VRC Specialist
Department
Visual Resources Center (Art Department)
Job Title
VRC Specialist
Avg. Hours/Week
8
Specific Hours?
M-F, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. occasional assistance with after hours (5-7)
Job Classification
- Federal Work Study
Job Description
- Must possess good oral and written communication skills.
- Requires creativity and ability to work independently.
- Routine duties will vary by specific projects.
- Assists departments and organizations with marketing and distributing various publicity/promotional items.
- May also organize and conduct special events that may include ticket sales, design and produce print publications, gather, interpret and disseminate information.
- Typical duties include; filing, typing, sorting, collating, maintaining records, light clerical work, running errands, giving information, receiving and routing telephone calls, scheduling appointments, unpacking materials, assist with mail – sort, process, issue, deliver and load/unload, and operating office equipment.
- Assists with daily activities, exhibitions and special events.
- May proctor and grade tests, keep records, arrange equipment, and distribute materials for instructional and departmental purposes.
- Interest and/or connection to department
- May conduct research, check bibliographic information, proofreading, and indexing.
- Create content calendars, develop and distribute text and video-based content, monitor social media channels and support promotional and marketing efforts.
- Responsible for checking in and out A/V equipment and maintaining database records around inventory.
- No experience required – Will train.
- An interest or connection to the Department of Art or the visual arts preferred, but not required.
- Students with interest in computer science and communications are also encouraged to apply.
Learning Outcomes
- Effectively and efficiently convey and receive information, both formally and informally, using verbal, non-verbal and writing skills amongst various stakeholders.
- Enhance their time management, problem solving and, teamwork skills
- Develop practical competence through obtaining experience relating to their degree
- Demonstrate professional communication skills through writing or editing.
- Develop an understanding of professional cultures and expectations