Figure Model

University of Pittsburgh • Pittsburgh, PA

3d • $30 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Pittsburgh's Department of Studio Arts seeks models for the figure model pool. Experienced models are preferred.
Models will pose for classes in drawing, painting, or sculpture on an as-needed basis according to class schedules and instructor requests. Models will pose nude or clothed as requested by the instructor (Applicant should specify whether you willing to model nude, clothed or both in your cover letter). Studio classes are either 2 hours or 3 hours, and models may be required to maintain a single pose for the duration with breaks every 20-30 minutes. Dressing rooms lockers are provided, but models must provide their own dressing robe to move from the dressing room to the studio. Models are expected to be reliable, punctual, and professional.
This position is part-time, as-needed, and paid at a rate of $30/hour.
Prior experience as a figure model is preferred but not required. Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter, and submit the contact information for three (3) references.
Please direct questions to Krystina Primack ([email protected]), Department Coordinator Department of Studio Arts.

Ability to generate different poses rapidly for gesture drawing, generate poses to create an impression as requested by the instructor, and be able to hold long poses for detailed figure/portrait work.

Requirements

• Submit a resume and cover letter
• Submit the contact information for three (3) references

Nice To Haves

• Experienced models are preferred
• Prior experience as a figure model is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Pose for classes in drawing, painting, or sculpture on an as-needed basis according to class schedules and instructor requests.
• Pose nude or clothed as requested by the instructor.
• Maintain a single pose for the duration of the class with breaks every 20-30 minutes.
• Be reliable, punctual, and professional.
• Generate different poses rapidly for gesture drawing
• Generate poses to create an impression as requested by the instructor
• Hold long poses for detailed figure/portrait work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees