TC2 Loom Student Technician
On-siteBaltimore, Maryland, United States
Baltimore, Maryland, United StatesOn-sitePart TimeEntry LevelMedium
Part TimeEntry LevelMedium
Job Summary
Perform weekly equipment cleaning and maintenance on the TC2 loom, including warp cut-offs, tie-ons, and sectional warping. Document woven yardage in a shared spreadsheet, maintain stock of weaving name tags, and organize yarn. Demonstrate proper warp maintenance and troubleshooting techniques to students during weekly work hours. Communicate any equipment issues to the Studio Manager and TC2 faculty in a timely manner. Assist faculty in recording technical videos for TC2 users and help the Research Technician with loom prep tasks. Perform other relevant duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Current MICA student
- Previous work experience
- Excellent communication skills
- Have floor loom weaving experience
- Demonstrated practical understanding of responsible TC2 use and warp maintenance
- Knowledge of: Weaving Techniques (Floor loom, Tapestry, Backstrap and/or TC2)
- Adobe Photoshop
- Good mechanical sensibility
- Attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills
- Sensitive to student needs
- Ability to: Communicate with the studio community of students, faculty, and staff in a timely manner
- Ability to: Demonstrate proper warp maintenance and troubleshooting techniques to TC2 users
- Must occasionally lift up to (50) pounds
- Close vision
- Distance vision
- Color vision
- Peripheral vision
- Depth perception
- Ability to adjust focus
- Background Check
Desired Qualifications
- 1+ year of TC2 experience
- 1+ year of weaving experience
- Portfolio demonstrating proficient skills and techniques of TC2 Loom
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