Technical Specialist - Printmaking

This is an exciting time to join the team as we open our newly refurbished and extended Design Centre at York St John.

You will be required to work closely with students, technical specialists and the academic team. You will be responsible for the constant overview and maintaining of the specialist environments and equipment within the facility. You will also be expected to oversee key aspects of supported open learning and in lesson support, engaging with students to help facilitate and inspire their learning. You will deliver technical demonstrations, workshops and one to one guidance for students using your knowledge and experience in print making.

We are looking for someone with excellent interpersonal skills and has the following key skills:

Experience and knowledge of a range of print making processes including screen-print, lino, dry point etching, copper plate etching, letterpress, mono-print, cyanotype and collagraphy
Experience in delivering high quality, engaging and creative workshops/demonstrations, Disability Confident
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Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.

Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.

The Team

You will join the Specialist Technical team, providing dedicated support to students studying on the Art and Design suite of programmes, Fine Art, Photography, Illustration, Graphic Design, Interior Design and Product Design, Animation and Games Design.