🏢 Company: Tennessee Tech University
🇺🇸 Location: United States
🌎 Work Model: On-Site
Position Information
The Appalachian Center for Craft is seeking an Artist in Residence (AIR) of exceptional talent to provide support in the glass studio and program. The purpose of the AIR program is to provide a creative, residential environment for emerging professional artists. The Craft Center’s mission is to offer the finest studio professional craft education through the BFA and BS degrees and workshop programs, while providing a regional cultural resource for the surrounding community.
Instructional Support
In addition to the possible teaching opportunities through Tennessee Tech’s academic program, residents will have the opportunity to teach outreach through the Appalachian Center for Craft for additional compensation. Additional teaching may include occasional teaching duties during faculty absence during the academic year.
Housing
Residence in Craft Center housing is a required condition of studio residencies (no pets allowed). A single occupancy bedroom with private bath and cooking, lounge facilities and common living spaces are shared with other residents. There are no completely private housing units available. Spouses, partners, and significant others are not allowed to live on campus; housing is offered only to resident artists. Individual, private studio space and 24-hour studio access are provided.
Essential Functions
In exchange for housing and a private studio, the AIR will work 15 hours per week overseeing studio upkeep and providing instructional support as required. AIR will have general oversight of machine and tool maintenance including installing new equipment and maintaining existing equipment. Specific instruction will be given where needed. Instructional assistance includes occasional teaching duties during faculty absence, periodic class demonstrations, participation in class discussions, and/or mid-term and final group reviews. During the Craft Center’s summer workshop season the AIR manages the studio and ensures smooth operations.
Minimum Qualifications
A BFA/BA/BS from an accredited institution or equivalent experience is required. Applicants that apply should have a genuine interest in teaching, as the SAC&D often has a need for adjunct faculty to teach Introduction to Art (Art Appreciation) as well as other art foundation courses. Selection criteria include: the candidate’s potential artistic and professional growth within the residency, technical skills in studio and equipment maintenance, and potential for instructional support. A strong understanding and competency in glass materials, operation of studio equipment and processes, and basic equipment maintenance required.
Preferred Qualifications
MFA from an accredited institution or equivalent professional experience.
Work Hours
15 hours per week. One-year appointment, August 15, 2025 – August 10, 2026. The resident may have the opportunity to extend their residency for a second year, but must apply again to the open call, competing against the applicant pool that year.
Compensation And Benefits
A stipend of $6000 annually is provided, which is paid in monthly increments by direct deposit. Benefits include the accumulation of annual and sick leave on a prorated basis equal to the percentage of employment, and thirteen (13) pro-rated University holidays. Other benefits include pro-rated retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits.
Posting Details
POSTING DATE: 01/27/2025
SCREENING DATE: 06/02/2025
OPEN UNTIL FILLED: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applicants must apply online at: https://jobs.tntech.edu with the following:
Cover letter addressing:
– Why would you like to be a resident artist?
– What you hope to achieve artistically while in the residency program?
– How do you feel your skills will contribute to the academic program of Tennessee Tech and to the Appalachian Center for Craft?
– Please describe your experience and skills in a glass studio. (I.e. processes, techniques, and machine maintenance).
Resume.
Portfolio (saved in PDF format) of 10-20 personal artworks.
Contact information for three references. (References will be contacted by lead faculty).
Unofficial transcripts.
Official transcripts required upon hire.
Applicant Documents
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
– Cover Letter
– Resume
– List of References
– Portfolio: Personal Artwork
– Transcripts