Teaching Artist & Studio Assistant in Rochester, NY

Printmaking & Book Arts Teaching Artist & Studio Assistant
Job Summary:
● Teach classes, workshops, custom programs, and private lessons in the Printmaking &
Book Arts department
● Assist the Director in maintaining the studio environment, specifically letterpress equipment
and related materials
Reports to: Director of Printmaking & Book Arts

Knowledge/Skills Required:
● Basic knowledge of the Printmaking and Book Arts field including relief printing, intaglio,
letterpress, papermaking, bookbinding, and screen printing and their related histories
● Ability to teach a variety of processes and develop new curriculum
● Ability to maintain a clean and safe studio environment and model best practices to
students and studio users
● Willingness to teach youth
● Cleaning and organization skills

Responsibilities:
● Teach classes, workshops, and private lessons on an as-needed basis
● Maintain, clean, and organize studio spaces
● Customer service and facility tours
● Available to work occasional evenings and weekend hours

Minimum Qualifications:
● 2+ years experience teaching a range of ages and skill levels
● Bachelor’s Degree in Studio Art, preferably in printmaking and book arts related
disciplines
● Extensive knowledge of printmaking, letterpress, and book arts-related processes
● Positive attitude, flexibility, team player

Hours: 35 hours

Please email your cover letter and resume to:
Megan Sullivan
Director of Printmaking & Book Arts
msullivan@flowercityarts.org