Printmaking Monitor (Spring 2027)

Montserrat; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Montserrat in Beverly, MA is seeking Printmaking Monitors for the Spring Semester 2027 (with possible extension). The positions support the Printmaking Lab and Letterpress Studio; 1–2 openings; pay is $15 per hour.

You will supervise student sign-ins, complete nightly duties checklists, assist with equipment, maintain presses and inks, and follow safety procedures. Strong communication, willingness to ask questions, and a background in printmaking are strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to ask questions when they don’t know or understand something.
• Candidates should be comfortable enforcing rules and procedures among peers.
• Strong background in Printmaking strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow opening and closing procedures and oversee sign-in/sign-out in Picktime.
• Complete nightly monitor duties checklists and shift-specific tasks.
• Assist students with equipment issues in Printmaking Lab and Letterpress Studio.
• Check and maintain presses and ink levels, fill solvent bottles, and inventory supplies cabinets.
• Maintain organization of Letterpress Studio, type, and rollers.
• Observe and follow emergency procedures as needed.
• Other duties may be assigned by supervisor.
• Communicate issues promptly to the supervisor.

Skills

Communication

Independent work

Rule enforcement

Education

Printmaking concentrator preferred

Tools

Printmaking equipment

Ink supplies

Job description

Department: Printmaking

Supervisor: Joseph Saunders

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

Term: Spring Semester 2027, with the possibility of extension through Spring 2025 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 space.

Learning Outcomes:

• Ability to work independently
• Learn to manage a studio space and equipment
• Takes ownership of work duties and responsibilities and ensures 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 such as: Printmaking presses, screen printing equipment, inks and chemicals, and letterpress presses.
• 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 35 lb, and handling heavy printmaking equipment.

Number of Positions: 1-2 open positions. Printmaking concentrator strongly preferred or strong background in printmaking

Contact: Joe Saunders, [e-mail]

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 relationships build and thrive on 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.