• Provide design support for various Printed Matter programming initiatives, from designing event invitations and promotional postcards to conceptualizing exhibition identities and supporting on corresponding materials (wall vinyl, pamphlets, posters, etc.).

• Provide support to Printed Matter’s exhibition program, including cataloging, production assistance for accompanying print material, and on-site install.

• Provide support to Printed Matter’s publishing program, including assistance in administering the Emerging Artists Publication Series and other ongoing publication projects.

• Provide support on programming-related communications, writing concise texts in connection with Printed Matter events, editions and inventory; laying out email newsletters; and keeping website up to date.

• Support with promotional initiatives, including generating press releases and related material to secure coverage of Printed Matter activities; responding to ongoing press inquiries.

• Provide day-of support with Printed Matter’s schedule of in-store events, helping as needed with set-up and break-down.

• Passion for Printed Matter’s mission

• Engagement in contemporary artists’ books and publications and an understanding of the contemporary art publishing world

• Experience producing web and print design projects

• Excellent organizational skills with great attention to detail

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Ability to multitask, problem-solve, and work in a busy office setting

• Proficiency in design software (InDesign, Photoshop) and Microsoft Office

• Ability to perform physical work (e.g. lifting boxes of approx. 20 pounds)

Qualities:

• Strategic, creative and resourceful

• Hands-on, outgoing, personable and customer-service oriented

• Professional and diplomatic

• Passionate about mission driven work and public service