Contemporary Artist seeking a Ceramic Assistant based in an artist studio in Los Angeles. The position will be focused on supporting the production and handling of ceramics. Our ideal candidate is flexible and skilled at handling a range of responsibilities, with a willingness to take on new projects and tasks as needed. Essential functions: ● Maintaining an organized, efficient and functioning ceramics’ studio. ● Firing, glazing, and electric kiln maintenance. ● Knowledge of firing large scale works and developing firing schedules to ensure pieces are successful. ● Overseeing the care, maintenance, handling, and packing of ceramics. ● Overseeing projects, including managing timelines and communications. ● Developing samples of color in clay and glaze per Artist’s specifications. ● Managing production and shipping deadlines. ● Knowledge of preparatory practices for installing 2D and 3D works. Requirements: ● Extensive knowledge of ceramics, firing, glazing, and kiln maintenance ● Must be able to manage projects efficiently and independently, and to maintain an organized studio practice. ● Experience with safely packing and installing 2D and 3D works. ● Knowledge of mold-making and basic wood-working is a plus. ● Knowledge of foundries and metal casting is a plus. ● Ability to work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects simultaneously. Exact schedule is open to discussion, but looking for at least 24 hours per week
