Secret Planet, Studio Assistant Career Launcher
Deadline: Friday, April 12, 2024, at 8:00 AM ET
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Secret Planet is a screen printing studio in East End Toronto that doubles as a stationery gift shop as well as a community space and zine library. Secret Planet specializes in handmade art prints, stationery, books, and paper products. They also sell goods by local artists.
OCAD University’s RBC Centre for Emerging Artists & Designers is excited to announce a recruited placement in partnership with Secret Planet for the role of Studio Assistant. This is a great opportunity for artists and designers interested in screen printing, stationary, learning more about how to run a print studio, and working with local artists. Working closely with Secret Planet Print Shop, the Studio Assistant would gain hands on knowledge around the day-to-day workings of running and managing a print shop with their team.
In addition to working with Secret Planet, the recipient will be given a three-day rental credit ($300 value) and $150 materials credit from the CEAD. To be used near the end of summer 2024, the recipient can use the credit towards full access to Secret Planet’s equipment and print studio for an independent project. Secret Planet will be available to help advise, troubleshoot and guide their project. Lastly, A $500 stipend will also be paid directly to the recipient to support their success in the role.
RATE
$20 hour, for 7-10 hours per week (Mondays/Tuesdays)
$500 stipend from the CEAD
TERM
Part-time contract, beginning in June to August 2024
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Pre-press duties (coating, exposing, washing, reclaiming screens)
- Mix ink to match pantones/colour swatches
- Register/set up single and multi-layer prints
- Quality control and count prints
- Maintain a clean and orderly studio space
- Occasional retail duties (check out, helping customers, etc)
QUALIFICATIONS
- All Undergraduate and Master's students graduating in 2024
- A basic understanding of screen printing on paper, knowledge of colour theory, and willingness to learn new things
- Monday/Tuesday availability
- Experience printing on textiles, a basic knowledge of Photoshop, strong interest in colour overlays or a strong interest in illustration would be considered an asset
- Priority will be given to applicants who have not previously received a Career Launcher opportunity
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- Full contact information (Name, phone, and email)
- Current resume
- A cover letter outlining your interest in this specific opportunity (400 words max)
- A short statement outlining the potential significance of the opportunity to your practice and/or development (100 words max)
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