MFA Studio Operations Leader

UCLA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA invites applications for an Operations Manager at the Margo Leavin Graduate Art Studios in Culver City. You will oversee daily operations, long-range planning, safety, technology, training, and academic support across studios, labs, shops, classrooms, galleries, and communal spaces.

Leading a diverse team, you will enable graduate study in ceramics, interdisciplinary studio, new genres, painting and drawing, photography, sculpture, and related practices, fostering an inclusive and dynamic

Qualifications

• Art practices experience across digital media, photography, interdisciplinary studies, new genres, sculpture, painting, drawing, and ceramics.
• Leadership in implementing safe operating practices, training and supervising students and staff, and coordinating facility care.
• Instruction and mentorship to MFA students supporting artistic practices and independent projects.
• School-level relationship building with faculty and administrators to advance departmental initiatives.
• Experience with UCLA administrative systems, purchasing, budgeting, and facilities operations.
• Building space planning, codes, safety, and risk assessment.
• Enforcing EH&S standards to maintain a safe and compliant environment.
• Strong communication and service orientation.
• Knowledge of building codes and safety requirements.
• Multi-tasking and prioritization skills.
• First-aid knowledge and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and long-range planning for the MFA studios and spaces.
• Provide safety, technology, training, instruction, and administrative support across studios, labs, and classrooms.

Skills

Art practices

Leadership

Safety compliance

Instruction

Facilities coordination

Education

Master's Degree MFA

CA Driver's License (Class C)

Job description

UCLA invites applications for an Operations Manager at the Margo Leavin Graduate Art Studios in Culver City. You will oversee daily operations, long-range planning, safety, technology, training, and academic support across studios, labs, shops, classrooms, galleries, and communal spaces.

Leading a diverse team, you will enable graduate study in ceramics, interdisciplinary studio, new genres, painting and drawing, photography, sculpture, and related practices, fostering an inclusive and dynamic