Model

School of the Art Institute of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,867; Part time

Job summary

The School of the Art Institute of Chicago is looking for a skilled figure model to provide professional modeling sessions for academic classes. The role requires a minimum of a high school diploma or GED, along with 30 hours of figure modeling experience. Candidates must be able to assume various poses for up to 45 minutes and have proficiency in email and calendar management.

This position is classified as Special Services and offers a pay range of $22.00 to $25.31 per hour without benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• At least 30 hours of academic figure modeling experience in the past year.
• Ability to provide 3 academic references.
• Ability to hold static and dynamic positions for up to 45 minutes.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional figure modeling sessions for academic classes.
• Check email and voice mail regularly for communication.
• Follow the Figure Model Code of Conduct and SAIC community guidelines.

Skills

Figure modeling experience

Ability to assume various poses

Email and calendar proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About the Department

The Department of Painting and Drawing at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) is home to a diverse range of conceptual and material approaches to art‑making. It is an open, pluralistic community where experimentation and the study of historical and cultural discourses are foregrounded. Figure Models will pose for our students as they learn to draw and paint from the human form.

Position Summary

Provide professional nude figure modeling sessions to a high quality fine arts and design institution while exercising the School of the Art Institute of Chicago community's guidelines and standards. Supply timely and educational figure modeling sessions to academic courses across the School of the Art Institute of Chicago’s campus.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional figure modeling sessions for academic classes.
• Check email and voice mail regularly for communication regarding availability, schedule management and policy updates.
• Arrive on time and prepared at the scheduled session start time.
• Follow the Figure Model Code of Conduct and SAIC community guidelines.
• Communicate needs and concerns regularly with the Figure Model Coordinator.
• Responsible for returning props and linens to the designated spaces.

Qualifications

• Minimum High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• At least 30 hours of academic figure modeling experience in the past year. This includes college, art centers, and academic group settings. Private artist session experience not applicable.
• Ability to provide 3 academic references/recommendations.
• Ability to provide a variety of poses, dynamic as well as sitting and standing poses for up to 45 minutes.
• Proficiency with email and calendar management. Ability to access email and phone on a consistent basis.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to maintain a variety of physical positions, including standing, sitting and posing, for extended periods of up to 45 minutes. Ability to assume and hold both static and dynamic positions as required by job duties.

Compensation and Classification

Hiring Range: $22.00 - $25.31 per hour.

This position is not benefits eligible.

• Job Classification: Special Services

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Art Institute of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits, hires and promotes qualified individuals compliant with federal and state laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Department of Human Resources at [e-mail] .

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