Figure Model Jobs

Summary
POSITION SUMMARY:
Figure models pose either undraped, draped, or in costume in the classroom/studios to contribute to the learning and creative processes of students in the areas of drawing, painting, photography, and sculpture.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops interesting pose repertoire through a variety of resources such as articles, books, and videos.
• Follows Figure Modeling Guidelines.
• Processes necessary paperwork for Model Coordinator and Office of Human Resources in a timely manner.
• Creates suitable, interesting, sustained poses (either undraped or draped), as directed by instructor.
• Provides creative costuming and props for appropriate class/assignment.
• Ability to create sequential or consecutive poses when directed.
• Communicates directly with instructor regarding length and style of pose and costuming as requested. Informs instructor if the pose is too physically demanding.
• Ability to create scenarios for clothed figure or character-focused classes, including ability to interpret impromptu directions, and translate into spontaneous, creative expressions for the drawing experience.
• Performs creative gesture poses and sustains them for varying periods of time (i.e. 30 seconds, 1 minute, 2 minutes, etc.) as required by the class/session, for up to three hours.
• Maintains professional appearance, demeanor, and willingness to work cooperatively in studios at all times.
• Maintains good personal hygiene.
• Provides sheet, towel, timer, robe, slippers, and masking tape for every class.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to hold a variety of interesting poses, including standing poses, without movement, for varied durations.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of modeling techniques; ability to pose undraped or draped, to work flexible schedule, to work assigned schedule, and to arrive on time.
• Ability to demonstrate awareness and confidence of own body in the space around it. Requires strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Education And Experience
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to pose undraped and draped
• Ability to arrive on time as scheduled
• Ability to hold a variety of interesting poses, including standing poses, without movement, for varied durations; and/or sequential poses when instructed
• Professional demeanor and knowledge of modeling techniques
• Experience creating sequential or consecutive poses
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively; orally and in writing
• Knowledge of figure modeling techniques
• Experience in wearing costumes or character development
• Ability to demonstrate awareness and confidence of own body in the space around it Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in sports, dance, performative arts, or any form of movement
• Ability to work flexible schedule, to work assigned schedule

Ringling College of Art and Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to sex, age, gender, color, race, national or ethnic origin, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law.