Class Assistant : Drawing & Painting Studios, Fall & Winter 2024 / 25

OCAD UniversityToronto, Ontario, CA

30+ days ago

Salary

CA$20.96 hourly

Job description

Class Assistant : Drawing & Painting Studios, Fall & Winter 2024 / 25 Job Code 3267 Department Facilities & Studio Services Employment Type Temporary / Contract Apply Now

OCAD University acknowledges the ancestral territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Haudenosaunee, the Anishinaabeg and the Huron-Wendat, who are the original owners and custodians of the land on which we work, stand and create.

OCAD University, Canada’s largest and oldest art and design university, is a vibrant community of bold, curious and compassionate artists, designers and scholars who are imagining and creating a joyful, equitable and sustainable world. The University is an internationally renowned hub for art, design, digital media, research, innovation and creativity, and arts administration. It embraces collaborative and interdisciplinary approaches to change-making through art, design-thinking curriculum and research, making OCAD U a local, regional, national and global leader in art and design.

Itisanexciting time to join the OCAD U community as the University is at a key stage in its institutional transformation, with the implementation of its Academic and Strategic Planand guiding principles — driving positive impact; decolonization, indigenization and equity; environmental sustainability; emerging as a vibrant hub; student centered approaches; innovation in learning teaching and research; and financial stewardship.

Reporting to the Manager, Studio Services, the Class Assistant (CA), Drawing & Painting Studios provides direct support to Drawing & Painting Technician and students, by ensuring the facilities support the operations of the department. The CA, Drawing & Painting Studios, maintains, monitors, prepares and supplies materials for students and faculty, and identifies opportunities for improvement. In addition, the CA Drawing & Painting Studios may conduct technical demonstrations and provide one-on-one technical assistance with student projects. This position has a mentorship component. With guidance from the Drawing & Painting Technician and faculty, the CA Drawing & Painting will expand their understanding of and capacity of drawing and painting media and the maintenance of studio equipment. Along with the studio staff team, it is the role of the CA, Drawing & Painting Studio to provide a safe and supportive studio environment for students to explore drawing and painting processes.

Summary of Responsibilities :

Work under the supervision of the Technician and Manager, Studio Services
Assist Faculty and Technicians with the preparation of equipment, materials, and supplies for classes or open studios, including demonstrations, as required
Supervise the Drawing & Painting studios
Assist in the maintenance and functional operations of equipment and studio facilities
Implement and adhere to safety procedures
Sign out equipment
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

Graduate of a post-secondary art / design program, or equivalent

Knowledge of drawing and painting mediums with an ability to resolve technical issues in the drawing and painting process

Knowledge of art terminology, history, styles and mediums

Knowledge of digital technology and most computer applications (Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office, etc.)

Creative thinker with general troubleshooting and problem-solving skills required

Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills with a proven track record of strong customer service

Demonstrated attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Terms of Employment : Per the OPSEU Unit 2 Collective Agreement, Class Assistants are appointed for one (1) year, with consideration given for subsequent appointments up to a maximum of three (3) years.

Hours of Work : Approximately 20-25 hours per week over the period of August 28, 2023 – May 10, 2024, excluding Winter shutdown. The weekly schedule is to be confirmed in consultation with the supervisor and may include some evening shifts.

Compensation : $20.96 per hour (plus 8% in lieu of benefits and vacation pay, per the provisions of the Employment Standards Act)

Applications should include :

A current CV

A cover letter outlining relevant skills and suitability

The names of three (3) references.

Please upload all three (3) components as one PDF . Please name your upload : FirstName_LastName-Job Code