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.

Current CTP Assistants

Alexandra Claasen

Alex is currently pursuing a Fine Arts Diploma at KPU and is enrolled in a ceramics course for the upcoming semester, making this position a valuable opportunity to deepen her understanding of essential pottery processes. With a strong foundation gained from experience in community studios, she is eager to expand her technical knowledge, particularly in glaze mixing, clay recycling, and kiln operations. Bringing a strong work ethic, organizational skills, and a passion for pottery, Alex has experience in hand-building techniques, surface decoration, underglazing, and wheel throwing. her time in community studios has developed their adaptability, collaboration, and efficiency, all of which are essential in a professional studio environment. With the long-term goal of establishing herown pottery studio, Alex is confident that working with skilled ceramic technicians at PoMoArts will provide the hands-on experience needed to achieve this vision. She is excited about the opportunity to contribute to the studio while continuing to grow as an artist and professional.

Cathleen Mo

Cathleen is currently pursuing ceramics at PoMoArts, providing her with an excellent opportunity to enhance her skills in key pottery techniques. With a solid background from community studio experience, she is eager to deepen her technical expertise, particularly in glaze formulation, clay recycling, and kiln management. She brings a strong work ethic, organizational abilities, and a deep passion for pottery. Skilled in wheel-throwing, surface decoration, underglazing, and glazing, Cathleen has also developed adaptability, collaboration, and efficiency in studio settings. She is confident that working alongside experienced ceramic technicians at PoMoArts will offer the practical experience necessary for her growth. Enthusiastic about contributing to the studio, she looks forward to expanding her artistic and professional development.

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.

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

CTP Application

Applications for the spring 2025 Ceramics Technician Program will be open March 31 - April 28, 2025.

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: May 10th, 2025

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.

Previous Ceramics Technician

2024 winter
2024 fall
2024 summer
2024 spring

Previous Resident Artists

2023-2024
2022-2023
2021-2022
2019-2020
2018-2019
2017-2018
2016-2017
2015-2016
2013-2015