Ceramic Painting Apprentice / Studio Artist Assistant GTG / SGA - Valdosta, GA Overview Join the GTG / SGA - Valdosta, GA studio as a Ceramic Painting Apprentice / Studio Artist Assistant , where creativity, craftsmanship, and hands-on training come together. We are growing and looking for 1-2 creative, dependable individuals who have natural artistic ability and would like the opportunity to develop their skills in a professional ceramic art studio. You do not need to be a professional artist, have an art degree, or have years of ceramic experience. We are willing to train the right person. However, this position does require more than simply enjoying arts and crafts. GTG / SGA has a distinctive and recognizable hand-painted ceramic style , and we are looking for someone who has the artistic foundation and ability to learn that style. You will learn how to hand-paint a variety of ceramic pieces using our established designs, colors, brushwork, glazing techniques, and painting methods. An important part of this position is being able to look at an existing piece or reference design and learn to recreate its overall look, proportions, brushwork, colors, and character consistently. Even experienced artists often develop their own personal style. For this position, we are specifically looking for someone who is comfortable learning and working within GTG / SGA established artistic style while still maintaining the handmade quality and individuality of each piece. This is a paid, hands-on apprenticeship position with the opportunity to learn, practice, improve, and become an important part of our ceramic painting team. If you have always been artistic but have never considered yourself a professional artist, we still encourage you to apply. Responsibilities Learn to hand-paint ceramic pieces using GTG / SGA 's established designs, techniques, colors, and painting style Paint a variety of ceramic forms, including plates, platters, serving pieces, decorative ceramics, jars, vessels, and other ceramic items Study sample pieces and reference artwork and learn to recreate designs consistently Develop brush control, color placement, proportion, shading, line work, detailing, and other ceramic painting techniques Apply ceramic glazes, underglazes, decorative colors, and finishes using brushes and other ceramic tools Learn how ceramic colors, glazes, and finishes change throughout the firing process Assist with preparing ceramic pieces for painting, glazing, decorating, and finishing Mix, match, prepare, and organize ceramic glazes and colors as directed Learn and use different styles and techniques of decorative ceramic painting Follow established designs while maintaining the handmade character of each individual piece Work carefully and consistently while maintaining studio quality standards Accept instruction, coaching, and constructive feedback while developing your painting skills Assist with ceramic production and studio processes as needed Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe ceramic studio environment Properly clean, care for, and store brushes, ceramic tools, glazes, colors, and studio materials Work collaboratively with GTG / SGA and other members of the studio team Requirements Natural artistic or creative ability A genuine interest in ceramic painting, drawing, hand-painted ceramics, decorative ceramic art, or pottery decoration Ability to look at a sample or reference piece and learn to recreate the design Good hand-eye coordination and a steady hand Strong attention to detail Good sense of color, shape, proportion, balance, and composition Ability or potential to develop strong brush control Patience and willingness to practice until a technique or design is learned Ability to follow artistic direction and established ceramic painting methods Willingness to learn GTG / SGA specific style rather than only working in your own personal artistic style Ability to accept constructive feedback and make adjustments Dependable, responsible, and able to work well with others Ability to remain focused while performing detailed hand-painting work Pride in producing consistent, high-quality ceramic artwork Ceramic painting experience is preferred, but not required. Previous experience or interest in any of the following may be helpful: Ceramic painting Hand-painted pottery Ceramic glazing or underglazing Decorative ceramic painting Pottery decoration Brush painting Drawing or illustration Detailed line work Floral, botanical, or decorative painting Pattern painting Freehand painting Color blending and shading Hand-painted ceramic products Other forms of ceramic art and decoration Formal art education is not required. We are more interested in your natural artistic ability, eye for detail, brush control, willingness to learn, and potential to develop within the GTG / SGA painting style than in a degree or professional title. Training & Development This is an apprentice-level position designed for someone who has artistic ability but may still be developing their professional ceramic painting skills. You will receive hands-on instruction in: GTG / SGA established painting style Ceramic painting techniques Brushwork and brush control Ceramic glazes and underglazes Color mixing and color placement Line work and fine detailing Shading and blending Floral, botanical, decorative, and illustrative ceramic painting Reproducing established designs consistently Understanding how colors and glazes respond during firing Ceramic preparation and finishing Studio production methods and quality standards We understand that learning another artist's style takes practice. We are looking for someone who is teachable, patient, observant, creative, and willing to develop their skills over time. Our goal is to find someone who can grow into a skilled ceramic painter and dependable member of the GTG / SGA studio team. Applying Please submit a brief introduction telling us about yourself, your creative interests, and why this type of work interests you. If you have examples of anything you have painted or drawn , we would love to see them. Examples can include ceramic painting, canvas painting, watercolor, acrylic painting, sketches, illustrations, decorative painting, or other artwork that demonstrates your ability to work with color, shape, line, detail, and composition. Your examples do not need to be professional artwork or ceramic pieces. We are interested in seeing your natural artistic ability, attention to detail, use of color, brush control, and overall creative potential. Selected applicants may be invited to complete a simple drawing or painting exercise based on one of our designs. This is not intended to determine whether you are already a professional artist. It helps us see how well you observe a design, follow visual direction, and adapt your abilities to the GTG / SGA painting style. Location: Valdosta, Georgia Position: Ceramic Painting Apprentice / Studio Artist Assistant Openings: 1-2 Position Type: Paid, hands-on ceramic studio position Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $10.00 - $14.00 per hour Expected hours: 20.0 - 40.0 per week Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: Artistic Painting : 1 year (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Valdosta, GA 31605 (Preferred) Work Location: In person