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Bucknell

Art Assistant in Printmaking

College Park, PA · On-site

Art Assistant in Printmaking Position Type: Part time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 25 Categories: Staff Non-exempt Job Summary: Bucknell University is seeing an Art Assistant in Printmaking. The primary ...

Printing Hut

Screen Printer

Absecon, NJ · On-site

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

Printing Hut ( , a fast growing screen printing / design studi o that specializes in Fast & Affordable Custom Screen Printing. We are headquartered in Abescon, NJ. We are looking for skilled, dynamic ...

Wolfe Screen Printing

Screen Printer

Murrysville, PA

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

We are looking for an experienced screen printer to join our team. This is a part time position 15-20hrs per week. Experience in manual press printing & multi color set up necessary. Wolfe Screen ...

Shapco Printing, Inc.

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Printing Press Operator

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$30 - $44/hr

Shapco Printing -- Golden Valley, MN Top Pay: $44.00/Hour (Depending on Experience) The Role: Master Offset Press Operator Join Shapco Printing, Minnesota's most awarded printer, in a high-caliber ...

Wolfe Screen Printing

Screen Printer

Murrysville, PA

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

We are looking for an experienced screen printer to join our team. This is a part time position 15-20hrs per week. Experience in manual press printing & multi color set up necessary. Wolfe Screen ...

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How much do printmaking jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for printmaking in the United States is $16.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Printmaker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Printmaker, you need a solid grounding in art and design principles, strong manual dexterity, and usually a degree in fine arts or a related field. Familiarity with printmaking techniques (such as etching, lithography, or screen printing), as well as experience using presses, inks, and digital design software, is essential. Creativity, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills help set outstanding printmakers apart. These competencies ensure high-quality, original prints and the ability to troubleshoot technical challenges in the creative process.

What is printmaking?

Printmaking is an artistic process that involves transferring images from a matrix, such as a woodblock, metal plate, or screen, onto another surface, usually paper or fabric. The process allows artists to create multiple originals of a single image, known as prints, each considered an original work of art. There are various printmaking techniques, including relief, intaglio, lithography, and screen printing, each offering unique possibilities for artistic expression. Printmakers often experiment with color, texture, and layering to achieve diverse effects in their work.

What Are Printmaking Jobs?

Printmaking jobs focus on working to create prints using a variety of techniques that transpose an image onto a surface. As a printmaker, you may work with woodblock prints, silk screening, digital printmaking programs, lithography, etching, or engraving. Your duties could focus on creating fine art prints, commercial art, t-shirts, or other types of art and media. You can find most jobs in a printing studio, but once you have experience, you can also teach a printmaking class as part of an art program at a college or university.

What are some common challenges printmakers face when working on collaborative projects?

Printmakers often collaborate with artists, designers, and other creatives, which can present challenges such as aligning on artistic vision, managing shared studio resources, and coordinating production timelines. Effective communication is key to ensuring everyone’s ideas are respected and integrated into the final piece. Additionally, printmakers must be adaptable in their techniques to accommodate various styles and materials, making collaboration both rewarding and complex.

What is the difference between Printmaking vs Graphic Designer?

AspectPrintmakingGraphic Designer
CredentialsArt or Fine Arts degree, specialized printmaking certificationsDesign or Visual Arts degree, graphic design certifications
Work EnvironmentArt studios, print shops, galleriesOffices, advertising agencies, digital studios
Industry UsageFine arts, limited commercial useAdvertising, branding, digital media

Printmaking involves creating artworks through various print techniques, often in art-focused environments. Graphic designers focus on visual communication for commercial purposes, working primarily in digital and print media. While both require artistic skills, printmaking emphasizes traditional craft, whereas graphic design centers on digital tools and branding.

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Infographic showing various Printmaking job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 28% Full Time, 66% Part Time, and 6% Temporary. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $33,506 per year, or $16.1 per hour.
Adjunct, Printmaking

Adjunct, Printmaking

Lewis and Clark Community College

Godfrey, IL • On-site

Part-time

PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Benjamin Godfrey Campus
Job Type: Adjunct
Job Number: 202400012
Department: Academic Affairs
Division: Adjunct Faculty
Opening Date: 06/18/2026
Funding Source: Institutional
Email: humanresources@lc.edu
Scope of Position
Lewis and Clark Community College is currently seeking an Adjunct, Printmaking to work on the Godfrey, IL campus. LC's Mission is to empower people by raising aspirations and fostering achievement through dynamic, compassionate and responsible learning experiences. If you believe this description fits you, then please apply!
Key Measurable Expectations (KMEs)
  • Create, administer, and grade assignments of LC students;
  • Calculate and submit grades for students;
  • Collaborate with Professors on coursework;
  • Stay current on material in the needed field of study;
  • Provide support and guidance for students as needed.

Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
  • Masters degree in Fine Arts with a concentration in printmaking;
  • Ability to teach fundamentals of printmaking techniques in relief and intaglio and monotype methods;
  • Ability to teach woodcut, etching, engraving, and lithography;
  • Excellent verbal and oral communication skills;
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to lift 15-25lbs and bending.
  • Submit your portfolio with 10-15 images of your artwork and 15-20 images of your student's projects in PDF format.

Preferred Qualifications
  • At least one year of college-level teaching experience.
  • Ability to teach other classes such as lecture course of Intro. to Visual Are and/or studio course of Basic Design.
For content matter questions, please contact:
Angela Hung, Associate Professor
ahung@lc.edu
For Academic Year 2025-2026, the pay rate for adjunct faculty is $838 per lecture-equivalent hour.
Lewis & Clark Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, LCCC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. It is also the policy of the College to prohibit any form of harassment based on an individual's protected status, such as gender, color, race, ancestry, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation or other protected group status as defined by law. If interested, please contact the Human Resource Department, Erickson Hall - Room 107.
In accordance with the Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLFAWA), effective January 1, 2024, eligible part-time team members* working for the College are entitled to paid leave.
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Do you have the ability to teach woodcut, etching, engraving, and lithography?
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Do you have the ability to teach other classes such as lecture course of Into to Visual Art and/or studio course of Basic Design?
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Do you have the ability to teach fundamentals of printmaking techniques in relief and intaglio and monotype methods?
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Can you submit your portfolio with 10-15 images of your artwork and 15-20 images of your student's projects in PDF format?
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