by Carole Epp | Feb 25, 2014 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday
| Date Posted: |
2/17/14 |
| Position Title: |
Raw Materials Technician |
Classification
and Grade: |
Technical Specialsit
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| Location: |
Ceramics Grinding Room |
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Responsibilities
and Duties: |
Locate, order, and test raw materials, as well as keep
up-to-date concerning new raw materials and products. This includes
researching and proposing suitable alternatives to obsolete materials,
providing information to faculty and students regarding materials
properties, and advising as to which products may best suit their
particular needs.
Store materials when received and perform semi-annual physical inventories. This involves lifting heavy bags of materials.
Keep proper records in connection with the undergraduate and graduate
glaze labs and individual student purchases in the store. Manage
accounts payable and accounts receivable activities for the Grinding
Room.
Maintain and periodically update the Grinding Room website.
Research and implement a digital library with consistent photo images of
glaze/clay/reduction results, images with formula/recipe accessible
on web site.
Research disposal methodology for semi-solid non-hazardous waste.
Supervise and inform students regarding the use of equipment, mixing
procedures, materials use, and substitution. Provide instruction and
supervision to students in safe and competent use of raw materials,
mixing equipment, and laboratories.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment, including the basic
upkeep of equipment and facilities. Manage and conduct safety training
and ensure compliance with safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Participate in University safety training and comply with safety rules,
regulations and protocols.
Participate in material tracking from procurement to disposal regarding hazardous material handling techniques.
Develop a digital library of glaze samples and formulas.
Assist the Kiln Specialists in the kiln room as needed.
Supervise student assistants.
Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned.
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| Requirements: |
Formal Education: MFA in Ceramic Art preferred; or
BFA with related experience in the field (ceramic supply store
experience or equivalent). Other undergraduate or graduate degrees will
be considered with related experience in ceramic art materials.
Experience: Working knowledge of materials and applications for all
ceramic art applications; experience in making ceramic art, preferably a
practicing artist.
Additional Knowledge/Skills: Must be able to lift approximately 50 lbs.
Must be able to operate heavy equipment, including forklifts and dump trucks.
Knowledge of kilns and clay mixers’ operation and maintenance.
Send cover letter, resume, and list of three references, one of which is
previous supervisor, to Raw Materials Technician Search C/O Anne
Currier, Ceramics Chair, Harder Hall, One Saxon Drive, Alfred NY 14802.
Review of candidates will continue until position is filled.
Alfred University actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment
opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee, student or
applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical
or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital
status, genetic information, or political affiliation; minorities and
women are encouraged to apply.
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by Carole Epp | Jan 10, 2014 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday
Tenure Track Position: Assistant Professor of Art in 3D / Ceramics / Sculpture
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Compensation includes full benefits.
Deadline: Application review begins February 1, 2014
and continues until position is filled pending budgetary approval. All
application materials must be sent digitally to the job listing at: http://artlatech.slideroom.com. EOE. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Start Date: September 1, 2014
Duties:
- Teach undergraduate and graduate level art courses
- Serve on graduate student committees
- Pursue professional research and exhibition record
- Advise art students
- Participate in development of the Art Program
- Assist with management and maintenance of facilities
- Engage in service to the School, University, community, and professional organizations
Required Qualifications:
- MFA in Art; Degree conferred before September 2014
- Strong foundations experience and willingness to teach in the core
- University/college teaching experience
- Exhibition record demonstrating professional recognition of creative work
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Knowledge of art and/or architectural history, traditional and contemporary processes and theories
- Knowledge of, and experience with Adobe Creative and relevant software
- Working knowledge of both traditional and non-traditional methods is strongly preferred
The following skills are preferred:
- A working knowledge of traditional and non-traditional materials
- Knowledge of, and experience with Rhino and Rhino-Cam or related 3D
design software and have a working knowledge of technology related to
traditional and non-traditional materials, including but not limited to
rapid prototyping, 3D-Printing and CNC equipment
(router, plasma cutter, milling center)
Application must include the following documents saved as PDFs:
- Letter of intent stating qualifications for position
- Resume
- One page artist statement
- One page teaching philosophy
- Names for three references: title, e-mail address, and phone number
- PDF file of 20 images representing personal artwork, video may also be uploaded
- PDF file of 20 images representing student artwork, video may also be uploaded
- Image list of personal and student work, stating media, dimensions, and dates
- Unofficial graduate transcripts
- All application materials must be sent digitally to the job listing at: http://artlatech.slideroom.com
by Carole Epp | Jan 9, 2014 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday
Greenwich
House Pottery is hiring a Studio and Fabrications manager and we want
to cast as wide a net as possible for potential applicants. I have
attached a
pdf of the job description to this email and hope that you might help
us spread the word. If you know of anyone who might be interested or can
pass this along to interested parties that would be appreciated.
