Studio Art Figure Model (AY 26-27 002976)

The Art Department at Middlebury College seeks Figure Models to pose nude or clothed for college-level studio art classes. Figure Models support the delivery of curricula, providing students with an opportunity to develop their visual art studies in a professional, controlled environment. Through working with Figure Models, students increase their perceptual skills; develop a deeper understanding of anatomy and proportion; and connect to histories of artistic production in order to create contemporary art. 

This is considered a part-time, hourly, non-benefits eligible position. The pay rate for this position is $25.00 per hour. 

Core Responsibilities:

• Models will pose nude or clothed for individual classes.  
• Classes are three-hour periods with poses held up to 30-minute periods followed by 5-minute resting breaks.  
• There is a 15-minute break midway through the class.  

Requirements

• All body types and ages are welcome to apply.  
• Previous figure modeling experience is preferred but not required; experienced professors will train new models.  
• Sports, dance, theater, and modeling background is helpful, but not necessary.  
• Be able to re-establish previously posed positions  
• Demonstrate flexibility and animation of the human form. 
• Punctuality and reliability in attending scheduled class meetings. 

Physical Demands: 

• Be physically able to provide a full range of body gestures and poses, from quick gestures to longer, sustained poses as required by the instructor. 

Application: 

• To be considered for this position, please fill out an online application and attach the following documents: cover letter, resume, and list of three references.  

Other: 

• Offer is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check. 

Benefits

As an employee of Middlebury College, you will enjoy being part of a vibrant supportive community.