HIRING - Lab Director, 2017!
Lab Director
Full Time Salary Position
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LATITUDE is looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable individual to join its team! The Lab Director is an integral part of the LATITUDE Team and influential to the non-profit’s development as it continues to grow. We are looking for someone with a passion for imaging technology and education, strong interpersonal and management skills, and the continuous drive to learn in a fast-paced environment.
General Responsibilities include:
- Manage the digital lab on a daily basis under the oversight of the Executive Director
- Hire, manage, educate, and mentor a volunteer staff of 15 Lab Assistants
- Oversee the lab experience of all DIY lab users with the support of Lab Assistants
- Manage and execute LATITUDE’s service bureau production, which includes printing, scanning, and advanced visualization work
- Act as the primary point of contact for the technical needs of Artists in Residence
- Occasionally lead educational workshops and/or one-on-one tutoring sessions
- Manage Lab Technician(s) on Service Bureau production, equipment maintenance, and development of best practices and education
- Work with Executive Director, staff, and fellows to guide the organization's growth and define needs and goals over time
- Complete all responsibilities with a focus on fostering an inclusive and welcoming lab environment; it is critical that the LD be approachable and patient with everyone that enters the space
LATITUDE is a 501(c)3 open digital lab and center for arts programming, with a special focus on photography, located in Chicago’s West Town neighborhood. The organization’s mission is twofold: first, to provide affordable access to high-end digital equipment and a production space for the creation of artwork, while offering technical assistance with production; and second, to organize a diverse range of social, educational, and professional programming dedicated to the arts. LATITUDE is also home to a competitive juried Artist in Residence program selecting 8-10 artists a year to receive a month of free access to the lab.
Salary range: $25,000-$27,000 commensurate with experience, with the potential for year-end bonus based upon performance..
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis with a priority deadline of April 2nd and final deadline of April 19th. Please submit a cover letter and resume to applications@latitudechicago.org.
Qualified candidates will sit down with members of our staff and board to discuss the position in April, with a start date in May 2018.
LATITUDE is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to intentionally creating a diverse and inclusive team. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.