GHP is hiring a Studio & Fabrications Manager to begin March 1, 2014.
This is a full-time salaried position with an great benefits package.
GHP is a dynamic ceramic facility in the center of the artworld. This is a high-energy and demanding job within a strong ceramic community with a highly engaged and active faculty and staff.
Applications will be reviewed on a first come first serve basis. Interested applicants email
[email protected] with a cover letter, cv and 10 digital images in one pdf document no larger than 5mb.
Visit our website for a more detailed job description. “GHP Studio Manager Position Description”
Please preview the pdf prior to submitting an application.
http://www.greenwichhousepottery.org/gh_pottery/resources
Qualifications:
• Master of Fine Arts in Ceramics or equivalent
• Knowledge of community based arts education programs
• Knowledge of ceramic studio operations, ceramic processes including glaze chemistry
• Knowledge of
building/repairing studio equipment including kilns, potter’s wheels,
slab rollers, clay mixing equipment, spray booth and all studio related
equipment
• Slip-casting and Mold-making experience
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• 2-3 years experience as a studio technician/manager
• 2-3 years supervisory experience
• Must be able to repeatedly lift 50+ pounds
• General computer skills, including word processing, e-mail
• Budget planning and oversight skills
I appreciate your help spreading the word.
Thanks
Adam Welch
Adam Welch
Director
Greenwich House Pottery
16 Jones Street
New York, New York 10014
www.greenwichhousepottery.org
by Carole Epp | Jan 3, 2014 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday
Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts
Position 29020
Full time Tenure Track Position beginning August 16, 2014
Application Deadline: January 15, 2014, or until filled
Department and University:
The
Department of Craft/Material Studies is one of 15 departments, within
the School of the Arts at Virginia Commonwealth University. The
department specializes in five media areas: Clay, Metal, Wood, Glass
and Fiber. We offer both breadth and depth across the media areas and
have one of the few departments in the nation to offer all five craft
disciplines at the BFA and MFA levels. U.S News & World Report
currently ranks our MFA programs in Fiber #4, Glass #5, Ceramics #9, and
Metals #10.
The School of the Arts is comprised of over 3000
students at the undergraduate and graduate levels and 15 nationally
recognized programs in design, visual and performing arts. U.S. News
& World Report ranks the School of the Arts as the top public
university art school in the nation. Virginia Commonwealth University is
an urban university with over 27,000 students located in Richmond,
Virginia. Richmond is two hours south of Washington, D.C. and is
situated between the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Virginia/North
Carolina coast. Richmond is the state capital and home to numerous
historic sites; it functions as a visual arts, design and performing
arts center regionally and nationally.
Description:
We are
seeking a dynamic teacher, creative colleague, broad thinker, and
technically skilled artist who is dedicated to the innovation and
investigation of Ceramics in a contemporary art context with teaching
specialties ranging from vessels to designed objects and installations.
The successful candidate will be an accomplished, versatile artist with
expertise in contemporary approaches, concepts, techniques, and
critical issues as they pertain to ceramics and art in general. Areas of
expertise might include: sculpture, utility and function, craft and
objects, vessel making, 3D digital fabrication/rapid prototyping,
traditional processes and/or emerging material processes with an
interest in digital technology. The successful candidate will be able to
engage in future curricular and facilities planning as an aspect of the
ongoing conversation about the evolution and future of the discipline.
