Artist Model

Artist Model Part-time, Non-Exempt. The Kansas City Art Institute (KCAI), a national leader in visual arts and design education, is seeking applications for the position of part-time Artist Model. This position pays $16.50 per hour and hours vary. Our Mission: Preparing gifted students to transform the world creatively through art and design. Our Vision: To be an innovative leader in art and design education. NARRATIVE GENERAL DESCRIPTION Posing for figure drawing, figure painting or sculpture classes as part of the creative process. Artist models pose either in the nude or clothed to provide the human figure in a work of art. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Arrive 15 minutes before class begins. Speak with the instructor about required poses. Inform the instructor when a pose becomes painful or you are uncomfortable, or if the room temperature is not appropriate for nude modeling. Never work without substantial padding or cushions. All classes should be properly monitored by a faculty member. If not, contact Model Supervisor for direction. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS There are five major types of poses: gestures, portraits, standing, sitting and reclining. Gesture Poses – Short (10–5 minutes) action poses such as dancing, acting, walking, playing, stretching. Rotate to provide each student a different perspective. Avoid over‑extension and loss of balance. Portrait Poses – Keep head still and eyes open. Other body parts may shift as long as torso, shoulders, neck, and head remain still. Usually seated and clothed. Standing Poses – Ensure adequate padding under feet. Stay no longer than 25 minutes without a break. Keep balanced, feet shoulder‑width apart, avoid locking knees. Sitting Poses – Watch limbs and other body parts for circulation loss. Avoid extreme bending or turning. Use model stands, stools, blocks, or cushions as needed. Reclining Poses – May involve torso and hip twist. Ensure padding under hips. Avoid raising arms for extended periods. Follow break schedule. REQUIRED/PREFERRED EXPERIENCE Previous work experience in a collegiate environment preferred. Previous experience in performing arts preferred. Previous experience in artist modeling preferred. Equivalent combination of work and education. About KCAI: The Kansas City Art Institute is a private, independent, and accredited college of art and design founded in 1885, located in the cultural heart of metropolitan Kansas City, Missouri. The college enrolls nearly 600 undergraduate students regionally, nationally, and internationally. For more information, please visit . Applications deadline and procedures: This position is considered “open” until an offer of employment has been accepted. Career inquiries and resume submissions received during the on-campus finalist stage of the search are not guaranteed consideration. Kansas City Art Institute is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, gender identity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. KCAI provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you have any difficulty using our online system and need an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact the Human Resources Department about your interest in employment. Any questions or concerns can be directed to Kansas City Art Institute’s Human Resource Administrator at View email address on click.appcast.io. KCAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Vets. #J-18808-Ljbffr