Art Life Model

University of Maine • Augusta, ME

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Maine at Augusta (UMA) is seeking applicants for its pool of Studio Art Life Models. Life Models pose for students in designated adult studio art classes, primarily at UMA’s Augusta campus, with occasional opportunities at UMA Centers, including Lewiston and Rockland. Models support studio art instruction by helping students develop observational drawing skills, explore human anatomy and proportion, and strengthen artistic techniques. They work in a professional, structured classroom environment under the direction of course instructors.

Assignments are scheduled based on course offerings and instructional needs. Hours may vary by semester, and inclusion in the applicant pool does not guarantee regular assignments. The position reports to the Art Department Coordinator and works directly with individual course instructors. The hourly wage is $28.00.

Requirements

• Ability to assume and maintain a variety of poses, including short gesture poses and longer, sustained poses, with reasonable accommodation as appropriate.
• Willingness to model nude, in costume, or in everyday clothing, depending on instructional needs.
• Ability to follow instructor direction and maintain a professional demeanor in a classroom setting.
• Demonstrated reliability and punctuality.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a life model or in a related setting, such as visual arts, theater, dance, or performance, with a professional reference.
• Ability to resume previously established poses during extended modeling sessions.
• Flexibility to accommodate varying class schedules and instructional needs.
• Ability to assume a range of expressive poses and gestures.

Responsibilities

• Pose for students in designated adult studio art classes.
• Support instruction by providing opportunities for students to develop observational drawing skills, explore human anatomy and proportion, and strengthen artistic techniques.
• Assume and maintain a variety of poses, including short gesture poses and longer sustained poses.
• Model nude, in costume, or in everyday clothing according to instructional needs.
• Follow instructor direction and maintain a professional demeanor in the classroom.
• Resume previously established poses during extended modeling sessions when needed.
• Accommodate varying class schedules and instructional needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed