Ceramics Technician Program

The CTP Tech will support the work in a large active studio, developing their ceramics expertise and learning from our team. This position provides hands-on experience in all aspects of operating our ceramics programs with a focus on studio management, production process, clay recycling, glazing, and program management in a non-profit community arts organization. In exchange for the CTP Tech work, we are offering access to our ceramics studio for personal work time and some storage space. The CTP Tech will have access to all Student Studio hours in the ceramics studio up to 9 hours that match but not exceed weekly CTP Tech work hours. This offers the opportunity to apply learnings and maintain their artistic practice in a fully stocked studio. The CTP Tech has a wide variety of responsibilities. They will include physical labour and, at times, heavy lifting as part of their regular duties.

About the Program

The CTP Tech will support the work in a large active studio, developing their ceramics expertise and learning from our team. This position provides hands-on experience in all aspects of operating our ceramics programs with a focus on studio management, production process, clay recycling, glazing, and program management in a non-profit community arts organization. In exchange for the CTP Tech work, we are offering access to our ceramics studio for personal work time and some storage space. The CTP Tech will have access to all Student Studio hours in the ceramics studio up to 9 hours that match but not exceed weekly CTP Tech work hours. This offers the opportunity to apply learnings and maintain their artistic practice in a fully stocked studio. The CTP Tech has a wide variety of responsibilities. They will include physical labour and, at times, heavy lifting as part of their regular duties.

ALISON YOUNG

Current CTP Tech

Alison has throughout her career as a Lab Technologist, and later with experience in IT, she started as a volunteer task at the ceramics program and has gained valuable skills that have for the role of CTP Tech.  In this role as a CTP Tech provides her with an amazing opportunity to continue her ceramics journey, learning new skills and gaining valuable experience with an exceptional team. Her current duties at the ceramics studio include supervising student studio, general cleaning and maintenance of the studio and equipment, and clay recycling, including running the pugmill. This experience, combined with her exceptional organizational skills, l ensure that the work required to maintain and operate the ceramics studio is planned and managed effectively.

CTP Application

We are currently accepting applications for our winter 2025 CTP happening January 15th – May 14th. Successful applicants can be engaged for a maximum of three terms in a row.
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How to Apply

Please submit your application to ceramics@pomoarts.ca , according to the following guidelines:

  • Subject Line: Ceramics Technician Program Application

  • PDF format only with your COVER LETTER and RESUME/CV, a list of two professional references, and at least six (6) images of your work

  • Your cover letter should clearly indicate why you are interested in this position, what you hope to learn, and what impact it will have on your professional development

  • Application Deadline: December 20th, 2024

PoMoArts is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds, and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, or (dis)ability.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

CTP Applicant Criteria

A successful applicant will be a hard worker with a demonstrated passion and dedication for ceramics. They will be a good communicator, problem-solver, and eager to increase their skillset. This program is geared towards ceramics artists or graduates interested in furthering their ceramic education and developing their portfolio.

The successful candidate will need to pass Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check.
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Requirements

  • BFA or BA in ceramics or equivalent experience

  • Ability to work with adults and children of all ages and abilities

  • Strong work ethic and commitment to community service

  • A general understanding of a variety of ceramics processes

  • Ability to work up to 9 hours a week in 3-hour shifts that may include heavy lifting, up to 25lbs

  • Assets

Intermediate level of throwing and hand-building skills