Overview

The Creative Technology Assistant will work in the Innovation Garage in the Auraria Library providing support to campus students, faculty, and staff. Applicants with experience in only one area are encouraged to apply, with the expectation that they will train in the other areas of responsibility during scheduled shifts. The Creative Technology Assistant collaborates with the Creative Technologies Services Unit, other student staff, and the Ask Us desk to deliver quality, courteous, and responsive customer service in support of public-facing spaces.

Reports To

Creative Technology Services Manager

Job Duties

  •  Engages Innovation Garage users, assisting with answering questions and providing a positive user experience.
  • Assist users with design and multimedia production software, including Adobe Creative Cloud software with a heavy emphasis in Adobe Photoshop.
  • Assist users with design and multimedia production equipment, including printers, vinyl plotter, and 3D printers.
  • Support an environment of creativity and exploration.

Other

  • Other duties as assigned.

Hours

  • 4-5 hours weekly, Monday-Friday

Compensation

  • $18.29 hourly

Minimum Qualifications

  • Enrolled in at least one (graduate level) credit hour at a higher education institution.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience delivering customer service.
  • Experience with one or more of the following: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or InDesign; experience with maker technology such as vinyl plotting, sewing, or other fine arts, experience with 3D modeling software such as Blender, Maya, or Rhinocerous; experience with 3D printing and troubleshooting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Desired Start & End Dates 

  • Start date: April 1st, 2024.

Application Instructions & Availability 

Applicants, please send resume and course schedule by 3/27/2024 to alhrstnd@ucdenver.edu.