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STUDIO ASSISTANT

The Studio Assistant supports the day-to-day running of our ceramic studio, and works in shifts during studio opening hours from Tuesday to Sunday. Reports to the Studio Manager. This is a paid position.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Work shifts during LUMP opening hours (Tue-Sun, 11am-9pm), including opening/closing shop 

  • Provide technical, creative and administrative support to members when requested (members work independently and are not “taught” or given assignments). 

  • Perform studio duties as required, including but not limited to (un)loading kilns, setting the firing schedule, changing kiln elements, recycling clay, operating pug mill, mixing glazes/slips, organizing and tidying studio, calculating firing costs, supporting studio events, and ordering materials

  • Ensure the studio is clean and running efficiently, and that materials like clays, glazes, oxides and slips are well stocked and ready for members to use 

  • Answer enquiries, induct new members, renew memberships

  • Be the “face” of LUMP, setting a welcoming, supportive, and encouraging environment to all students and members

  • Uphold the rules and ways of working of the studio. Ensure the health and safety of all members and staff when they are in the studio

  • Drive and contribute to the studio’s on-going improvement

EXPERIENCE

2-3 years experience in ceramics. Preference given to candidates with experience running a studio

WORKING HOURS/LOCATION

  • This is a part-time position. We are looking for candidates who can work about 16 to 24 hours a week. Shifts are either 1/2 day (4 hours) or full day (8 hours)

  • They are also required to attend 1 team meeting per month, of about 2 hours. This may fall outside of their shift.

  • Wong Chuk Hang

BENEFITS

We offer a competitive package, a high degree of flexibility in terms of working hours, unlimited use of the studio, as well as benefits like firing cost allowance and discounts on LUMP workshops and events. 

LENGTH OF ASSIGNMENT

This is an ongoing assignment.

If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your application in English or Chinese by email including:

  • cover letter

  • curriculum vitae

  • portfolio

HOW TO APPLY
APPLICATION DEADLINE

July 9, 2023

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