Cleveland Institute of Art Now Hiring: Studio Technicians and Figure Models

Posted on September 8, 2024

Cleveland Institute of Art (CIA) is now hiring multiple positions.

The Cleveland Institute of Art is one of the nation’s leading accredited independent colleges of art and design. Since 1882, the college has been an educational cornerstone in Cleveland, Ohio, producing graduates competitive as studio artists, designers, photographers, contemporary craftspeople, and educators.  With approximately 600 students, CIA offers a personal educational experience with the benefits of a larger institution. Students choose from 13 majors and live and work in Cleveland’s University Circle, one of the country’s most unique cultural centers – recently named by USA Today as the “Best Arts District” in the country.
The mission of CIA is to cultivate creative leaders who inspire people, strengthen communities, and contribute to a thriving and sustainable economy through an innovative education in art and design.

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STUDIO TECHNICIAN, FABRICATION STUDIOS (FULL-TIME)

Cleveland Institute of Art invites applications for the position of Studio Technician, Fabrication Studios reporting to the Studio Manager, Fabrication Studios. This role supports and monitors a variety of different shops which include, but are not limited to the Machine Shop, Plastic Shop, Woodshop, and Metal Shop, throughout the academic year.

The ideal candidate should possess exceptional communication skills as you will be coordinating with instructors and other Studio Technicians to create and lead workshops, demonstrations, and assist students with safe equipment and material use. It is the Studio Technician’s responsibility to ensure all students, staff, and faculty are operating in compliance with Institutional and Fabrication Studios’ specific Environmental Health and Safety policies and procedures. Studio Technicians are also responsible for conducting required student safety training, routine equipment repair & maintenance, and assisting with shop infostructure build projects. Strong organizational skills are also crucial to this role as the Studio Technician is responsible for monitoring consumables and material inventory across a variety of shops and spaces.

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FIGURE MODEL

The Cleveland Institute of Art seeks candidates for its pool of actors and figure models, an integral part of our art and design curriculum. All body types and genders are welcome.

Figure models pose nude (and possibly clothed) for life drawing courses. Poses will be approximately 15-20 minutes each, with direction from the instructor.

Schedule: Hourly, as needed for assignments, day and evening hours.  Day sessions are 2.5 hours in the morning and 2.5 hours in the afternoon (same class).  Evening sessions are 2 hours.  Applicant must be 21 years or older, reliable and punctual. Previous modeling experience or experience in yoga preferred, but not necessary.

No phone calls please.

Pay Range: $15 – $24 per hour

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