Peter’s Valley Summer Assistantships
© Peter’s Valley School of Craft
Summer Studio Assistantship Program
“We are looking for excited, engaged emerging artists to participate in our summer assistantship program. Each year Peters Valley selects talented and motivated people, to participate in our summer program by assisting our instructors and studio heads. The Studio Assistantship is rigorous, requires long days in the studio and provides invaluable professional development opportunities. Studio assistants receive a stipend of $350 per week (for up to 18 weeks) in addition to lodging and meals on campus. We are accepting applications in 5 craft media studios; blacksmithing, ceramics, fibers, fine metals, and woodworking. Due to the rural nature of our campus, candidates should have their own transportation.”
Deadline to apply is March 15th, 2021
Qualifications:
The program is open to artists 21 years and older.
Knowledge of studio operations & equipment
The ability to work independently, take direction and work well with others
Good communication skills and the ability to address issues diplomatically
Understands and values racial equity as an organizational operating principle and is committed to continued learning on issues related to race, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Enthusiasm for your craft!
Duties:
Assist with cleaning and disinfection of tools, equipment and studios during workshops.
Help with studio preparation before and clean-up after workshops
Assist visiting instructors during workshops
Help students one-on-one with their work
Monitor evening open studio hours
Assist with special events when needed
Act as a representative of Peters Valley
Dates:
Assistantships are available during the workshop season (mid-May through mid- September). Assistants may apply for the entire summer or any duration of at least one month.
For more information, and to apply: https://petersvalley.org/opportunities/studio-assistantships/