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Job Description Summary
POSITION SUMMARY:
Figure models pose either undraped, draped, or in costume in the classroom/studios to contribute to the learning and creative processes of students in the areas of drawing, painting, photography, and sculpture.
Job Description
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Creates suitable, interesting, sustained poses (either undraped or draped), as directed by instructor.
Performs creative gesture poses and sustains them for varying periods of time (i.e. 30 seconds, 1 minute, 2 minutes, etc.) as required by the class/session, for up to three hours.
Ability to create sequential or consecutive poses when directed.
Ability to create scenarios for clothed figure or character-focused classes, including ability to interpret impromptu directions, and translate into spontaneous, creative expressions for the drawing experience.
Provides creative costuming and props for appropriate class/assignment.
Maintains professional appearance, demeanor, and willingness to work cooperatively in studios at all times.
Maintains good personal hygiene.
Provides sheet, towel, timer, robe, slippers, and masking tape for every class.
Develops interesting pose repertoire through a variety of resources such as articles, books, and videos.
Communicates directly with instructor regarding length and style of pose and costuming as requested. Informs instructor if the pose is too physically demanding.
Processes necessary paperwork for Model Coordinator and Office of Human Resources in a timely manner.
Follows Figure Modeling Guidelines.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of modeling techniques; ability to pose undraped or draped, to work flexible schedule, to work assigned schedule, and to arrive on time.
Ability to hold a variety of interesting poses, including standing poses, without movement, for varied durations.
Ability to demonstrate awareness and confidence of own body in the space around it. Requires strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Education And Experience
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum Qualifications
Professional demeanor and knowledge of modeling techniques
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively; orally and in writing
Ability to arrive on time as scheduled
Ability to work flexible schedule, to work assigned schedule
Ability to pose undraped and draped
Ability to hold a variety of interesting poses, including standing poses, without movement, for varied durations; and/or sequential poses when instructed
Ability to demonstrate awareness and confidence of own body in the space around it
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of figure modeling techniques
Experience in sports, dance, performative arts, or any form of movement
Experience creating sequential or consecutive poses
Experience in wearing costumes or character development
Ringling College of Art and Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to sex, age, gender, color, race, national or ethnic origin, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
General Business, Management, and Business Development
Industries
Higher Education
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