Nurturing Young Creatives: Screen Printing Business & Marketing StrategistAt — Hijos Del Sol Arts Productions

We need help launching our Screen Printing Initiative, a hands-on program designed to introduce artists and community members to the art of screen printing. This is a brand new initiative for Hijos del Sol.

We are seeking a knowledgeable student or mentor who can teach the fundamentals of screen printing, guiding participants through the process during our open studio hours, held once or twice a week. This initiative will provide practical experience in using screen printing equipment and mastering essential techniques.

We Need Your Help!
To ensure effective participation, we need to develop a standard operating procedure detailing the steps for successful screen printing. By fostering a collaborative learning environment, the Screen Printing Initiative aims to empower participants to explore their artistic potential while building a vibrant community of creators. We also hope to explore the business aspects of screen printing, allowing participants to understand how to turn their creations into viable products.

Why Join Us?

• Gain Real-World Experience: Learn the art of screen printing and acquire valuable skills in a creative and supportive setting.
• Make a Difference: Your efforts will help individuals express their creativity and develop their artistic abilities.
• Be Part of a Creative Community: Collaborate with passionate artists and contribute to a dynamic environment that fosters innovation and creativity.

What We’re Looking For:

• Motivated college students or mentors who are enthusiastic about teaching and share our mission. Ideal candidates will possess:
  • Knowledge of screen printing techniques and equipment.
  • Strong communication skills and a passion for helping others learn.
  • Experience in art education, workshop facilitation, or related fields is a plus but not required.

What you’ll be doing:

• Teach Screen Printing Fundamentals: Provide instruction and support during open studio hours, guiding participants through the screen printing process.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures: Create clear and detailed guidelines to ensure effective participation and successful outcomes for all participants.
• Foster Community Engagement: Encourage collaboration and creativity among participants, helping them bring their designs to life.

1 service learner spot!

Requirements:

• Driver's License
• Must be 18 or older
• Bilingual Desired but not required
• Experience:
  • Familiarity with screen printing techniques is a plus but not required.
• Skills:
  • Strong communication skills for teaching and guiding participants.
  • Basic artistic skills and creativity.
• Technical:
  • Willingness to learn about screen printing equipment and processes.
  • Be able to share and teach techniques to students ages 8 and over.
• Availability:
  • Able to commit to regular open studio hours for instruction and support
  • Typical schedule: 2 hrs a day 2 times a week totaling 4 hrs weekly (4pm-6pm) 
  • Create a scheduled workshop based on our open studio hours (students will decide end time for the workshops) 
    • Tuesday- Friday 4:30 - 8pm 
    • Saturday 1 - 4pm