Kingston, USA
Sculpture studio assistant
at Arlene Shechet Studio
Arlene Shechet Studio is recruiting a sculpture studio assistant for art and design to join its team in Kingston, USA.
Established sculptor with broad international practice of public and private installations, is seeking a technically skilled, experienced, addition to a tight-knit studio team located in Kingston, NY. Studio work varies from large public projects to gallery-scale sculptures.
Primary responsibilities of the role are 3D modelling and rendering, physical model fabrication, supervising large-scale steel construction, spatial planning for museum exhibitions and possibly hands-on work.
Candidates must be very responsible, smart and creative problem solvers.
Applicants must be proficient in Rhino, ZBrush and Adobe Creative Suite (primarily Photoshop)
Position is 32 hours per week, Monday-Thursday, 10am-6pm. Studio is located in Kingston, NY. This position is in person only.
We recognize that it is unlikely that someone meets 100% of the qualifications for a role. If much of this job description describes you, then please apply for this role via the apply for job button below.
Responsibilities:
- production of 3D files for digital fabrication output
- proactive research on digital fabrication methods
- develop 3D designs for varying scales and material thicknesses
- physical model making of complex forms, using paper, 3D printing, laser cutting and other methods
- continually streamline production processes
- quickly prototype in 3D, physically and digitally
- pro-active communication with team members about works in progress
- ability to collaborate and respond to creative, critical feedback
- 3D sculpting and mesh editing
Required qualifications:
- BArch, BFA, Bachelor of Industrial Design or related
- three-plus years’ experience with custom fabrication, digital fabrication, architecture or related
- experience with making clear construction or shop drawings
- tech-savvy balanced with an understanding and grounding in physical making and an intuitive understanding of materials
- advanced knowledge of Rhinoceros 3D
- advanced proficiency with Abobe Suite (in particular, Photoshop)
- experience with 3D rendering
- proficiency in preparing 3D prints, operating an (FDM) 3D printer, and maintenance
- experience outputting to CNC machines (especially laser cutters)
- physical model-making experience
- knowledge and appreciation of contemporary art
- general installation experience
- ability to iteratively prototype
- experimental and flexible approach to design
Exceptional candidates would also have:
- MArch, MFA, Masters of Design or related field or equivalent work experience
- experience with project management, team leadership
- understanding of or experience with metalworking methods
- experience with mesh editing software(s), i.e. Meshmixer
- experience with 3D scanning/photogrammetry
- experience operating CNC machines
- experience with physically modelling curvilinear forms
- mold-making experience
Apply:
- cover letter
- resume/CV
- three references
- three to eight work samples