Visual Arts Studio Technician

University of Arkansas - Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
Base: $38,272; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
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Material and technical skills
Manage multiple projects
Studio operations
** The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is seeking a Visual Arts Studio Technician to support the Art & Design Department. The role involves managing studio operations, assisting instructors and students, and ensuring safety compliance within the studio environment. **

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 of Art & Design recognizes the critical role of continued creative practice for the Studio Technician and will provide opportunities for professional support and development.
  • 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.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is seeking a Visual Arts Studio Technician to support the Art & Design Department. The role involves managing studio operations, assisting instructors and students, and ensuring safety compliance within the studio environment. **

Salary

Base: $38,272; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: University contributions to insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Material and technical skills
  • Manage multiple projects
  • Studio operations
  • Environmental safety procedures
  • Digital fabrication
  • Woodshop
  • Ceramics studios

Nice-to-have

  • Enthusiastic team player
  • Collaborative work style
  • Initiate projects
  • Problem solve across disciplines
  • Positive work atmosphere

Key Requirements

  • Master’s degree in visual art or related fields
  • B.A./B.F.A. with significant relevant experience
  • Experience managing studios
  • Experience working with college-level students
  • Demonstrated artist experience
  • Excellent hand and mechanical skills
  • Administrative and organizational ability
  • Versatility to problem solve
  • Ability and willingness to learn new skills

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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