Greenwich House · 4 months ago
Pottery Technician & Program Assistant
Greenwich House is a historic organization that provides various programs and support to the New York community. The Technician and Program Assistant role involves supporting daily studio operations, educational programming, and community engagement at Greenwich House Pottery, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all users.
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Responsibilities
Maintain cleanliness and safety of studio classrooms and shared spaces
Prepare and replenish clay, glazes, slips, and kiln materials
Load, unload, and monitor kilns; document firings and report malfunctions
Receive deliveries and restock studio materials and tools
Perform or assist with basic equipment maintenance and minor repairs
Support studio and classroom setup and breakdown
Assist Operations Manager and/or Studio and Program Coordinator with specialized repairs and facility maintenance
Welcome and assist students, faculty, and visitors at the front desk
Answer phone and email inquiries and provide general program information
Process registrations, payments, and tool sales via POS systems (Shopify and Stripe)
Maintain accurate signage, rosters, and studio announcements
Support weekly faculty communications and student outreach as directed
Assist with opening/closing duties and track attendance or supply needs
Serve as a helpful, knowledgeable point of contact for faculty and students
Support a respectful, inclusive, and creative learning environment
Offer studio tours and orient new students as needed
Assist in-studio events and exhibitions, including artwork pick-up and gallery-related logistics
Capture photos and short videos of daily studio activity for use in organic social media content, in collaboration with the Studio and Program Coordinator
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Bachelor of Arts (BA), or equivalent knowledge; Master of Fine Arts (MFA) a plus
Minimum two years of experience in a ceramics studio, arts organization, or educational setting
A self-starter who works well without close supervision and can establish priorities when presented with multiple tasks
Strong organizational and communication skills
Comfortable with physical tasks and working around kilns, clay, and studio materials
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and adapt to changing studio needs
Commitment to inclusivity and service in a community arts environment
Preferred
Working knowledge of social media platforms and comfort capturing informal photo and video content for internal or promotional use is a plus
Benefits
Worker’s Compensation
Holidays
Sick Leave
Competitive Remuneration
Company
Greenwich House
Greenwich House is a non-profit organization that provides rental spaces, education, consulting, and community development services.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Charter Communications
2024-09-18Grant
2023-09-15Grant
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