Book Arts Lab Apprentice

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Hiring Unit:
Rare Books & Special Collections
Position Summary:

We’re looking for two undergraduate printing apprentices to work with us one afternoon per week, to help with the general operation and maintenance of the Book Arts Lab. Apprentices will be taught the basics of print shop equipment, tools, techniques, and the printing process, from setting type to inking the presses. The two apprentices will also work toward printing a keepsake of their own design. 

Please submit a brief statement explaining your interest in this position, along with any previous printing, design, or book arts experience.

About McGill Library’s Book Arts Lab:

The Book Arts Lab was established in 2020, to teach with and preserve with the remarkable historical printing presses held at the Library, and to introduce students to the materials, processes, design, and labour involved in letterpress printing.

Hours per week:

4 hours (estimate)

Minimum Education and Experience:

High School Diploma

Hourly Salary:

(AMUSE A) $15.23

Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week:

4 (Part time)

Position Start Date:

2022-09-08

Position End Date:

2022-12-24

Deadline to Apply:

2022-09-23

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca .