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$20.00/hr - $35.00/hr

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An Artist working in a contemporary art context is seeking a skilled and reliable studio assistant to support the material preparation process. This role is essential to maintaining the efficiency, quality, and rhythm of studio production. The ideal candidate is organized, attentive to detail, and comfortable working with their hands in a materials-focused environment.

Key responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Organize raw materials by size, thickness, and width
• Scrape and thin materials to precise specifications
• Clean and preserve stray materials from individual artworks store them for future use
• Sort and grade materials by color and quality
• Perform detailed hand-sanding tasks
• Prepare materials for incorporation into artworks and do so with precision, meeting the artist’s high standards.
• Chopping and pounding of wood (requires training and skill progression)
• Remove studio waste and burn scrap material appropriately
• Light maintenance such as shoveling snow to maintain safe studio access
• Purchasing materials for the studio such as paints, dyes, tools, etc.
• Regular organization and cleaning of the studio space

Qualifications:

• Strong knife skills and excellent hand-eye coordination
• Proven ability to work safely and skillfully with hands in a detail-oriented setting
• Highly organized and able to maintain orderly workspaces
• Experience in woodworking, forestry, or related manual crafts is a strong plus
• Willingness to learn and follow artist-specific techniques and standards
• Driver’s license and regular access to a car

This is a hands-on, physically active position that takes place in a working studio. Comfort with repetitive tasks and a respect for natural materials and traditional processes are important. The studio hours are 8am - 5pm and the assistant’s exact hours can be agreed upon based on the applicant's circumstances.

To Apply:

Please use the link below to submit a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience, any craft or materials-based background, and why you're interested in this role. Include a résumé or summary of relevant work history if available.

Application Link: https://airtable.com/apperCZ713ODrIYoB/shrb0xS9GjBicgH0u

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

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