About the role#
The Park School of Communications is seeking Classroom Assistants and Lab Monitors for the Fall 2026 semester. These positions provide hands-on experience in the photography department, supporting faculty and maintaining lab facilities. Assistants and monitors will support operations in the photo labs, gallery, and darkroom environments.
What you'll do#
- Mix and dilute alternative darkroom chemicals.
- Prepare classrooms and labs before sessions and clean workspaces after use.
- Check printer functionality and manage equipment check-outs and returns.
- Open and close photography labs during scheduled weekday and Sunday shifts.
What you'll need#
- A strong understanding of photo labs, the gallery, and darkroom procedures.
- Preference is given to students majoring in Art, Media Studies, or Graphic Design.
- For Classroom Assistant roles, preference is given to students who have completed Advanced Darkroom or other advanced photography coursework.
- For Lab Monitor roles, preference is given to students who have completed Introduction to Photography, Advanced Digital, or Darkroom Photography.
Location & details#
- Location: Ithaca, New York.
- Term: Fall 2026 semester.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $16 per hour.
- Commitment: 4 hours per week.
