return tools to proper storage areas at end of lab hours. Dispose of used chemicals according to safe use and silver recovery guidelines. • Monitor use of specialized equipment such as studio lights and backdrops, dry mount press, mat cutters, and equipment checkout. • Minor maintenance of equipment and supplies such as replacement of enlarger bulbs and studio bulbs. • Working with photo faculty, inventory supplies and chemicals to be ordered; keep notes of needed equipment repair or replacement; organize work and storage spaces. |
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| Number of Positions Available: | 2 | |
| Documents Needed to Apply: | Resume, Class Schedule | |
| Job Close Date: | December 12, 2026 | |
| EEO Statement: | Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement. |
The College of Arts and Sciences at Ferris State University is dedicated to helping students achieve success and pursue their careers and passions. Offering a variety of programs, the College of Arts and Sciences helps prepare students for the careers of today as well as the careers of the future by offering opportunities that encourage critical thinking and versatility.
We call this being #CAScrafted
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Higher Education
Org type
Educational
Headquarters
Big Rapids, MI
The College of Arts and Sciences at Ferris State University is dedicated to helping students achieve success and pursue their careers and passions. Offering a variety of programs, the College of Arts and Sciences helps prepare students for the careers of today as well as the careers of the future by offering opportunities that encourage critical thinking and versatility.
We call this being #CAScrafted
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Higher Education
Org type
Educational
Headquarters
Big Rapids, MI
