Job Description

Reporting directly to the Manager, Studio Resources and overseen by the Photo Equipment Room Technologist, the incumbent assists in the facilitation of equipment service centers in the Faculty of Animation, Arts and Design (FAAD) and provides support for the students\' curricular activities. The position requires a high degree of technical knowledge of photography and media equipment, hardware, software, and all specialized equipment for the Bachelor of Photography program in FAAD. The incumbent provides customer service to students over the counter, reserving, prepping, and checking equipment rentals for various programs. Performs daily inventory, cleaning, and light maintenance to equipment as per needed by the Photo Equipment Room Technologist. Flexible hours; possible evenings and weekends.

What You\'ll Be Doing

• Performing Rental Check-in/outs;
• Handling Student/Faculty Requests, and problem-solving issues;
• Adhering to Service centers policies and procedures;
• Complying with Health and Safety Regulations;
• Prepping and Staging Rentals;
• Lifting up to 50lbs;
• Assisting in loading equipment into class and Studio Spaces related activities;
• Maintaining Inventory, Cleaning and organization of service centers;
• Staying up-to-date with new gear;
• Assisting OWSP (Ontario Work Study Plan) Students assigned to support service center;
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

About You

You have the skills and knowledge to work with an increasingly diverse student and staff population as well as a proven commitment to anti-oppression, equity, and inclusion.

Your collaborative spirit is balanced with your ability to take initiative and act independently to advance initiatives.

You are customer service oriented with the ability to analytically problem solve student issues.

You enjoy balancing many different tasks and can prioritize multiple projects while staying organized and maintaining a high level of attention to detail.

You have excellent oral and written communication skills.

The successful candidate will also meet the following qualifications:

• 2-year diploma/degree in Photography or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years technical experience in the field of photography, including the knowledge of electrical safety (or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience).
• Computer literacy, digital workflow, familiarity with appropriate software and studio equipment as well as manual dexterity is required.
• Experience in an educational environment will be considered an asset.

Who We Are:

Every member of the Sheridan community is passionate about the transformational role we play in people\'s lives. Our strategic plan, Sheridan 2024: Galvanizing Education for a Complex World ( ), charts a path towards a new ground-breaking model of higher education that reshapes post-secondary education and better prepares students for the future. We are committed to demonstrably advancing equity, diversity and inclusivity. Diversity is our strength and fuels our commitment to excellence. Across our campuses, we\'re making meaningful strides towards developing an equitable and inclusive community.

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Other Details
Faculty/Department: Faculty of Animation, Arts and Design
Campus Location: Trafalgar (may be assigned activities at any Sheridan campus). This position is currently working on-site.
Employee Group: Part-Time Support - Casual
Hourly Rate: $18.26 + 4% in lieu of benefits and vacation
Hours/Week: 24 hours
Hours: Monday - Sunday; hours are flexible between 7:30am - 8:00pm
Application Deadline: Open until filled

Sheridan is deeply committed to implementing the Calls to Action framed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nations, Anishinaabe Nation, Huron-Wendat and the Haudenosaunee Confederacy. Sheridan is situated on these lands, and it is our collective responsibility to honour and respect those who have gone before us, those who are here, and those who have yet to come. We are grateful for the opportunity to be working on this land.

Sheridan values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. Sheridan regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. Sheridan seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism, and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including those who identify as First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

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You may be asked to provide copies of your educational credentials at the time of interview. Upon hire, we require official confirmation of educational credentials and Canadian equivalency assessments, if applicable.

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