Part-Time Letterpress Studio Manager — Mentor Apprentices

Knox College; Galesburg (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision

FSA/ HSA/ FSA Dependent Care

Employer Paid Basic Life & LTD

Voluntary Life

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois, invites applications for the part-time Letterpress Studio Manager role in the Keiner Studio. This 9-month position supports the Creative Writing Program and Prairie Moon Press, overseeing operations, safety, and student projects.

The manager will train apprentices, promote studio work across the campus, and help integrate letterpress into courses. A Bachelor's degree is required, with experience in printmaking, design, or related fields.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Previous experience in printmaking, design, publication, or maintenance of simple machinery.
• Ability to work and communicate successfully with a diverse academic community with respect for multiple perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation, management, and promotion of the Keiner Letterpress Studio.
• Learn proper use of the letterpress equipment and oversee student projects.
• Support faculty who incorporate letterpress into courses.
• Promote letterpress activities on campus.
• Train and supervise new apprentices.

Skills

Printmaking

Design

Publication

Machinery upkeep

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois, invites applications for the part-time Letterpress Studio Manager role in the Keiner Studio. This 9-month position supports the Creative Writing Program and Prairie Moon Press, overseeing operations, safety, and student projects.

The manager will train apprentices, promote studio work across the campus, and help integrate letterpress into courses. A Bachelor's degree is required, with experience in printmaking, design, or related fields.