Printmaking Monitor

Title: Printmaking Monitor

Department: Printmaking

Supervisor: Joseph Saunders

Hours needed each week: Mon-Thus 8pm-12am and Sat-Sun 4pm-8pm and 8pm-12am

Term: Fall Semester 2026, with the possibility of extension through Spring 2027 Semester

Pay: $15/hr

Summary: Printmaking Monitors provide access to the Printmaking Lab and Letterpress Studio
for students currently enrolled in Printmaking and Book Arts classes.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

➢ Follow opening and closing procedures and oversee the sign-in and sign-out of all
students in Picktime.

➢ Complete proper checklists of nightly monitor duties along with shift-specific duties.

➢ Assist students coming to the Printmaking Lab and Letterpress Studio who might have
issues with aspects of the equipment.

➢ Check and maintain presses, ink levels for all processes, fill solvent bottles, cut matte
board, inventory supplies cabinets.

➢ Check and maintain Letterpress Studio and equipment, along with making sure type is
organized and rollers are up.

➢ Observe emergency procedures based on events.

➢ Other duties may be assigned

➢ Must communicate well with the supervisor about issues or anything that arises in the
space.

Learning Outcomes:

➢ Ability to work independently.

➢ Learn to manage a studio space and equipment.

➢ Take ownership of work duties and responsibilities and ensure they are completed
accurately and on time.

➢ Students will build confidence in the skills and experiences related to their monitored
work environment.

➢ Proficiency in Printmaking/Letterpress Equipment, including printmaking presses, screen
printing equipment, inks and chemicals, and letterpresses.

➢ Diagnose technical problems through minor testing and troubleshooting.

The Print Lab prioritizes inclusivity and the ideal candidate is committed to making the Studio a
safe space for all. Candidates MUST be willing to ask questions when they don’t know or
understand something. Monitors must feel comfortable enforcing rules and procedures among
their peers.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands: Working with chemicals such as Feric and Nitric acid,
Oil Based ink, being able to lift 35lb and handling heavy printmaking equipment.

Number of Positions: 2-3 open positions. Printmaking concentrator strongly preferred or strong
background in printmaking

Contact: Joe Saunders –  [email protected]

Please submit a resume, letter of interest, and class schedule. If not included, the application will be ignored.

Attendance and Communication :

Student employees are expected to be present during their scheduled work hours. If you need
to be absent, advance notice to the supervisor(s) is required, except in the case of emergencies
(advance notice 24 hours, day of notice 2 hours before shift start time). Repeated tardiness or
absences may be grounds for disciplinary action by your supervisor(s) and can lead to
termination if the behavior goes unchanged. Inform your supervisor as soon as possible when
you are sick or requesting time off.

Strong Working relations build and thrive off effective communication between the supervisor
and employee. At the time of hire, your supervisor(s) will inform you of the ways they will contact
you and explain the process of calling out when sick.