Print Council of Australia Inc.
Organisation overview
Currently based in the historic Fitzroy Town Hall in Melbourne, Victoria, the Print Council of
Australia (PCA) is a national not-for-profit member organisation that promotes contemporary
Australian fine art printmaking and print media, including artist’s books, zines, digital art and
works on paper, and provides support and advocacy for artists.
Through publications, commissioned editions, exhibitions and other events we work to foster
a greater appreciation of original prints and an understanding of the history of Australian
printmaking amongst our members, collectors and the wider community.
The PCA’s core activities include:
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publishing our flagship quarterly magazine IMPRINT;
organising and managing an annual Print Commission program;
producing a monthly e-newsletter for distribution to members;
maintaining social media presence including the website, Facebook page, Twitter and
Instagram accounts;
maintaining and managing the PCA's archival collection of over 600 artworks;
providing support and advocacy for Australian artists working in print media and
works of art on paper.
The PCA has a membership in excess of 1300, including schools, libraries, public art
museums, art galleries, tertiary institutions as well as individual artists, teachers, curators,
collectors and print enthusiasts.
IMPRINT is the premier national magazine on print media and includes articles, reviews and
information about awards, competitions, exhibitions, courses, workshops, conferences,
residencies, studios and other opportunities. IMPRINT aims to be the primary reference for
critical discourse on print media in Australia.
The PCA’s annual Print Commission program provides a platform through which emerging
and established print artists can develop their skills, gain exposure and have their work
acquired by significant collections across the country and around the world. Up to 10 artists
are commissioned each year to create an edition of prints that are then made available for
purchase by PCA members and are featured in IMPRINT magazine. The Print Commission
is a major revenue-raising program for the PCA and aims to develop and expand the
audience for fine art prints and works on paper.
The PCA’s structure currently comprises a national management committee of 22 elected
members, and a part-time staff of four.
More information on all PCA programs and activities can be found on the website:
www.printcouncil.org.au
More information on IMPRINT can also be found on the IMPRINT website:
www.imprint.org.au
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
IMPRINT Editor
Objectives of the role
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To produce a high quality quarterly magazine for the Print Council of Australia with
the aim of widening the audience for Australian contemporary fine art prints and
works on paper.
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To support and promote the work of the Print Council of Australia nationally and
internationally.
Primary responsibilities
1. In consultation with the general manager and PCA committee, produce a quarterly
magazine that maintains the high quality, vibrancy and relevance that members have
come to expect.
2. Coordinate the forward planning of articles, themed sections, and general content of
IMPRINT within budgetary constraints, and in a manner that responds to and reflects
on the role and activity of artists making prints and works on paper at a national and
international level.
3. Develop content for IMPRINT magazine that acknowledges new technological and
scholarly developments in the field of printmaking.
4. Maintain contact with writers, artists, curators and other print stakeholders for
potential IMPRINT articles and news.
5. Write editorial content for IMPRINT where appropriate.
6. Edit contributions and proof-read contents of magazine in line with IMPRINT style
guide.
7. Identify potential advertisers and work with advertising and membership manager to
ensure an appropriate quantity and mix of advertising for inclusion in each edition of
IMPRINT.
8. Liaise with desktop publisher, printer and mail house to ensure magazine is produced
and delivered on time and within budget.
9. Manage the IMPRINT blog, and publish regular blog posts under a range of
categories.
10. Promote IMPRINT and the IMPRINT blog via social media.
11. Liaise with contributing committee members to collate the Australia in Print section
within the magazine, and collaborate with the general manager to present this news
and information across printed and digital platforms.
12. Liaise with staff, committee and desktop publisher to ensure all necessary
communication material from the Print Council, including details of the annual Print
Commission program, notice of annual and general meetings, annual report, and
results of committee nominations are prepared and included in the relevant editions
of IMPRINT where necessary.
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13. Prepare IMPRINT progress reports for presentation at committee meetings and the
annual general meeting.
14. Maintain excellent working relationships with curators, gallery directors and
academics in the field.
Secondary responsibilities:
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Maintain a database of material for use in future issues of IMPRINT.
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In consultation with general manager and committee, identify potential sources of
funding and assist in the preparation of funding applications for IMPRINT.
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Identify and evaluate developments in technology that may impact on the format and
method of delivery of IMPRINT magazine and present strategic responses for
consideration by the PCA Committee.
Key selection criteria
1. Relevant degree or postgraduate qualification.
2. Experience in writing, editing and producing high quality print publications.
3. Evidence of outstanding written and verbal communication skills, and proven ability to
engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders including advertisers, gallery
directors, professional artists, media, government and the cultural sector.
4. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a small team but manage own timelines and
deadlines.
5. Excellent computer skills including knowledge of MS Office suite of programs and
social media/marketing tools such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Mail Chimp.
Understanding of and experience with Wordpress blog and website platform.
6. Evidence of strategic planning skills and an ability to be responsive to technological
changes in the publishing industry.
7. Experience and understanding of printmaking, print media and the visual arts at a
national and international level.
8. Experience working within the not-for-profit sector and producing high quality work
within limited budgets.
Remuneration
Hours/week
18
Rate/week
$504
Salary per annum
$55,328 (pro rata)
Tenure
12 month contract position to produce 4 issues of Imprint, + 7 week
probation period.
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TO APPLY
Please email a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, and application addressing the key
selection criteria to Marguerite Brown at [email protected] or post to PO
Box 2949, Fitzroy, Vic, 3065 by 5.00pm Wednesday 7th September, 2016.
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