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Job Posting Title: Figure Model
Position Type: Transient (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)
Department: LSUAM AD - Art - Admin - Operations (Chenta Shamica Franklin (00002032))
Work Location: Barnes Ogden Art & Design Complex
Pay Grade: Temporary
Job Description: Job Responsibilities
Models use a variety of short and long poses to enable students in the class to explore representation through line, value, space, proportion, balance, and expression. Poses are sitting and standing for studio classes lasting up to three hours, with breaks every 20-30 minutes based on the difficulty of the pose and the needs of the model. Experience is not required. Dance classes, or other related physical activities, are a nearly ideal preparation for a life model; however, do not worry about having "the perfect physique." Artists work with all body types in understanding the human form and yours will work just fine. Those who are more natural and less model-like are ideal.
Punctuality and reliability are essential . Life drawing and figure painting classes are about working directly from the forms of the model. Students and teachers must be able to rely absolutely on the fact that a model will always be in the studio at the scheduled times. Professionalism is also crucial. Be prepared to undress in a separate space and then bring a robe and sandals to wear to the room you will be posing in. You will be required to cover up during breaks.
Appointments are for a full semester of classes. Studio classes meet twice weekly for three hours. Minimum Requirements
Successful completion of background check prior to employment.
Additional Job Description: Special Instructions: The School of Art is seeking individuals to work as figure drawing models. Nude life drawing models are crucial to the success of art programs across the country, and are highly valued by the LSU School of Art. Life drawing and painting classes are central to the training of artists, providing key tools for developing the representational and abstract skills necessary to painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, and the design fields.
Please contact the School of Art 225.578.5411 with any questions or if you need further information
Posting Date: September 4, 2025
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): Additional Position Information: Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N): LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HCM Contact Information: For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
Job Tags
Temporary work, Fixed term contract, Seasonal work, Work at office, Flexible hours,