Lead Artist

Lead Artist

Our Studios in Dracut, MA & Salem, NH are looking for an energetic, skilled artist to work in our fast paced environment! Must be able to guide classes and birthday parties for children, adults, or a combination of the two; up to 18 people during a 2-3 hr acrylic painting class or camp program. This is not an ordinary art class - we are all about learning more about Art while having FUN! We help people to love what they create. IF you can instruct a small to large group and enjoy being the “host with the most”; we would like to hear from you!

Other duties include setting up for class, clean-up, checking in clients and reconciling payments/checking attendance.

Schedule includes: Weeknights, Weekend days and/or evening, and seasonal camp program times 8am-1pm in accordance with the school year calendar.  

*Please send a resume and samples of your work*

Responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Teaching detailed teaching methods during our fine art classes
• Instructing clients during class in an energetic, clear and well-paced manner while encouraging creativity and creating a relaxed, fun atmosphere
• Leading and directing a small team of assisting artists
• Assisting customers and staff member(s) to ensure smooth class flow and promote customer painting success through teamwork and positive attitude.
• Cultivating and growing class size through your charismatic and capable  teaching 

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Reliable
• Strong time management, communication, and organizational skills
• Confident public speaking or performance skills
• Proficiency in google docs, sheets, and basic point of sale knowledge
• Basic computer skills and internet knowledge

Preferred Education/Experience:

• Comfortable with acrylic medium, tools and painting composition
• Experience leading a group of people (classroom or otherwise)
• Experience in customer service
• Studies in Art or Design related fields.

Successful Candidates must possess the following:

• Be 18 or older and valid driver’s license, and have reliable transportation
• Willing to travel for outside events and conventions
• Punctual, dependable and available
• Be available year round and willing to work split shifts, evenings, weekends, holidays, and over school breaks for NH & Mass (winter, spring & summer)
• Professional appearance and attitude
• Comfortable speaking in front of a group and enjoy working with families, especially children
• Have an appreciation for art and the abilities of all ages; be encouraging.
• “Team Work” spirit and also capable of following through with minimal supervision
• Results Driven/ goal orientated: A positive sales pulse!
• Like working with your hands and have an eye for details
• Basic computer and POS knowledge
• Must be able to lift up to 30lbs, climb a ladder, and be standing/on feet for up to 8 hours at a time.

Experience:

Must have proven success with achieving goals and completing tasks within a timely manner

Retail sales and customer service- a plus

Art and childcare experience- a plus*

This position requires and includes the following:

• To be self-motivated, a good multi-tasker, and able to work independently without oversight or in a small team
• Greeting, servicing, and closing sales with customers: professionally interacting with Customers on a daily basis
• Assisting customers with questions, purchases and reservations
• Setting up and executing classes, parties, and events, for both children and adults
• Following company marketing/sales strategies that includes: selling, maintaining proper displays and signage.
• Receive & restock merchandise deliveries: Must be able to lift up to 30lbs at times, climb a ladder, and be standing/on feet for up to 8 hours at a time.
• Dress code willingness: business casual attire with company provided aprons. Company provided uniforms at times.
• Inventory, organizing, stocking supplies, merchandising and keeping the studio clean and beautiful
• Basic cleaning tasks including washing brushes, dishes, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping and dusting

How To Apply: Please e-mail us your resume and a little about yourself. No phone calls, please!

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Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $12-$16 

Schedule: 

Day Shift

Monday to Friday

Night Shift

Weekends

Additional Compensation: Tips

Work Location: Salem, NH Rockingham Mall

Typical start time: 12PM

Typical end time: 6PM

Company's website: HammarsArtStudio.com

Benefit Conditions: Waiting period may apply

Work Remotely: No