Studio Assistant -Art

Mercer University; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercer University in Macon, GA is seeking a Studio Assistant for the Art Department. This on-campus student employment role supports studio courses across ceramics, sculpture, photography and painting, under the supervision of the Art Department staff.

The position offers hourly pay of $10.00 and a scheduled 8-hour work week. Start date is 2025-08-12 and end date 2026-05-08. Responsibilities include assisting in studio prep, cleaning, and helping professors, with basic office tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be self-motivated and able to follow detailed directions and work independently.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs and not mind getting dirty.

Responsibilities

• Assist in mixing clay, organization of tools and materials, clean studios and assist professors as needed.
• May also help with general office tasks as needed.

Skills

Self-motivation

Lift 50lbs

Job description

Job Details

• Job Family: Student Work Study
• Department: Art
• Supervisor: Penni Hartley
• Job Title: Studio Assistant -Art
• Job Description: Studio Assistant for Art Department studio courses to include the following disciplines: Ceramics/Sculpture/Photography/Painting.

Compensation and Hours

• Salary: $10.00 hour
• Scheduled Hours: 8
• Start Date: 08/12/2025
• End Date: 05/8/2026

Responsibilities

• Assist in mixing clay, organization of tools and materials, clean studios and assist professors as needed.
• May also help with general office tasks as needed.

Requirements

• Must be self motivated, able to follow detailed directions and work independently.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs and not mind getting dirty.

Mercer Student Employment – About Us

Student employees are vital to the success of Mercer University. At Mercer, we are dedicated to helping students find meaningful on-campus jobs and ensuring that students maximize the value of their employment experiences. We believe that having an on-campus job helps students become more involved with the Mercer University community, provides valuable work experience, helps build transferable skills, and habits that will benefit future career options. Moreover, on-campus jobs provide financial rewards.

Important Note

In adherence to the Immigration Control Act of 1986, all student employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) and present documentation verifying citizenship or permanent residency. You will not be allowed to begin work until the I-9 form has been completed and properly certified. The required documents include either a valid US Passport, certificate of US citizenship, alien registration card with photograph OR two of the following documents: a state driver's license, validated student ID card, original social security card, birth certificate.