
Inkjet Print Assistant
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Description
Small team at artist’s studio seeking freelance printing assistant for creation of fine art inkjet editions & various exhibition-related projects. Estimated starting hours are 16-24hrs/week and must be within office hours (M-F, 9am – 5pm.) Possibility to step into role further during staff member’s leave of absence. Job located in Los Angeles, Hollywood area.
Responsibilities
- Inkjet print proofing & editioning
- Inspect every print for color consistency, surface condition, ink loss or banding, paper integrity
- Daily maintenance of printers
- Track supply inventory
- Maintain studio organization & cleanliness
- Prep materials & glassine
- Precise trimming of prints
- File preparation, retouching, & proper resizing for print
- Various administrative tasks
Requirements
- Familiar with inkjet printing practices
- Experience operating large format printers, preferred familiarity with Epson
- Knowledge of printer profiling and RIP programs
- Skilled with Adobe PS, knowledge of digital color theory & retouching capabilities
- General art handling experience, emphasis on works on paper
- A natural eye for attention to detail
- Experience with digital photo archiving & inventory record-keeping. Filemaker experience a bonus
- Ability to lift 30lbs
- Proficient in Mac OS
- Must work well with others on a small team
Preferred Qualifications:
- 3+ years of professional experience in an artist’s studio
- BA/BFA in Photography, Printmaking, or other higher education-related focus
How to apply
Email brief cover letter, 1-page resume, & link to website/portfolio if you have one to studioprintassist478@gmail.com.