The successful candidate will teach 5-6 courses per year including
instruction of graduate students across all five disciplines; serve on
Department, School, and /or University committees; advise students;
maintain and build an active exhibition record; manage and facilitate
the ordering of supplies for the Ceramic studios, and work
collaboratively with members of the department and School of Arts to
foster a progressive atmosphere for exploring the arts. The ability to
communicate with students on multiple levels, and from multiple media
areas, and eagerness to teach and develop both graduate and
undergraduate programs is essential. The faculty member will be required
to have an established research agenda and a clear potential for
external funding, as appropriate, and potential for scholarship or
creative expression to complement and expand existing expertise in the
department. The faculty member must have demonstrated experience working
in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or
commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU. This is a full-time
9-month position.
Requirements:
• M. F. A. or equivalent in Ceramics or related area.
• Successful college level teaching preferred.
• Familiarity with contemporary art history and art/craft theory.
• Ability to teach beginning and advanced students in contemporary art practices in Ceramics.
• Proficiency in teaching a wide range of aesthetic, conceptual, and technical aspects within Ceramics.
• Evidence of national/international career profile and active exhibition record.
• The
faculty member must have demonstrated experience working in and
fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or
commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.
Application: Deadline January 15, 2014 for full consideration or until filled
• Letter of Application (PDF) – with file Titled “your last name_first name–ApplicationLetter”
• Curriculum
Vitae (PDF) – with file Titled “your last name_first name–CV” Include
address, phone, e-mail and website link if available
• Artist Statement (PDF) – with file Titled “your last name_first name–ArtistStatement”
• Teaching Philosophy (PDF) – with file Titled “your last name_first name–Teaching_Philosophy”
• Portfolio
– 20 images of student work with description of assignment (all within a
single PDF file no larger than 1MB) with file Titled “your last
name_first name–StudentWORK”
• Portfolio – 20 images of personal
work with images list (all within a single PDF file no larger than 1MB)
with file Titled “your last name_first name–Portfolio”
• Contact
information for three references (PDF) – with file Titled “your last
name_first name–References” Including name, title, email, and phone
numbers
• Only electronic applications will be accepted.
Email to [email protected]: ATTN: Andrèa Keys Connell, Search Committee Chair
Virginia
Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action
university providing access to education and employment without regard
to age, race, color, national origin, gender, religion, sexual
orientation, veteran’s status, political affiliation or disability. For
more information about VCU School of the Arts and this position please
visit http://arts/vcu.edu
Department website: http://arts.vcu.edu/craft/areas/clay/
by Carole Epp | Dec 13, 2013 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday
Summer staff at Watershed are responsible for the day to day operations of the house, studio, and grounds, and are an important resource to resident artists and visitors. Summer staff are expected to work an average of 30 hrs per week, attend weekly staff meetings and be available to assist residents. Summer staff receive free studio space, room and board along with a $2000 stipend.
Kitchen Staff: Prepares, cooks, serves (buffet style) and cleans-up 3 meals daily for 25-30 people; responsible for ordering food/shopping, budgeting & special event preparations.
Studio Staff: Responsible for material inventory; equipment, building and grounds maintenance and repair; have proficiency with propane & electric kiln firing; assist with special event preparations; help resident artists with studio issues.
House Staff: Greets new residents, cleans and maintains common areas daily and supervises resident assistants in house cleaning activities; cleans cabins between sessions.
Office Staff: Assists with administrative work including event planning, data entry, administrative organization and financial tracking. May also assist with housekeeping duties and kitchen prep/cleanup.
Click here to apply for a summer staff position. Applications will be accepted until March 14, 2014. Please note that Watershed will contact references listed. Applicants whose references are not available to talk to Watershed will not be considered. Watershed will conduct interviews with summer staff applicants via phone or in person (if possible). Watershed staff members will be at NCECA and will be available to meet with applicants at that time. Hiring decisions will be made the first week of April, 2014. The summer work season runs from May 20-August 30th, 2014.
