{"id":3497,"date":"2020-05-28T10:00:21","date_gmt":"2020-05-28T17:00:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/?p=3497"},"modified":"2020-05-26T14:37:02","modified_gmt":"2020-05-26T21:37:02","slug":"pratt-fine-arts-center-seeks-metal-stone-studio-manager","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/2020\/05\/28\/pratt-fine-arts-center-seeks-metal-stone-studio-manager\/","title":{"rendered":"Pratt Fine Arts Center seeks Metal & Stone Studio Manager"},"content":{"rendered":"

Title: Metal & Stone Studio Manager<\/strong>
\nDepartment: Education
\nReports to: Director of Programs
\nFTE: $20-$25\/hr .8 = 32 hours per week, DOE +benefits
\nExempt Status: Non-Exempt<\/p>\n

Job Summary<\/strong>
\nPratt Fine Arts Center is seeking a highly motivated and energetic Metal & Stone Studio Manager. Reporting to the Director of Programs, the Metal & Stone Studio Manager will be responsible for the overall vision, direction, budget and management of Pratt\u2019s metal and stone sculpture programs including an ongoing array of educational offerings as well as a studio access program for independent artists. Studios include: Fabrication, Blacksmithing, Foundry, Stone Yard, and Mold Making. The Metal & Stone Studio Manager supervises a full time Sculpture Technician, instructors, studio coordinators and Pratt Points volunteers. The Metal & Stone Studio Manager works closely with the other Studio Managers to build community and maintain positive relationships with partnering organizations and community members as well as to form and drive the mission and vision of Pratt as it relates to the department and program excellence.
\n____________________________________________________________________________
\nPratt Fine Arts Center is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. People of color are encouraged to apply.<\/p>\n

Job Description Responsibilities:<\/strong>
\nThe Metal & Stone Studio Manager is responsible for creating educational experiences for a diverse group of people that exposes them to traditional and contemporary sculpture techniques as well as providing resources in the studios that meet the needs of individual practicing artists. The Metal & Stone Studio Manager will work closely with the Director of Programs to refine and strengthen class offerings, studio access, and
\noutreach initiatives.<\/p>\n

Primary responsibilities include:<\/strong>
\n\u00b7 Develop and schedule an ongoing variety of classes and workshops to serve students of all backgrounds and skill levels, including options for virtual\/online learning
\n\u00b7 Foster the growth and success of the studio access program within the Metal & Stone Studios including safety oversight, proficiency testing, policy enforcement, and general communications
\n\u00b7 Build annual budget and maintain expense tracking with consideration of curriculum needs, budget capacity and enrollment trends.
\n\u00b7 Manage scheduling and supplies for all classes as well as studio maintenance needs
\n\u00b7 Create and maintain community partnerships between Pratt and local communities such as the NWSSA and the NWBA by serving as an ambassador for Pratt for new engagement in the Sculpture Studios
\n\u00b7 Recruit, train, supervise and evaluate instructors and TAs
\n\u00b7 Serve as the primary contact for Pratt policy and procedure compliance with instructors
\n\u00b7 Recruit and institute Master Artist class offerings
\n\u00b7 Supervise the Sculpture Technician, Studio Coordinators and Pratt Points Volunteers
\n\u00b7 Work closely with the Sculpture Instructors, Staff and community to ensure a positive and engaging experience for the students and access users
\n\u00b7 Serve on at least one committee. Work with other staff to plan and assist Pratt events and all studio-related special events<\/p>\n

Minimum Qualifications:<\/strong>
\n\u00b7 Bachelor\u2019s degree in Fine Arts with a Sculpture focus, arts administration or a related field or equivalent experience.
\n\u00b7 Prior experience in arts management, teaching, administration for a nonprofit
\n\u00b7 Competence in serving diverse populations
\n\u00b7 Broad knowledge of sculpture-related topics, trends, processes and skills
\n\u00b7 Strong oral communication, written language and project management skills
\n\u00b7 Experience with projects and budget management, purchasing and inventory systems, and cost estimation
\n\u00b7 Detail oriented: with management and leadership skills
\n\u00b7 Proven success in curriculum and project planning, health and safety procedures, implementation and evaluation
\n\u00b7 Working knowledge of Fabrication, Blacksmithing, Foundry and Stone Carving studios
\n\u00b7 Exemplary computer and internet skills.<\/p>\n

Preferred Qualities:<\/strong>
\n\u00b7 Ability to build strong relationships with diverse community partners
\n\u00b7 3+ years of experience in sculpture (metals & stone) programming and production
\n\u00b7 Experience with delivery of online and\/or recorded content; technical skills in video production
\n\u00b7 Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
\n\u00b7 Experience in serving diverse populations
\n\u00b7 Passion for innovative sculpture education program building for multi-generational audiences
\n\u00b7 Natural inclination toward cooperation, collaboration, and partnership
\n\u00b7 Ability to be effective independently and as a member of a team
\n\u00b7 High tolerance for ambiguity; willingness to navigate a complex work environment and build efficient systems and procedures
\n\u00b7 Practicing artist with connection to local community
\n\u00b7 Positive, can-do attitude and a sense of humor<\/p>\n

Disclaimer<\/strong>
\nThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.<\/p>\n

Compensation:<\/strong>
\n$20-25\/hr. DOE + 80% employer contribution to medical, dental, and long-term disability. Employee-paid short-term disability and retirement programs are provided,
\nbut are optional. Also includes generous in-kind benefits in the form of class registrations and studio access.<\/p>\n

Application Deadline: Sunday, June 14, 2020<\/strong><\/p>\n

Application Requirements:<\/strong> Please send a cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications, and your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, as well as a
\nresume and three references to Eve Sanford, Director of Programs, esanford@pratt.org<\/a>. No calls or drop ins please.<\/p>\n

Pratt Fine Arts Center is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, membership or educational programs and activities. Furthermore, Pratt Fine Arts Center is committed to retaining to a racially diverse team. People of color are encouraged to apply.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Title: Metal & Stone Studio Manager Department: Education Reports to: Director of Programs FTE: $20-$25\/hr .8 = 32 hours per week, DOE +benefits Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Job Summary Pratt Fine Arts Center is seeking a highly motivated and energetic Metal & Stone Studio Manager. Reporting to the Director of Programs, the Metal & Stone Studio […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":3498,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"aside","meta":[],"categories":[4],"tags":[844,100,845,241,489,349,843,142,461,841,842,248],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3497"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/9"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3497"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3497\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3499,"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3497\/revisions\/3499"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3498"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3497"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3497"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3497"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}