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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 Essential Functions: Model poses may include but not limited to nude, fully clothed, partially clothed etc.

SUNY Ulster

Art Model

Stone Ridge, NY · On-site

$30/hr

SUNY Ulster is seeking part-time Art Models to pose both clothed and nude for Figure Drawing and Painting courses, which run from August to December and January to May. Class Schedule: Mondays and ...

SUNY Ulster

Art Model

Stone Ridge, NY · On-site

$30/hr

SUNY Ulster is seeking part-time Art Models to pose both clothed and nude for Figure Drawing and Painting courses, which run from August to December and January to May. Class Schedule: Mondays and ...

Sacramento State

ART MODEL POOL FALL 2026

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$30/hr

ART MODEL POOL FALL 2026 Apply now Job no: 559237 Work type: Staff Location: Sacramento Categories ... Most observational modeling for studio courses is unclothed (in the nude) and involves a variety of ...

Willamette University

Life Model

Portland, OR

$20.81/hr

Sustains a variety of nude or clothed poses for art students during classes up to 3 hours in ... Maintains personal space and life modeling etiquette. Observes standard life model practices (i.e ...

NorthEastern

Figure Model

Boston, MA

$45/hr

... art class needs. Our class times are 3 hours long, and they meet once a week, on afternoons and/or evenings. Our models pose nude for our classes, so you must be comfortable with nudity. Poses will ...

Northeastern University

Figure Model

Boston, MA · On-site

$45/hr

... art class needs. Our class times are 3 ½ hours long, and they meet once a week, on afternoons and/or evenings. Our models pose nude for our classes, so you must be comfortable with nudity. Poses ...

Art Institute of Chicago

Model

Chicago, IL · On-site

$22 - $25.31/hr

... nude figure modeling sessions to a high quality fine arts and design institution while exercising the School of the Art Institute of Chicago community's guidelines and standards. Supply timely and ...

Willamette University

Life Model

Portland, OR · On-site

$20.81/hr

Sustains a variety of nude or clothed poses for art students during classes up to 3 hours in ... Maintains personal space and life modeling etiquette. Observes standard life model practices (i.e ...

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Model

Maryland Institute College of Art

Baltimore, MD

Part-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Welcome to the official site for employment opportunities at MICA.  At MICA, we value diversity and empower our employees to use their talent in a variety of ways. We are pleased that you are interested in career opportunities offered at MICA.

General purpose: Models will pose for art students for the purpose of studying the human figure.

Summary of Essential Functions: Model poses may include but not limited to nude, fully clothed, partially clothed etc. Our current need is for nude models.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Work with instructors to execute poses relating to the subject matter

  • Provide creative gesture poses

  • Pose with other models

  • Pose in costumes as needed

  • Hold sustained poses for the duration of the class as requested

  • Understand all topics covered in the model training session

  • Work within the guidelines of professionalism as determined by the model coordinator and the Maryland Institute College of Art

  • Communicate with coordinator in a timely manner when called with a request for work.

  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of Art

  • Some experience working as a model in a classroom setting

  • Ability to hold a sustained pose such as: seated, standing, reclining as requested

  • Must be reliable, punctual, and mature

Minimum qualifications:

  • High school Diploma or equivalent

  • A strong desire to work with artist in an educational environment

Preferred qualifications:

  • N/A

Reporting to this position: None

Conditions of Employment:

  • Conditions: Satisfactory Background Check

  • Employee must adhere to Institutional policies

Maryland Institute College of Art is committed to its policy of providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam-era, or otherwise). Furthermore, the College does not tolerate any form of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment or sexual violence. This policy applies to all programs, facilities, and activities provided by Maryland Institute College of Art, including but not limited to admission, educational programs, and employment.

Applicants must apply online for each job in which they are interested. You will not be considered for any job for which you have not specifically applied. We do not accept applications via email, U.S. mail, or fax. Successful candidates for any staff or faculty positions will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

MICA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 410-225-2363.

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