The Studio Assistant will work closely with the Studio Manager to print client jobs, manage printing services, and maintain a conducive artistic environment for all who utilize our studio. While this role is primarily a printing position, the Assistant will also help maintain facilities, equipment, and supplies, and provide broad support for our studio offerings. The Studio Assistant must be well-versed in multiple printmaking processes and possess strong attention to artistic and material detail.

This position is a 16-hour-per-week position, with the possibility of additional hours for client publishing.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assists the Spudnik Publishing & Commercial Printing Program
• Communicates with clients from initial inquiry through proofing, project completion, and delivery
  Works closely with artists and clients to print projects and editions
• Helps document projects and processes for marketing and promotion, especially for special artist collaborations and artworks added to the Spudnik store
• Leads authorization sessions for staff and studio users; processes forms and maintains the digital database of authorized users
• Assists with the training, management, and scheduling of volunteers serving as Open Studio Monitors; helps manage the Studio Monitor Program
• Helps manage studio reservations and equipment check-out systems
• Manages inventory: reviews press inventory and orders supplies for classes and workshops
• Facilitates community events and organizes printing demos for open houses
• Helps facilitate exhibitions, bi-monthly community meetings, and fundraisers

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Experience working collaboratively within a small team
• Administrative and customer service experience highly preferred
• Mastery of fine art printmaking processes, especially screenprinting and risography; familiarity with letterpress, etching, relief, and bookmaking is preferred
• Outgoing demeanor and strong communication skills
• Self-starter, comfortable working independently; experience self-generating projects

We are seeking someone who is ambitious, driven, and interested in growing with our organization. Staff are expected to bring passion and integrity to their work while enjoying the community of creative artists, makers, students, and teachers that contribute to Spudnik Press. Please note that the interview process will include an online interview, as well as the completion of an in-person print job (the in-person part of this process will be paid).

To apply please send a resume, cover letter, and optional: 5 printed work samples (samples can be your own print work or work you have produced for clients) to info@spudnikpress.org with the subject line ‘Studio Assistant Application.’ You may also direct any questions you have about this position or the application process to this email.

Spudnik Press Cooperative is committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive, and welcoming community. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We recognize that research shows many qualified candidates—particularly women and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC)—may hesitate to apply unless they meet every listed qualification. At Spudnik Press, we value potential, lived experience, and a willingness to learn. If you believe you have the skills and passion to succeed in this role, we strongly encourage you to apply.

 

Benefits

Accrued paid time off and up to eleven paid holidays per year depending on schedule. Staff also receive keyholder access to our facilities and waived class tuition