GPA - Graphic Design, MFA
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Overview
Job Title:
Graduate Program Assistant (MFA in Graphic Design)
Department:
Office of Graduate Studies
Division:
Academic Affairs
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Reports to:
Director of Academic Operations, Office of Graduate Studies
General purpose:
Graduate Program Assistants (GPAs) support their Program Director to ensure the effective operation of their program. GPAs serve as graduate student leaders and work collaboratively with each other and the Office of Graduate Studies to promote dialogue, the exchange of information, and timely communications between students, directors, and the Office of Graduate Studies.
Two (2) GPA positions are available within GDMFA beginning Fall 2024 for incoming first-year students in the program. GPAs are expected to commit to at least two semesters of service (Fall 2024 and Spring 2025).
Summary of Essential Functions
Responsibilities as outlined below in Essential Duties & Responsibilities and Program-Specific Duties.As student leaders in the graduate community, GPAs are required to uphold graduate policies, procedures and standards.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Attend and participate in GPA Training, Graduate Student Orientation, Student Voice Association and Graduate Student Council Meetings and Town Halls, and regular check-in meetings with the Office of Graduate Studies, including a minimum of two (2) Graduate Studies-sponsored leadership development opportunities, workshops, and/or discussion sessions over the course of the academic year.Support the Office of Graduate Admission during Graduate Admission Open House and Visit Days.Communicate important information from the Program Director and Office of Graduate Studies to students.Resolve student and programmatic issues, concerns, and solutions in dialogue with the Program Director.Monitor your program's shared spaces to ensure they are being used, cleaned, and shared in a responsible way; report any issues to the Program Director, Operations Coordinator, and/or MICA Facilities.Support Program Director with an annual series of programmatic activities including lectures, dinners, and hosting visiting artists and critics on campus. Related administrative duties including documentation of activities and updating the program's social media and mica.edu website pages may apply.Support Program Directors and the Office of Graduate Admission with various tasks related to the admission process including arranging for prospective student visits of the facilities.Report technical issues to Technology Systems and Service (TSS).Report maintenance issues to the Operations Coordinator and/or MICA Facilities.Program-Specific Duties:
Help keep all shared GDMFA spaces tidy (406 + 408 studios, production room, kitchen, 413 classroom) including requesting housekeeping services and enforcing good behavior from fellow designers.Assist in coordinating Visiting Artist visits; meeting guests, escorting to parties, arranging accommodations, and scheduling/setting up classrooms.Assist in the planning and implementation of Visiting Artist luncheons and dinners, including ordering and picking up food.Keep track of supplies and make sure needed supplies are ordered in a timely fashion.Help to ensure equipment and pedestal orders are placed in a timely fashion for thesis exhibition.Report problems with security and housekeeping to GD Administrative Assistant and Program Directors as needed.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
GPAs will communicate clearly and courteously and respond quickly, maintaining sensitivity to the needs and cultures of individual graduate programs.GPAs will have a strong work ethic and must be prompt, focused, self-motivated, flexible. Must respond well to feedback and work towards a stress-free environment.GPAs will be able to work both independently and collaboratively.Focal Roles
Beyond the general shared GPA duties described above, there are focal roles assigned to each of our 4 GPA's that they will concentrate efforts on. As you consider applying for a GPA position, consider which roles you are particularly well-equipped to serve in.
Social Media
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This role regularly posts to Instagram reflecting the events, culture, and creative work of our program. Key skills are an easy, curious social interest and aptitude, skilled photography, and excellent writing ability for distilled and accurate captions. (Position filled).Catering + Culture
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This role handles catering for visiting guest designer workshop weekends and special events; and organizes cohort social gatherings such as monthly birthday celebrations. A good fit for this role is someone with culinary interest who is efficient, organized, and excellent at venue research, ordering, and follow-through. (Position filled).Supplies + Equipment
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This role oversees program resources and supplies, including making sure our kitchen, office, printing and paper supplies are always in stock and available, especially in advance of department hall exhibitions, weekend workshops, and grad show thesis printing and prep. Supply sheets and protocols are in place and support from GD tech staff person Karl Ericksen make this role an easier lift. Key skills needed for this role are interest and facility with equipment, excellent organizational skills, strong and consistent follow through (2 Positions available).Minimum qualifications:
Enrollment as a student in the GDMFA program Class of 2026 (starting first year Fall 2024).Student Performance Policy
The Office of Graduate Studies and Program Directors evaluate individual performance and attendance at required GPA events throughout the semester. Continuation in the GPA Program requires your consistent adherence to the roles and responsibilities listed above. The Office of Graduate Studies expects GPAs to participate in all required events and activities. Inconsistent participation can lead to dismissal from the GPA Program. If you are dismissed from your role as a GPA, your status as a student in your graduate program will not be affected.
Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to fifteen (15) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Work environment: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.Required training: GPA training and orientation.
Maryland Institute College of Art is committed to its policy of providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam-era, or otherwise). Furthermore, the College does not tolerate any form of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment or sexual violence. This policy applies to all programs, facilities, and activities provided by Maryland Institute College of Art, including but not limited to admission, educational programs, and employment.
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MICA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 410-225-2363.