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Maryland Institute College of Art

Model

Baltimore, MD · On-site

Models will pose for art students for the purpose of studying the human figure. Summary of ... A strong desire to work with artist in an educational environment Preferred qualifications: * N/A ...

Maryland Institute College of Art

Model

Baltimore, MD · On-site

Models will pose for art students for the purpose of studying the human figure. Summary of ... A strong desire to work with artist in an educational environment Preferred qualifications: * N/A ...

The Pennsylvania State University

AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Penn State School of Visual Arts (SoVA) seeks to hire part-time art ... Models are scheduled for three-hour nude figure drawing sessions throughout the semester as needed ...

Thuma

CGI Artist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$3K/wk

You bring deep expertise in leading 3D modeling, rendering, and image editing software, and you ... figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. The salary, other compensation ...

Thuma

CGI Artist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$3K/wk

You bring deep expertise in leading 3D modeling, rendering, and image editing software, and you ... figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. The salary, other compensation ...

Thuma

CGI Artist

San Francisco, CA

$3K/wk

You bring deep expertise in leading 3D modeling, rendering, and image editing software, and you ... figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. The salary, other compensation ...

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How much do artist figure model jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for artist figure model in the United States is $24.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a typical work environment like for an Artist Figure Model?

Artist Figure Models usually work in art schools, colleges, private studios, or community art centers, providing live reference for drawing, painting, or sculpture classes. The setting is typically respectful, quiet, and collaborative, with instructors guiding the session and artists focusing on their work. Models often rotate between short and long poses and may work with prop setups or themed assignments depending on the class focus. You’ll often collaborate closely with instructors to understand pose requirements, and there may be opportunities to work solo or alongside other models, depending on the session. This environment allows for a blend of independence and teamwork within a creative community.

What is an Artist Figure Model job?

An Artist Figure Model poses for artists, sculptors, or photographers to help them study the human form. Models may hold various poses, often for extended periods, to allow artists to practice proportion, anatomy, and expression. They may work for art schools, individual artists, or photography studios. The job requires patience, the ability to stay still, and sometimes nudity, depending on the assignment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Artist Figure Model position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Artist Figure Model, you need the ability to hold poses for extended periods, a strong sense of body awareness, and reliability in maintaining scheduled commitments. While no formal certifications are usually required, familiarity with studio settings, posing props, and relevant safety practices is helpful. Professionalism, punctuality, and effective communication are important soft skills for building trust with artists and instructors. These qualities help ensure a productive art session, promote positive working relationships, and support the artistic process.

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Infographic showing various Artist Figure Model job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,263 per year, or $24.6 per hour.
Short-Term: Life Drawing Model

Short-Term: Life Drawing Model

San Bernardino Community College District

San Bernardino, CA • On-site

$25/hr

Temporary

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Salary: $25.00 Hourly
Location : San Bernardino Valley College and/or Crafton Hills College, CA
Job Type: Short-Term
Job Number: 007312024
Department: Art
Opening Date: 07/01/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Work Schedule: Varies
Work Days/Year: Varies
Mission Statement: SBCCD positively impacts the lives and careers of our students, the well-being of their families, and the prosperity of our community through excellence in educational and training opportunities.
Job Description
This posting is to establish a pool of qualified applicants. The department may not be actively recruiting. Applications submitted will remain active for up to one (1) year.
Should the department be interested in interviewing you, you will be contacted by the department with the information provided in your application.
Pose for fine arts studio classes: figure drawing and, occasionally, painting,
drawing and sculpture courses; model poses without clothing in figure drawing
classes.
• Be able to provide a full range of traditional life drawing poses, from gestures to
sustained poses, as required by tradition and the instructor.
• Demonstrate the flexibility and animation of the human form.
• Provide traditional gestures and poses as well as anatomical studies.
• model poses without clothing in figure drawing.
Qualifications
• Previous experience as an artist's model or dance experience.
• Have knowledge of how the model demonstrates anatomy, gesture, or content in
a drawing.
• Be aware of classic and traditional poses in the art tradition.
• Acceptance of the responsibility to promote the welfare and best interests of
students at all times.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting a teaching, learning and
working environment that honors diversity, equity and inclusion.
Physical Demands and Working Environment
• Be physically able to provide a full range of body gestures and poses, from quick
gestures to long, sustained poses.
• Be able to hold poses for the sustained drawings.
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting.
Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to occasionally lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight up to 25 pounds; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; and to operate assigned equipment.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Employment Requirements
The person selected for hire will be required to complete the following pre-employment requirements:
  • Submit to and successfully pass DOJ live scan/fingerprinting. Cost of live-scan services to be borne by candidate.
  • Sealed official transcript(s) in envelope from institution or electronic copies emailed directly from institution (for positions with higher education requirement)
  • Tuberculosis (TB) risk assessment
  • Other pre-employment requirements may be required depending on the position (i.e. certifications or licenses; see job posting qualifications section for details).
Successful completion of all pre-employment requirements is mandatory to be eligible for employment. These requirements are in accordance with the San Bernardino Community College District's
This position is not eligible for full-time benefits.

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