Description
ArtWorks is seeking artists (ages 18-24) to join our year-round Mural Studio team! This job is for young adults who are eager to launch their careers as creative professionals a step up from seasonal employment as an ArtWorks Apprentice. Mural Studio Artists work on several client-based projects during their 12-month employment at ArtWorks. Through on-the-job experiences Mural Studio Artists deepen their skills in mural design client management and production.
Additionally Mural Studio Artists engage in a series of career development sessions to advance their resume cover letter writing portfolio development budgeting client management and networking skills. The schedule will vary throughout the year but Mural Studio Artists will be required to work an average of 15-18 hours a week on various project assignments typically Monday-Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours. Mural Studio Artists will be required to attend weekly meetings with the full team and monthly career development and enrichment sessions.
Key Job Responsibilities:
General
- Attend weekly meetings for the Mural Studio.
- Work with the Mural Studio Managers to determine the work schedule.
- Uphold strategies and systems for studio management maintenance and file/spatial organization. Ensure all aspects of an assigned project are uploaded accessible and maintained through to project closing.
- Professionally communicate through ArtWorks project management software (Basecamp) email and phone utilizing ArtWorks best practices.
Design & Production
- Learn the various aspects of mural design and production for interior and exterior mural projects.
- Lead self-direct or take accountability for delegated responsibilities on project sites for timely project progression.
- Create design concepts and final designs as assigned.
- Respond to critiques and feedback on artwork and adjust to client needs and ArtWorks art production standards.
- Develop a personal portfolio of design work related to mural projects.
Career Readiness
- Attend monthly career development workshops and trainings.
- Complete career development program milestones including portfolio reviews cover letter and resume writing workshops networking opportunities and artist talks.
- Participate in completing reviews program evaluations and surveys.
Client Management
- Learn the various aspects of client relationship management including professional communication project scope definition expectations deadlines pricing and budget development.
- Establish and maintain positive client relationships.
- Support the development and pitching of project proposals/presentations and creative briefs.
- Support ongoing communication with the Mural Studio Managers clients and artists/designers (as needed).
- Act as an ArtWorks ambassador to current and potential clients and guests.
Requirements
Qualifications and experiences:
- Must be between 18 and 24 years old at the start of employment.
- 1 - 2 years of art classes at high school or college level or equivalent independent practice as evidenced by a strong visual portfolio.
- Collaborative Experience(s) with art projects and/or a willingness to work as a team.
- Basic knowledge of artistic software including Illustrator Photoshop and Procreate a plus but not required.
- Commitment to ArtWorks mission vision values culture and Equity Diversity Inclusion & Accessibility Plan.
Skills and abilities:
- Strong organizational problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Effective communication skills oral and written that include listening receiving and giving feedback.
- Ability to manage time well particularly while managing competing priorities.
- Proficiency with MS Word and PowerPoint Excel is a plus.
- Adhere to ethical behavior and business practices.
- Detail oriented.
- Curious about facts and trends; a continuous learner.
- Comfortable with public speaking.
- Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals solve problems produce art and execute projects.
- Interest in learning and developing client management skills.
- Creative flexible positive and innovative.
To Apply:
Application Deadline: November 9 2025.
Salary Description
$15.28 - $15.78 an hour
Part-timeDescriptionArtWorks is seeking artists (ages 18-24) to join our year-round Mural Studio team! This job is for young adults who are eager to launch their careers as creative professionals a step up from seasonal employment as an ArtWorks Apprentice. Mural Studio Artists work on several clie...
Description
ArtWorks is seeking artists (ages 18-24) to join our year-round Mural Studio team! This job is for young adults who are eager to launch their careers as creative professionals a step up from seasonal employment as an ArtWorks Apprentice. Mural Studio Artists work on several client-based projects during their 12-month employment at ArtWorks. Through on-the-job experiences Mural Studio Artists deepen their skills in mural design client management and production.
Additionally Mural Studio Artists engage in a series of career development sessions to advance their resume cover letter writing portfolio development budgeting client management and networking skills. The schedule will vary throughout the year but Mural Studio Artists will be required to work an average of 15-18 hours a week on various project assignments typically Monday-Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours. Mural Studio Artists will be required to attend weekly meetings with the full team and monthly career development and enrichment sessions.
Key Job Responsibilities:
General
- Attend weekly meetings for the Mural Studio.
- Work with the Mural Studio Managers to determine the work schedule.
- Uphold strategies and systems for studio management maintenance and file/spatial organization. Ensure all aspects of an assigned project are uploaded accessible and maintained through to project closing.
- Professionally communicate through ArtWorks project management software (Basecamp) email and phone utilizing ArtWorks best practices.
Design & Production
- Learn the various aspects of mural design and production for interior and exterior mural projects.
- Lead self-direct or take accountability for delegated responsibilities on project sites for timely project progression.
- Create design concepts and final designs as assigned.
- Respond to critiques and feedback on artwork and adjust to client needs and ArtWorks art production standards.
- Develop a personal portfolio of design work related to mural projects.
Career Readiness
- Attend monthly career development workshops and trainings.
- Complete career development program milestones including portfolio reviews cover letter and resume writing workshops networking opportunities and artist talks.
- Participate in completing reviews program evaluations and surveys.
Client Management
- Learn the various aspects of client relationship management including professional communication project scope definition expectations deadlines pricing and budget development.
- Establish and maintain positive client relationships.
- Support the development and pitching of project proposals/presentations and creative briefs.
- Support ongoing communication with the Mural Studio Managers clients and artists/designers (as needed).
- Act as an ArtWorks ambassador to current and potential clients and guests.
Requirements
Qualifications and experiences:
- Must be between 18 and 24 years old at the start of employment.
- 1 - 2 years of art classes at high school or college level or equivalent independent practice as evidenced by a strong visual portfolio.
- Collaborative Experience(s) with art projects and/or a willingness to work as a team.
- Basic knowledge of artistic software including Illustrator Photoshop and Procreate a plus but not required.
- Commitment to ArtWorks mission vision values culture and Equity Diversity Inclusion & Accessibility Plan.
Skills and abilities:
- Strong organizational problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Effective communication skills oral and written that include listening receiving and giving feedback.
- Ability to manage time well particularly while managing competing priorities.
- Proficiency with MS Word and PowerPoint Excel is a plus.
- Adhere to ethical behavior and business practices.
- Detail oriented.
- Curious about facts and trends; a continuous learner.
- Comfortable with public speaking.
- Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals solve problems produce art and execute projects.
- Interest in learning and developing client management skills.
- Creative flexible positive and innovative.
To Apply:
Application Deadline: November 9 2025.
Salary Description
$15.28 - $15.78 an hour
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