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How much do source 4 jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for source 4 in Chicago, IL is $78,483.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,900.00 and $86,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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What is a Source 4?

Source 4 jobs typically refer to positions related to the Source Four lighting fixture, which is commonly used in theatrical and stage lighting. These jobs can include lighting technicians, designers, and operators who work with Source Four equipment to create lighting effects for performances and events. Professionals in these roles are responsible for the setup, maintenance, and operation of Source Four lights, ensuring optimal illumination and creative design. Skills in electrical work, lighting design, and stage production are often required. The demand for such roles is prevalent in theaters, concert venues, and production companies.

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Infographic showing various Source 4 job openings in Chicago, IL as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,483 per year, or $37.7 per hour.

Material Source Manager, Coordination & Distribution

Art Institute of Chicago

Chicago, IL • On-site

$25 - $29.04/hr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 14 days ago


Art Institute Of Chicago rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

24th of 29 rated museums


Job description

About SAIC
For more than 150 years, the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) has been a leader in educating the world's most influential artists, designers and scholars. Located in downtown Chicago with a fine arts graduate program consistently ranking among the top four graduate fine arts programs in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, SAIC provides an interdisciplinary approach to art and design as well as world-class resources, including the Art Institute of Chicago Museum, on-campus galleries and state-of-the-art facilities. SAIC's undergraduate, graduate and post-baccalaureate students have the freedom to take risks and create the bold ideas that transform Chicago and the world-as seen through notable alumni and faculty such as Michelle Grabner, David Sedaris, Elizabeth Murray, Richard Hunt, Georgia O'Keeffe, Cynthia Rowley, Nick Cave, and LeRoy Neiman.
About the Department
Material Source is your partner in obtaining supplies for the making possibilities available at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Our stores provide convenient access to curriculum-driven and hard-to-source art materials across campus. We are located in or near many of SAIC's art-making facilities to help you explore the various media the school engages in.
Position Summary
Supervise the daily operations of the Material Source department storefronts by hiring and managing student employees, coordinating deliveries and restocking, and assisting in maintaining an accurate inventory of Material Source storefronts and storage spaces.
Responsibilities
Staff Administration
  • Hires, trains, supervises and provides leadership for student employees working in Material Source in coordination with the Assistant Director. Submit work authorizations and approve timesheets.
  • Coordinates student worker schedule to maintain regular hours for all Material Source storefronts.
  • Reconciles Point of Sale (POS) transactions by running daily reports and investigating any discrepancies. Provides additional corrective training to students as needed.

Orders and Delivery Coordination
  • Places orders for materials throughout the semester in coordination with the Material Source team. Reconciles payments in the school's expense management software and inventories all orders using the POS software.
  • Manages logistics of ordering, receiving and distributing bulk materials to and from campus. Coordinates with vendors, truck drivers, contractors and IRFM staff to ensure materials are received, restocked and moved safely using proper personal protective and material handling equipment.
  • Collaborates with partner departments such as Instructional Fabrication to ensure materials are stocked and delivered without disruption to operations.
  • Assists Manager of Inventory & Administration with distribution of stock to storefronts.

Branding and Appearance
  • In coordination with Assistant Director, maintain consistent branding for Material Source website, storefronts, promotional materials and signage.
  • Ensures storefronts are neatly maintained, items are properly packaged, labelled, fully stocked and ready for customers.

Qualifications
  • Minimum High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • 1-2 years of relevant experience in a visual arts studio, university art department or similar environment preferred
  • Excellent communication, organizational skills and customer service
  • Valid driver's license, ability to drive required
  • Computing skills such as Word, Excel, and using databases
  • Familiarity with a variety of art making and construction materials

Physical Requirements
  • Almost daily lifting with assistance of various goods of up to 100 lbs. each
  • Daily bending and twisting
  • Frequent pushing of a cart or of up to 500 lbs.
  • Frequent lifting of 25 lbs. from floor height to a shelf 4' high
  • Frequent walking several blocks between SAIC buildings
  • Ability to operate manual or powered hand pallet jacks, forklifts, banding tools, hand tools
  • Ability to climb a short ladder

Compensation & Benefits
Please click on the links below to view our competitive, comprehensive benefits package:
  • Hiring Range - $25.00 - $29.04 per hour

The expected hiring range is an estimated amount for positions based on the grade. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
  • Benefits
  • PTO Overview
  • Job Classification: Non-exempt
  • Employment Category: Full-time
  • Grade Level: 7

If you are accessing this listing from a third party, not all links to salary and benefits information may work. Please visit our career page at saic/artic.edu/employment for complete information
Application Instructions
Please submit your resume and cover letter to be considered for this position.
Union
This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by AFSCME Council 31.
Accessibility
If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information to request the appropriate accommodation by visiting the following page:
Accessibility Accommodation for Applicants
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Art Institute of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits, hires and promotes qualified individuals compliant with federal and state laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Department of Human Resources at apply_help@artic.edu.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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