In Person Sculpture/Art and Design Studio Assistant
Arlene Shechet Studio
Employer:
Kingston, NY, USLocation:
Thu, May 16 '24Posted on:
$60,000 - $80,000 annually
Pay:
Prominent Sculptor with an exciting, active studio seeks an experienced in-person Studio Assistant (Art and Design) to work with a tight-knit team in Kingston, NY. Candidate must be a highly responsible, technically-skilled, creative problem solver who will be excited to grow with a dynamic team tackling major sculpture projects/exhibitions.
Primary responsibilities of the role are 3D-modeling and rendering and physical model fabrication.
Applicants must be extremely proficient in Rhino and Adobe Creative Suite (primarily photoshop). ZBrush is a plus.
Position is 32 hours per week, Monday – Thursday, 10am-6pm. Studio is located in Kingston, NY. This is position is in person only.
Responsibilities:
- Production of 3D files for digital fabrication output
- 3D Sculpting and Mesh Editing
- Develop 3D designs for varying scales and material thicknesses
- Physical model making using paper, 3D printing, laser cutting or other methods
- Prototype in 3D, physically and digitally
- Communication with team members about works in progress
Required qualifications:
- B.Arch, B.F.A. or Bachelor of Industrial Design, or related
- Experience with custom fabrication, digital fabrication, architecture, or related
- Experience with making clear construction or shop drawings
- Tech-savvy balanced with an understanding and grounding in physical making and intuitive understanding of materials
- Advanced knowledge of Rhinoceros 3D
- Advanced proficiency with Abobe Suite (in particular, Photoshop)
- Experience with 3D rendering
- Experience in preparing 3D prints, operating a (FDM) 3D printer, and maintenance
- Experience outputting to CNC machines (especially laser cutter)
- Paper/cardboard model making experience
- Must enjoy collaboration and have experience working well with a team
Exceptional Candidates Would Also Have:
- M.Arch, M.F.A. or Masters of Design or related field, or equivalent work experience
- Experience with welding
- Experience with mesh editing software(s), i.e. Meshmixer
- Mold making experience
- Carpentry skills
Apply:
- Cover letter
- Resume / C.V.
- 3 References
- Please let us know where you heard about the position
Please email a cover letter and resume in one PDF (no greater than 10MB), along with three references to [email protected] with the subject line “Studio Assistant Application.” Please let us know where you heard about the position.
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