Colorado College is seeking applications for the Printer of The Press at Colorado College. The Press at CC is a letterpress and book arts studio, dedicated to education through the arts and histories of the book. The Press is part of CC’s library and is an interdisciplinary, imaginative, and creative enterprise. The Printer of The Press oversees all aspects of the Press’s mission and work.
Duties include:
Required Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Fine Art or Bachelor’s degree in Art with substantial corollary work in Fine Art; two years of related experience as a letterpress printer, book/graphic designer, small press publisher, and/or teacher of books arts; knowledge of platen and cylinder press operation; knowledge of basic press maintenance; knowledge of operation and maintenance of guillotine paper cutter and board shears; knowledge of printing with handset metal and wood type; proficiency with computer software programs such as Adobe CC, Microsoft Office; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to think critically and problem solve; handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion; good judgment and organizational skills; and excellent customer skills; ability to operate standard office equipment. Physical requirements include heavy physical effort (lifting/moving up to 100 pounds), prolonged standing, walking, reaching and/or grasping, carrying, pushing and/or pulling; exposure to noisy or dusty conditions, chemicals and solvents and mechanical, electrical and/or other hazards.
Preferred Qualifications:
Graphic and typographic design experience; photopolymer plate-making; bookbinding expertise; printmaking expertise; teaching skills and experience; experience in collaborative publishing.
Review of applications will begin after May 5, 2023. The full job description and application process are available here: https://employment.coloradocollege.edu/postings/6924