Artist's Assistant

I am looking for a reliable assistant to help me with live speed painting events. When hired to work an event we will arrive early before guests and begin setting up an area to paint at. During the course of the night I will paint an image of the room adding party guests into the painting as they arrive and mingle. This is generally a 6 or 8-hour work day.

Most of these events are expected to take place on Saturday afternoon through the evening, though there may be exceptions. You will be notified of the event no less than a week in advance and must be able to work when called up, absences will not be tolerated.  This job is ideal for someone who does not have commitments on Saturdays and is looking for a side job approximately once a month.

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Skills & Qualifications: 

Assistant must have a vehicle to transport myself and all painting equipment from my studio to the event. Events are usually in the City of Chicago and surrounding suburbs. This vehicle must be reliable and insured and large enough to fit a large canvas (3’x4’), 6 foot tall easel and various other pieces of equipment (lamps, palette etc.).
At the event you will assist in unloading the vehicle and setting up the painting area. During the event you will assist in various aspects of the process (mixing paint, changing rinse water, handling brushes). It will also be your responsibility to intercept any party guests that may be eager to speak with me and answer any questions they may have. After the event you will assist in all aspects of clean-up.
Assistant should be highly organized, attentive and able to anticipate my needs, such as adding more paint on the palette, cleaning brushes and changing water. Ideal candidate will have some experience in fine art though it is not required.
You will be given a meal midway through the event.

To Apply: 

Please e-mail hannahelainehummel@gmail.com with cover letter, PDF of resume and portfolio/website if you have one. Please include 2 references with their phone and e-mail.

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Contact Name: 

Hannah Hummel

Contact Email: 

hannahelainehummel@gmail.com