- New York, NY, USA
- 21 per hour Hourly rate may be adjusted with commensurate experience.
- Hourly
- Part Time
Department: SVA RisoLAB & MFA Visual Narrative
Reports To: RisoLAB Manager
Position Overview: This position will involve supervising the RisoLAB printing facility during open lab hours, monitoring the use of the machines, maintaining a clean and orderly facility, and assisting students with print projects and any technical printing issues that may arise.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- General maintenance of Risograph Duplicators
- Regular cleaning of machines and facilities
- Replace consumables and worn down parts
- Monitor equipment for any technical issues and making minor adjustments and repairs as needed
- Assist students using the equipment as needed
- Advanced troubleshooting as printing problems arise
- Keep the RisoLAB scheduling system regularly updated
- Track and log supplies and inventory and update a daily log to keep the RisoLAB Manager aware of any supplies that need re-ordering
- Maintain RisoLAB social media accounts and update regularly with documentation of student work and activity
- Assist the RisoLAB Manager as needed for various tasks, including printing promotional posters for the Lab
Qualifications:
- BFA with related knowledge of print media
- Strong background in either Risograph printing or traditional printmaking and/or offset or digital press operations
- Experience preparing files for printing, including color separations, Duotone, and Process/CMYK printing
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite programs
- Experience working with students studying techniques that involve combining technical and creative skills
- Patience in assisting students with various levels of technical knowledge and ability
- A pleasant and welcoming demeanor
- Interest in, knowledge of, and experience with zine culture, small press activity, small-scale publishing, and art-related print media
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to handle simultaneous projects, small and large, in a fast-paced environment
- Experience and basic proficiency with hand tools
- Must be self-motivated and disciplined
- Strong graphic design skills a plus, but not required
Please upload your resume and a cover letter that discusses why you think you'd be suitable for this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
