Master Printer

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Job Title: Master Printer

Department:Administration-Printing Operations

FLSA Status: Exempt – 40 hours

Moon Crater Press invites applications for the position of Master Printer to begin February 2026. The candidate will print collaboratively for established and emerging artists and print artist editions of intaglio including aquatint and photogravure. They will be expected to have working knowledge of lithographic processes.

The Master Printer will take responsibility for the development of the print studio. The ground floor is 30’ x 40’ sq. ft. and the upstairs studio is 30’ x 20’ sq. ft. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Available housing is adjacent to the print studio. No pets are allowed.

Interested candidates should submit the following materials below as a single PDF document to  and

• Portfolio of collaborative work
• Full contact information for three references (letters requested only for finalists)

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL AND PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(Include the following: other duties may be assigned)

• Studio Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for the studio. Collaborate with visiting Oversee infrastructure, including equipment maintenance (presses, exposure units, ventilation systems), inventory management, and ordering of supplies and materials.
• Safety and Compliance: Establish and enforce strict health and safety protocols for all studio users, including chemical handling, hazardous waste disposal, and general shop practices.
• House Management: Coordinate building maintenance, facility upkeep, and general infrastructure troubleshooting in collaboration with the Studio

• Residency Direction: Serve as the main liaison for visiting artist
• Artist Coordination: Oversee the logistical needs of visiting artists, including scheduling, studio access, material sourcing, and public-facing events (e.g., lectures, demonstrations).
• Community Engagement: Function as an ambassador for the studio, cultivating and maintaining relationships with university departments, other arts organizations, the local community.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability expected. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Enthusiasm for and knowledge of contemporary art
• High diligence and accuracy
• Competent written and verbal communication skills
• Creative and analytical thinker with the capacity to take initiative, to work independently, as a collaborator, and part of a team
• Available to accommodate the varying schedules of team members and projects

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, staff,

BENEFIT OFFERINGS

• Health Insurance Reimbursement Allowance
• 401 (k) retirement plan with an employer match

REASONING ABILITY

• Dependable and able to prioritize tasks to complete projects by due dates
• Able to supervise, train, and collaborate effectively with other employees

DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel;

reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must consistently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.