Visual Arts Studio Technician

University of Arkansas – Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
Base: $38,272; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Regular full-time position with evening hours (12–9 pm, mon-thurs; 8 am-5 pm, fri).
Material and technical skills
Manage multiple projects
Studio operations support
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith is seeking a Visual Arts Studio Technician to support the Art and Design Department. The ideal candidate will possess a master’s degree or equivalent experience in visual art, with strong technical skills and the ability to manage studio operations and assist students

Job Summary

  • The Visual Arts Technical position is an enthusiastic team player willing to work collaboratively and initiate projects.
  • The Studio Technician will provide support for instructors and students in daytime and evening hours, and will provide full-time staff presence during the Windgate building while evening classes are in session.
  • The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10 percent of employee salary.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith is seeking a Visual Arts Studio Technician to support the Art and Design Department. The ideal candidate will possess a master’s degree or equivalent experience in visual art, with strong technical skills and the ability to manage studio operations and assist students.

Salary

Base: $38,272; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: University contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers, 12 holidays, immediate leave accrual, choice of retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

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

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

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