SUMMARY:

The Printshop Assistant is responsible for assisting the MCAD Printshop and Paper Studio Director in providing administrative, technical, training and course support with day-to-day studio operations, by providing general assistance to MCAD students/faculty/staff.The Printshop Assistant must be sensitive to college needs, employee and student goodwill, and overall brand equity of MCAD as an employer and educational institution.

DETAILS: This is a part time, non-exempt, benefit eligible position, expected to work 25 hours a week. This position reports to Printshop and Paper Studio Director and is paid $16 hourly.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administrative:
  • Assists Director by staffing the studios during open hours and performs daily studio upkeep and maintenance.
  • Provides assistance to the MCAD community regarding proposals, access, and projects.
  • Assists Director with access list, inventory, recordkeeping, deliveries, coordinating projects.
  • Assists Director with check out/tracking of studio tools and equipment.
  • Maintains, updates, and designs new studio documents.
  • Collaborates with various departments of the college in relation to the Printshop in support of college initiatives.
  • Coordinates account payments and supply orders.
  • Provides training to hourly staff.
• Course support:
  • Assists Director with studio preparation for classes on a daily basis by taking note of the needs of the studio per faculty syllabi.
  • Assists Director with specific preparation for classes including maintaining acids, chemicals, grounds, and pulp.
  • Assists Director with test plates and prints for calculating exposure times.
  • Assists Director with studio building projects to support the Print Paper Book curriculum.
  • Assists Director and other staff with deep cleaning tasks during the semester breaks.
  • Runs errands to get Printshop and Paper Studio supplies.
• Technical:
  • Assists the Director and studio users with technical support.
  • Assists the Director with demonstrating print, paper, book processes as assigned.
  • Assists the Director with communicating proper safety procedures by meeting classes and updating SDS.
  • Acts as a resource for students during open hours, and assists with questions and helps with troubleshooting.
• Assistance with Printshop/Paper Studio Special Events and workshops.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Represents MCAD’s vision, purpose, and values in day to day work and interactions with MCAD students, staff, faculty, and campus guests, as well as the greater community.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• BA degree in related field, MFA preferred.
• Two or more years experience in advanced printmaking, papermaking, and bookmaking required.
• Studio experience, training, or coursework in screen printing, intaglio, lithography, woodcut, photogravure, papermaking, print installation, print media, bookbinding, letterpress, and typesetting.
• Experience working within a higher education environment is preferred.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Strong problem solving skills, communication skills and technical aptitude.
• Computer skills, including Adobe Creative Cloud and Google Docs.
• Adaptable to change
• Ability to lift, carry and perform standing and seated tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate communication and collaborate across departments.
• Positive attitude, able to work well with various personality types.

ENVIRONMENT: This position operates in a professional office environment. This position requires the ability and willingness to closely partner with team members and colleagues in other departments. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

BENEFITS: MCAD’s community of staff and faculty enjoy a dynamic, creative, and inclusive work environment. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, and 403(b) retirement plans, commuter benefits, and employer paid basic life insurance policy, short term and long-term disability coverage.
MCAD promotes work life balance with 14 paid holidays, an additional two personal holidays, accrued vacation time, accrued vacation time, accrued sick time, volunteer time off, as well as additional summer days.
In addition, after one year of service, part-time employees and their eligible dependents can receive free tuition at MCAD, as well as the potential to receive reduced tuition at more than 600 colleges nationwide.

BACKGROUND: Founded in 1886, Minneapolis College of Art and Design is located in the rich creative community of the Twin Cities. Recognized nationally and internationally for its innovative approaches to art and design education, MCAD is home to approximately 800 students from 45 states and 15 countries. The college offers bachelor’s degrees in fourteen disciplines including arts entrepreneurship, design, fine arts, and media arts; one MFA; three online master’s degrees; and continuing education classes for all ages. Through the core curriculum, students focus on their careers and craft by learning technical and professional skills while developing their creative leadership capabilities.

MCAD is especially interested in candidates from under-represented groups as well as individuals who have experience with diverse populations who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the MCAD community. MCAD welcomes diversity of identity, experience, and thought. Members of marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.