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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 ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly 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 the difference between Hourly Artist Figure Model vs Life Drawing Model?

AspectHourly Artist Figure ModelLife Drawing Model
CredentialsNo formal credentials required, but experience may helpNo formal credentials required, often similar to figure modeling
Work EnvironmentArt studios, colleges, private sessionsArt classes, studios, colleges
Employer & IndustryArtists, art schools, private clientsArt schools, studios, individual artists
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for figure modeling jobs for artistsSeeking life drawing modeling opportunities

Both roles involve posing for artists in art classes or studios, with similar environments and expectations. The main difference lies in terminology; 'Hourly Artist Figure Model' emphasizes the payment structure, while 'Life Drawing Model' is a more general term used across art education settings. Both require the ability to hold poses and work professionally in artistic environments.

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Infographic showing various Hourly Artist Figure Model job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 32% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 60% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,263 per year, or $24.6 per hour.
Flex Female Plus Model - Los Angeles Photo Studio

Flex Female Plus Model - Los Angeles Photo Studio

Nordstrom, Inc.

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$33.25 - $53/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

Nordstrom rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 417 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

4th of 21 rated department stores

Job description

Job Description
We are a specialty retailer offering the very best of what's next in fashion for men, women and children since 1901.
ECOMMERCE
A LOT GOES INTO THAT TINY SHOPPING CART.
Our e-commerce team, Nordstrom Direct, ensures that customers experience the same great fashion and service on Nordstrom.com and NordstromRack.com as they expect in our stores. This team works throughout the company to deliver great shopping through cutting-edge technology.
A day in the life...
The on-figure, female model for non-recognizable/sell shot photography is responsible for modeling garments for use on the Nordstrom website.
  • Must be comfortable standing and changing garments during an 8-hour shoot day
  • Punctuality is a must to adhere to the shoot schedule
  • Maintain body measurements within .5" of specs listed below
  • Work with a photography crew to produce high quality results that fulfill the creative direction

Behavioral Competencies:
  • Provide exceptional customer service through professionalism, ownership and initiative
  • Show commitment to team through collaboration and positive, proactive communication
  • Demonstrate productivity through the efficient use of time and a commitment to strong results

Requirements:
The on-figure, female model for non-recognizable/sell shot photography is responsible for modeling garments for use on the Nordstrom website.
The on-figure, female model for non-recognizable/sell shot photography should fit a typical sample size and if hired maintain consistent body measurements within .5" of specs listed below:
  • Height 5'9.5" - 5'11"
  • Bust 38 - 44"
  • Waist 32 - 36"
  • Hips 47 - 50"
  • Shoe Size 8 - 11
  • Dress Size 14 - 16

To Apply You Must:
  • Submit current photos (front, side, back) and measurements with resume
  • Be 18 years or older
  • Be willing to be measured and photographed if called in for an interview
  • Minimal body art preferred
  • Experience a plus
  • Cannot have agency representation

You own this if you have...
  • Familiar with the fast paced studio environment
  • Comfortable in front of a camera
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • High level of commitment to service, productivity and teamwork

*** This is a flexible schedule and on-call, as needed position. Hours and scheduling will depend on volume of work ***
Pay Range Details
The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.
Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
$33.25 - $53.00 Hourly
We've got you covered...
Our employees are our most important asset and that's reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
  • Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
  • Life Insurance and Disability
  • Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_15_Variable_ES-US.pdf
A few more important points...
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.
For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com.
Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ's for relevant information and guidelines.
Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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