"Model (IVC)"

Model (IVC)

Company: South Orange County Community College District

Job Location: Mission Viejo, 92692

Category: Arts and Museum Administration

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Salary: $32.50 Hourly

Location: Irvine Valley College - Irvine, CA

Job Type: IVC - Non-Bargaining Unit (Part-Time) - Temporary

Job Number: 202400780

Office, Division, or School: IVC - School of the Arts

Closing Date: 1/12/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Art Models serve as essential resources for students in life drawing, life painting, and life sculpture classes. This position requires the ability to pose both draped and undraped in a professional and respectful academic environment. The role supports students' artistic development by providing accurate and expressive human forms for study. Models must be comfortable working under the direction of instructors and capable of maintaining poses for extended periods. Models must be available for 3-6 hour sessions during daytime, evenings, and weekends.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• Model for life drawing, painting, and sculpture classes in a variety of poses (both draped and undraped).
• Maintain poses for varying durations, typically ranging from a few minutes to up to an hour, with appropriate breaks.
• Follow instructor direction to create poses that support educational objectives and artistic assignments.
• Demonstrate consistent reliability and punctuality for scheduled sessions.
• Communicate effectively with instructors and students as needed.
• Adhere to professional conduct standards in a classroom/studio setting.
• Perform related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Basic art concepts and the role of the figure in artistic study.
• Classroom etiquette and the expectations of academic studio environments.

Ability to:

• Maintain still poses for extended periods with minimal movement.
• Exhibit professionalism, reliability, and strong work ethic.
• Adapt to various instructor directions and classroom needs.
• Demonstrate comfort and confidence in undraped poses.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with students and faculty.
• Follow instructions and collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Be flexible with scheduling needs and demonstrate consistent availability.
• Report to work on a regular and consistent basis, as scheduled, to the assigned job.
• Attend and participate in all scheduled staff meetings and trainings.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Previous art modeling experience preferred, especially in a college or academic setting.
• Must be comfortable posing undraped as required for life art classes.
• Demonstrated ability to hold poses for extended time periods.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Working Environment: May require flexible hours based on project needs, including availability during peak testing or implementation periods. Work is performed in indoor art studio settings designed for privacy, comfort, and focus. Models will work closely with instructors and groups of students in a classroom environment. Studio conditions may include warm lighting and minimal background noise to ensure concentration. Hours vary based on class schedules. The classes are either three hours or six hours long, and meet both during the day and at night. Must be able to work flexible hours including days, evenings, and weekends, as needed. Must be available for three-to-six-hour sessions.

Physical Demands: Must be able to assume and hold a variety of poses for extended durations. Must be able to sit, stand, lie down, or hold reclining poses without movement for periods up to 60 minutes with scheduled breaks. Frequent physical stillness and low-movement positions required.

Supplemental Information

Work Schedule: TBD - Schedule and shift vary and are subject to change in accordance with the department's needs.

Hours per Week: Up to 25