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Studio Assistant ABOUT dumae (The Style Union LLC) dumae is a Los Angeles-based luxury home goods brand for modern living. We're on a mission to elevate traditional craftsmanship and bring beauty to the spaces we share. Our one-of-a-kind, versatile pieces are designed and made in LA by skilled ceramic artists. We pride ourselves in creating jobs and keeping the tradition of ceramic art in America alive. We strive to have a culture where everyone appreciates and respects one another. The work we do is all a collaborative effort, and our goal is to make beautiful ceramic pieces. We welcome you to apply to join our growing team of creatives, makers, and lovers of the handmade. POSITION OVERVIEW We are looking for either a part-time or full-time Studio Assistant to play a vital role with our production team. In this role, you'll assist with day-to-day production and operations. To be successful in this role, this individual must demonstrate a high level of organizational skills, willingness to learn, a general understanding of ceramic materials and processes, and be a strong team player. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDES BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Loading and unloading kilns
• Prepping/wedging/slab rolling clay for production projects
• General studio cleaning and upkeep
• Manage studio storage organization, safely storing glazes and inventory
• Glazing products
• Assist on projects
• Preparing glazes
• Other job-related duties and ad hoc projects as necessary

Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience with glazing, loading, and unloading kilns; previous studio experience
• Independent, disciplined, and efficient with time management.
• Flexible, easy-going, and positive demeanor
• Strong organizational skills
• Self-motivated
• Minor background in ceramics
• Strong work ethic and comfortable with the repetition of production work
• Ability to use independent judgment when making necessary recommendations or adjustments to complete a project or task at hand
• Self-directed, dependable, energetic, highly motivated, and outcome-oriented
• Time management and the ability to work to deadlines
• Ability to pivot quickly, and jump from project to project based on studio needs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to interact with all personality types and behaviors, flexibility
• Be a team player, and self-starter, willing to take initiative and provide ideas for solutions or improvements.
• Exhibits a willingness to learn and adapt, is flexible to change, and open to trying new approaches or processes
• Strong work ethic, excellent attention to detail, and a passion for home goods
• Ability to work flexible hours or days to meet the needs of the business as necessary

The Style Union LLC (dumae) is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The Style Union LLC takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions, including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, certifications, qualifications, and education.

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour, depending on experience