Studio Assistant

Part-time, project-based position supporting a working artist’s studio practice in the Hudson, NY / Great Barrington, MA area. Start immediately; ends late October/November with potential to transition to remote or NYC studio work through the winter season.

About the role

We are seeking a reliable and skilled Studio Assistant to join a working artist’s studio and support a range of ongoing projects. This hands-on role involves artwork production and preparation, studio and archival organization, and installation support. The assistant will work closely alongside the artist and another assistant on a variety of projects at the artist’s Mt. Washington Studio.

The ideal candidate has a strong studio-art background, is detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the handling, preparation, and organization of delicate and finished artworks, particularly paper-based works.
• Support the fabrication and construction of sculptural works and mixed-media projects.
• Assist with art installations, exhibition preparation, packing, and artwork transportation.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and overall functionality of the studio environment.
• Document artwork through photography and assist with basic photo editing and file organization.
• Assist with archival handling, storage systems, and artwork preservation (archival experience is a bonus).
• Provide general project support across multiple ongoing studio projects.

Requirements

• Experience working in a professional studio environment or strong background in fine arts, sculpture, printmaking, installation, or related disciplines.
• Experience handling delicate artwork and understanding proper care for finished works.
• Familiarity with paper-based artwork handling and archival practices strongly preferred.
• Ability to assist with physical fabrication and construction of sculptural or installation-based work.
• Comfortable lifting and moving heavy materials, artwork, and equipment.
• Photography skills and experience with basic photo editing software are a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical or process-based instructions carefully.
• Ability to work both collaboratively with a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills and willingness to assist with a wide range of studio needs.
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle and ability to travel to Mt. Washington, MA.

About Us

Sandy Winters is an artist based in New York City and Mt. Washington, Massachusetts. She earned an M.F.A. from Cornell University and a B.S. from the University of New Hampshire. Over the course of her career, she has exhibited widely throughout the United States and Europe, with work featured in numerous museum exhibitions, galleries, publications, and reviews. In addition to painting and drawing, Winters creates collaborative installations that invite audience participation in the creative process. She has also taught painting and drawing at the university level for more than three decades.