Photographer/35mm Dark Room Film Developer/Instructor

Job Summary

Responsibilities

• Daily: Have knowledge of mixing and preparing all film development chemistry. Ensure all material and chemicals are prepped prior to the start of each session.
• Assign group seating prior to session.
• Ensure each film development station is set with supplies.
• Support with greeting and seating customers.
• Provide a formal introduction at the beginning of the event to welcome customers.
• Support with step-by-step film development instruction for a group of customers during live film development and darkroom printing.
• Announce dry breaks and refill.
• Call for self-serving options.
• Engage customers from stage and 1:1 while circulating the room.
• Ensure presence is strong and voice is projected at a reasonable volume.
• Manage the music throughout the event to ensure the energy is high.
• Manage the crowd to ensure all customers are able to see and hear the instruction.
• Manage the session to stay within assigned session time.
• Follow cleaning checklists to ensure company standards are met.

When Assisting

• Serve as cashier and server, providing drinking glasses at tableside.
• Restock throughout the session to ensure drinking glasses are clean and readily available.
• Act as the host of the party for a particular event.
• Place customer retail orders through the POS system and collect payment for all sales.
• Help customers 1:1 with any film development needs that arise.
• Take customer photos during and at end of session.
• Ensure customers are enjoying their experience overall.
• Follow cleaning checklists to ensure company standards are met.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Must be outgoing, personable and fun.
• Quick understanding of how to process and teach our film development and scanning sessions.
• Ability to be reliable and timely.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent sales and customer service skills.
• Thorough understanding of the company's products and/or services, and those of immediate competitors in the surrounding market.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace and Slack.
• Must have a reliable vehicle and valid driver license.
• Able to work nights and weekends as needed.
• Able to work 15-30 hours per week.

Experience/Education

• Must be 21 years or older.
• Experience in teaching in groups.
• Experience working in a social environment.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, bend.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

Sip & Develop is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity.