Visual Arts Studio Technician

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
$38,272; not specified; benefits eligible py
Material and technical skills
Manage multiple projects
Studio operations management
The Visual Arts Technical position provides support for instructors and students during daytime and evening hours, ensuring full-time staff presence during evening classes

Job Summary

  • The Visual Arts Technical position provides support for instructors and students during daytime and evening hours, ensuring full-time staff presence during evening classes.
  • The department recognizes the critical role of continued creative practice for the Studio Technician and will provide opportunities for professional support and development.
  • Benefits include university contributions to insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs.

Matching Summary

The Visual Arts Technical position provides support for instructors and students during daytime and evening hours, ensuring full-time staff presence during evening classes.

Salary

$38,272; Not specified; Benefits eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Material and technical skills
  • Manage multiple projects
  • Studio operations management
  • Environmental and occupational safety
  • Digital fabrication, woodshop, ceramics

Nice-to-have

  • Enthusiastic team player
  • Willingness to learn new skills
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Positive work atmosphere

Key Requirements

  • Master’s degree in visual art or related fields
  • B.A./B.F.A. in visual art or related field with significant relevant experience
  • Experience managing studios
  • Experience working with students at college level
  • Demonstrated experience as an artist
  • Excellent hand and mechanical skills
  • Administrative and organizational ability
  • Versatility to problem solve across visual arts disciplines
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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