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$17.25 - $22/hr

... Darkroom photography lab technicians are responsible for the general safety and upkeep of ... is an entry level position, little to no experience required, all training will be provided ...

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As of Jul 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level darkroom in the United States is $49,574.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $54,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Student Lab Assistant [Art] I _On-Campus FWS

GW Student

On-site

$17.25 - $22/hr

Other

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

Position Information

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If this position title includes the label On-Campus FWS or Off-Campus FWS, it is for students with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award for the current school year ONLY. Applicants to these positions will be required to verify this by attaching their FWS Program Student Statement as a required document. Do not apply unless you meet this criterion.

Position Title Student Lab Assistant [Art] I _On-Campus FWS Level of Support Student Support I Position Type On-Campus FWS Number of Openings 10 Work Hours During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm), After Standard Business Hours (M-F after 5pm), Weekends (Saturday-Sunday) Wage Per Hour 18.40 Division/School Columbian College of Arts and Sciences Department Name 627206 CORCORAN SCHOOL STUDIO ARTS Department Bio
Darkroom Photography
Position Specific Summary
 Darkroom photography lab technicians are responsible for the general safety and upkeep of photographic labs which include wet silver and alternative processes. Techs serve as as ambassador of studio staff professionalism. 
Shifts may occur during classes, which involves preparing the lab, assisting in setup, and supporting faculty and students. Shifts that are outside of class time are to provide open studio and students completing out of class assignments. It is essential to be punctual and present during all shifts.  
Techs are responsible for:
  • daily cleaning
  • enforcing safe practices
  • film and print processing equipment checkout
  • general assistance to students, staff, and faculty


Standard Position Description
The student will perform basic laboratory duties and maintain supplies and stocks/inventory. Tasks may include: assisting in specific projects being completed in the lab, cleaning equipment, assisting and monitoring lab usage. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific departmental needs.
Professional Outcomes Communication, Leadership, Professionalism Required Qualifications
This is an entry level position, little to no experience required, all training will be provided (Students working in an instructional capacity should be very familiar with the subject area in which they are working).
Preferred Qualifications
Applicants should be organized, neat, detail-oriented, and have excellent people skills. All applicants should have at least one year of photography education or currently be enrolled in a darkroom photography class. Must have at least one day of evening and/or weekend availability.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 07/20/2026 Job Close Date 10/31/2026 Campus Location Foggy Bottom Work Type Designation In-Person Hiring Manager Name Kaitlin Jencso Special Instructions Summary EEO Statement
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment-free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.
For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.
Background Check
The student employee will: In this position, the student will not perform any functions and/or have access to any financially, safety, or security sensitive items listed above. - Background check not required.