STUDIO APPRENTICE PROGRAM - 2024
ABOUT:
In exchange for 6-12 hours per week of immersion, select interns will have the opportunity to learn in my ceramics studio, while being part of the production process.
COMMITMENT:
One or two days per week (6-12 hours)
Weekdays 12pm-6pm.
*Plus occasional weekends and field trips to ceramic related destinations, as desired.
WHAT I AM LOOKING FOR:
You like people. You are thoughtful, positive, and have great communication skills. You are honest, you are a hard worker, you are self-motivated, you are respectful, you are able to hustle, you are detail oriented, and committed to the task.
Please bring your good organizational skills, a willingness to multi-task and work as part of a team. An interest in photo and video, as well as social media knowledge is desirable.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
Studio operations and flow, mixing clays and glazes, loading and unloading kilns, staging, merchandising, photography, web building, packing shipping and transport of works, Troubleshooting, Creative thinking, Interacting with visitors through conversation, and assistance at public events and workshops.
WHAT YOU WILL GET:
You will be part of all aspects of the making process from start to finish. You will have the opportunity to learn from many working professionals in my community of makers. You will get one-on-one studio time with me, use of recycled clay, studio equipment and materials,
ABOUT THE STUDIO:
My studio is located at the Historic Hildebrandt Building in the Clark-Fulton neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio.
Learn more about the studio on Instagram @billyritter77
TO APPLY:
1. Contact information (Name, Birthday, Phone, E-Mail, Website)
2. Letter of Intent (Goals and dreams of this experience)
3. Resume or CV (Curriculum Vitae)
4. Three (3) professional references and their contact information
All applications must be submitted by e-mail to billy@billyritter77.com
Photo by Billy Delfs https://www.billydelfs.com/