Artist Model

Student Technical Specialist

Requisition IDreq38192 Working TitleArtist Model Pay$22.00 Hourly CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM DepartmentArt Art History Gen Admin (595B) Employment TypeStudent Employment Student TypeStudent Employment StatusNon-Exempt Background Check Required For Best Consideration Date10/22/2026 Position Summary

The UNM Art Department is looking for models to pose in live sessions for painting, drawing or other art courses. Models assume poses for specific lengths of time as directed by an instructor for art students. The human figure is a foundational form for artists. Models are tools for the study of the human form and therefor sessions are primarily nude. Sessions are 3 hours long with built in breaks.

Be advised, we are looking for diversity of form and figure. We encourage all body types and genders to apply. Variety is essential to build an artist repertoire.

PLEASE NOTE: The hours are very limited and depend on your schedule and the needs of the classes. Modeling could entail as many as twelve hours per week or a little as one hour per year; this is an extremely part-time position. The models are assigned to classes on a first come, first served basis at a sign up twice a semester. All body types and ages are encouraged to apply!

Minimum Qualifications

Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must have the ability and willingness to post nude in various positions for specific lengths of time as directed by an instructor for art students
• Must be 18 years or older
• Professional in a classroom setting
• Self Confident
• Reliable, with excellent communication and dependable transportation

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

1) Resume including 3 supervisor/professional references 2) Cover letter describing how you are a good fit for this position 3) Work Study Award Verification (if applicable)

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.