ART & ARTH Studio Technician

University of North Carolina Asheville; Calgary; On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dedicated Art & Art History Studio Technician to support students and faculty in a vibrant studio environment. This role involves maintaining equipment, ensuring safety, and promoting artistic development through mentoring. The ideal candidate will possess a Master in Fine Arts and have experience in studio management, particularly in ceramics and sculpture. Join a community committed to fostering diversity and creativity, where your contributions will enhance the educational experience and inspire future artists.

Qualifications

• Prior knowledge of studio equipment and safety protocols.
• Ability to work autonomously and mentor students.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and organized art studio environment.
• Supervise students and manage inventories and budgets.

Skills

Studio equipment knowledge

Safety regulations enforcement

Communication skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

Master in Fine Arts

Bachelor's degree with equivalent experience

Tools

Electric and gas kilns

Woodworking equipment

Metal fabrication equipment

CNC technology

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.
UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed.

Typical hours for this position are Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This an 11-month position, working August-June, with July off. Evening and weekend work will occasionally be required. The successful candidate must be willing to work a varying schedule as dictated by class and project schedules.

The position requires a Master in Fine Arts degree. May also consider candidates with a Bachelor's and significantly equivalent experience. Ability to lift 50 lbs. to waist height. Valid driver's license.

MFA degree in art with previous experience working in high-paced academic studios. Preference will be given to those with demonstrated experience in Ceramics and Sculpture. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

UNC Asheville Overview
Position Type	EHRA Staff
Title	ART & ARTH Studio Technician
Position Number	003918
Recruitment Range	$50,000-$55,000 (11 Months per year)
Work Schedule and Hours
Full-Time / Part-Time	Full-Time
Months per Year	11 Months (August-June)
Position Summary	The Department of Art & Art History is the second largest department on campus offering six concentrations in studio art; ceramics, drawing, painting, photography, printmaking and sculpture. The department is seeking to hire an Art and Art History Studio Technician to work with students and faculty within the department to utilize studio spaces and equipment. The Art and Art History Studio Technician is responsible for maintaining a safe and organized art studio space environment, ensuring proper use of equipment and materials, and supervising students in the spaces, while also managing inventories and budgets in collaboration and with approval of departmental faculty within the concentration areas. The Studio Technician will be responsible for developing and administering programs and procedures to support and promote safety and equipment training. To be successful, the candidate must possess prior knowledge of studio equipment, ability to work autonomously and with students, and to promote safety, equipment maintenance and training, material literacy, and training in processes. This role works directly with UNCA faculty, staff, and students earning a BA or BFA degree or K-12 Licensure. The work with students involves providing guidance and mentoring students in the development, creation, and exhibition/presentation of art. The employee in this position may have occasional teaching or co-teaching responsibilities if needed.
FLSA	Exempt
Required Education/Experience/Skills
Preferred Education/Experience/Skills
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities	Experience working in and managing high energy academic studios. Extensive experience loading and firing all types of kilns - wood, electric and gas. Experience with traditional Anagama firing aspects (sourcing and preparing wood, organizing and maintaining shifts, training students, etc.). Experience maintaining bricks for kilns (cutting, cleaning, grinding, organizing, etc.) Experience repairing and maintaining electric and gas kilns, electric wheels, clay mixers, slab rollers, spray booths and extruders. Experience with woodworking equipment/processes (table saw, band saw, jointer, miter saw, planer, drill press, sanders, etc.). Experience with metal fabrication equipment/processes (shear, brake, roller, hydraulic press, media blaster, drill press, grinders, sanders, etc.). Experience with MIG, TIG and Oxy-Acetylene equipment and processes. Experience with forge and foundry equipment and processes. Experience with mold-making, slip-casting, lost-wax and other casting processes. Familiarity with common non-traditional sculptural materials/processes. Managing inventories of consumables, materials and supplies in a studio environment. Experience hanging and installing artwork in a gallery setting. Enforcement of all safety regulations. Familiarity with CNC technology, including 3D printers.

Posting Detail Information

Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.

Special Instructions to the Applicant
Posting Number	E0503
Posting date	04/09/2025
Closing date	05/11/2025
Open Until Filled	No