Santa Fe Clay is announcing an immediate employment opportunity. We are currently seeking an experienced STUDIO MANAGER. This is an opportunity for a smart, energetic, resourceful, positive person to join our dynamic, creative team in this fast-paced business environment.
Our ad is listed on Craig’s List in Santa Fe Jobs under art/media/design. Find out more about this position at: https://santafe.craigslist.org/med/5627705296.html
Applicants: please respond by sending a letter of intent, your resume and contact information for 3 references to ceramics@santafeclay.com
Santa Fe Clay
Santa Fe Clay is the premier Ceramic Art Center of the Southwest. The center occupies a 11,000 square foot warehouse in the historic Railyard District in downtown Santa Fe, which includes a complete retail ceramic supply business, an elegant 1,100 square foot gallery, and a fully equipped studio. Our year-round classes and workshops provide an inspirational and creative environment for students ranging from children to adults, from beginners to professionals, and we are home to 15 private studio renters. Our Summer Workshop Program has gained a reputation for bringing quality programming and the best nationally recognized potters and clay artists to the Santa Fe area. With monthly exhibits in the gallery of the nation’s finest ceramic artwork, Santa Fe Clay is one of the only complete ceramic facilities under one roof in the US.
Please send a letter of intent and resume to show contact info . Please include contact information for three references. Applicants should also include 8-10 digital images of your ceramic artwork. Review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.
Preferred education: MFA in ceramics
Professional managerial experience of ceramics studio
JOB TITLE: STUDIO MANAGER
Job Status: Full time, salaried position
Supervisor: Director
Preferred Education: MFA in ceramics
Preferred Experience: Professional managerial experience, ideally in a ceramics studio
SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Technical knowledge of all aspects of ceramic processes, techniques, and equipment
Strong knowledge of the ceramics field on a national level
Strong computer skills
Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills, attentiveness to detail
Light construction/handyman skills, ability to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to operate as member of a high-functioning team
JOB DUTIES:
STUDIO OVERSIGHT
Facilitate all studio programs, classes and workshops
Maintain a clean, safe, healthy and orderly studio environment
Maintain, repair and build, as necessary, all studio equipment
Supervise mixing, testing and formulation of studio shop glazes
Maintain glaze lab and all materials and tools for classes and workshops
Schedule all firings, gas and electric
Organize and order materials for classes, weekend and summer workshops
MANAGERIAL TASKS
Provide oversight and facilitate for class instructors and workshop guest artists
Provide oversight and facilitate for studio renters and students
Supervise and direct studio monitors, interns and workshop assistants
Manage private studios and monthly renters, keeping rents current and studios full
PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
Develop recommendations for long-term strategic planning for studio programming
Design, develop and implement educational and workshop programs
Create, develop and facilitate special studio events
COMMUNICATION
Maintain detailed written documentation of all studio activities
Work in an independent and self-directed manner with frequent and regular communication with supervisor
GALLERY
Assist with curating gallery exhibits and gallery installation
Work in conjunction with retail, gallery and warehouse staff. Other duties as determined by Director. Opportunities for teaching and exhibiting based on professional experience.
Submitted by Avra Leodas