Established in 1934, The Hambidge Center is a sanctuary unlike any other dedicated to nurturing creativity in all walks of life. On the historic 600-acre campus in the North Georgia Mountains, Hambidge offers a national multidisciplinary residency program, innovative workshops, along with community programs and a gallery. As the oldest residency program in the South, Hambidge has a long tradition of excellence hosting artists, writers, dancers, musicians, chefs and scientists exploring their creative voices while unplugging from everyday distractions. With the addition of the Antinori Village in 2023, Hambidge has expanded its programming to include workshops, curated projects, and public events, furthering its mission to nurture creativity. Inspiring workshops are modeled after the residency program welcoming eight individuals at a time to ensure deeper connection and crafted from the number of people that fit around the dinner table. The Cross-Pollination Art Lab in Atlanta also provides studio space and dynamic arts programming. Through all its programs, Hambidge boldly promotes the creative process and incubation of ideas in the widest diversity of people while building strong, supportive bonds of community through open, respectful dialogue and shared experiences.
Rabun Gap, GA
United States
To apply, please send a cover letter, a resume or CV and a list of three professional references with contact information to jobs@hambidge.org. No phone calls, please. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Selected candidates will be subject to background investigation.
The Ceramic Studio Technician is a part-time, year round position that provides technical, administrative and logistical support for efficient day-to-day functioning of Ceramic programs and supports Hambidge Center workshops. The position is responsible for maintaining studio equipment, materials and supplies in all ceramic studios in accordance with established policies and procedures, and for making recommendations for repairs and improvements as observed by daily contact and use. The position oversees studio safety and maintenance of all studio facilities and equipment. The position serves as liaison to the clay community and is responsible for representing the organization and its ceramic programs to local, regional and national audiences including workshop presenters, participating artists, volunteers, residents and prospective donors.
Studio responsibilities include: maintaining the 2,000 sq. ft. Antinori Pottery Studio and a 350 sq. ft. resident studio with an anagama kiln, 4 electric kilns, 2 gas kilns and 1 raku kiln; assisting residents with firing electric and gas kilns; providing set-up, breakdown and firing support during Anagama firings; providing equipment maintenance; organizing workspaces; routine and deep cleaning; ordering supplies and mixing glazes.
Workshop duties include operational logistics, instructor communication and set-up for ceramic workshops. Duties outside the ceramics facilities include supporting: special events, organizational initiatives, non-ceramic workshops and resident projects. All duties will be performed with care for material and equipment safety and creating a warm and welcoming environment.
For a full job listing please visit https://www.hambidge.org/employment