Hiring Department
University of Missouri – Kansas City
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Media, Art and Design
The Department of Media, Art and Design in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Missouri-Kansas City is continuously accepting applications for the position of artist model.
THE INTENT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS TO IDENTIFY A POOL OF CANDIDATES FOR ARTIST MODELS.
Job Description
Models are used in our Studio Art classes in the study of drawing the human art figure. Artist models must be able to strike and hold undraped poses in a professional art education setting. Models must have the physical ability to hold sitting, standing, reclining, and gestural poses for up to 30 minutes.
Shift
The department’s need for artist models allows flexibility in scheduling and the average model will work between three and ten class sessions a semester for our department, usually for three hours each session.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Applicants must be dependable, professional, and mature.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the performing arts, such as dance or theatre, is preferred.
Anticipated Hiring Range
The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $17.00 - $20.00/hour.
Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.
Grade: MKT
University Title: MODEL
To review the University of Missouri’s Staff Compensation Structure you can view the Job Code detail page. Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Application Materials
Please combine and submit the following application materials:
- A letter of interest - include your probable availability, any special experience you have (such as dance or other art modeling), and your reasons for applying for this position at UMKC
- CV or Resume
into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as your resume attachment. Limit document name to 50 characters. Do not include special characters (e.g. / & % etc.). Maximum size is 11MB.
Other Information
The Department of Media, art and design offers undergraduate and graduate courses in film studies, media, art and design, art history, and studio art. Please visit our website for more information about our department: Media, Art and Design | Humanities and Social Sciences | University of Missouri - Kansas City (umkc.edu) .
Benefit Eligibility
This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement/retirement/core-voluntary-plans
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.
