A Photo Laboratory Technician manages customer orders for printing photos and developing film, operates film processing equipment and assists customers that use photo lab equipment. Coordinates technical support for photo lab equipment. Works at a photo lab station in a retail store or retail pharmacy.
Required the Internship Panopticon Imaging is a professional photographic ing, film processing, darkroom, scanning, and custom framing lab located in Rockland, Massachusetts. We are seeking a motivated photography student or emerging photographer interested in gaining hands-on experience in a working professional photo lab. This internship offers an opportunity to learn how a professional photographic lab operates while working alongside practicing artists and experienced imaging professionals. Interns will be exposed to both analog and digital photography workflows, from film intake and processing through scanning, ing, finishing, quality control, and order fulfillment. Panopticon Imaging is a one-stop photographic shop providing film processing, darkroom ing, digital ing, film scanning, digital restorations, custom framing, matting, and mounting. We work with a diverse range of clients, including local, national, and international photographers, artists, educators, institutions, historical archives, and museums. Our staff are practicing artists themselves, and we take pride in producing work that meets a high standard of technical quality and craftsmanship. What You'll Learn This internship provides practical experience with the technical and creative processes behind professional photographic production. Depending on experience and training, interns may gain hands-on exposure to: Film processing and darkroom workflows
35mm, medium format, and large-format film
Film scanning and digital file preparation
Professional photographic ing
Image editing and basic digital retouching
Color and image quality control
Artwork finishing, mounting, and framing
Artwork and order handling
Client service andmunication
Professional lab workflow and production management
Small business operations Responsibilities Interns will assist with the day-to-day operations of the photographic lab, including: Assisting with film intake andanization, including labeling, logging, and preparing film for processing
Supporting film processing and darkroom workflows under supervision
Assisting with film scanning, fileanization, and basic image cleanup
Preparing digital files and materials for ing and finishing
Participating in quality-control checks for scans, s, andpleted orders
Assisting with studio and lab maintenance, including cleaning work areas,anizing equipment and tools, and restocking supplies
ing with order packing, client pickups, and shipping preparation
Providing general operational support to keep the labanized and running efficiently
Learning about workflow management, scheduling, clientmunication, and other aspects of running a small creative business
Qualifications:
Qualifications & Skills Current photography students are strongly preferred. Candidates should have a working knowledge of photography and an interest in learning professional photographic production.
Ideal candidates will have:
Working knowledge of photography and photographic processes
Strong attention to detail and a careful, methodical approach to work
An interest in film photography, darkroom processes, and/or digital imaging
Stronganizational skills
Goodmunication and customer service skills
Ability to work independently and follow detailed instructions
Willingness to learn new technical processes
Reliability and a positive, collaborative attitude Experience with the following is a plus: Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Lightroom
Adobe Bridge
Film processing or darkroom ing
Film scanning
Digital ing
Social media and content creation Academic Credit Requirement This is an unpaid internship and must bepleted for academic credit. Applicants must be able to receive school credit through their college or university. We cannot accept applicants who are unable to receive academic credit for this internship. Transportation Applicants must have reliable transportation to our Rockland, Massachusetts location. The lab is not conveniently accessible by public transportation.
