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Stumptown Art Studio is hiring for the following position:

Clay Studio Manager (part-time)

Are you looking for a rewarding job in a creative environment? 

Stumptown Art Studio is seeking a part-time Clay Studio Manager. 

Responsibilities include: 

  • Manage day-to-day operations of the Clay Studio, including firing, inventory management (clay and glaze orders), and general maintenance of equipment including kilns, clay trap, etc.
  • Provide guidance and support to Studio Co-Op Members and Open Studio participants
  • Develop and implement programming to promote the Clay Studio and engage the community
  • Onboard new Co-Op Members and Open Studio participants 
  • Frequently interact with Stumptown Art Studio personnel, such as instructors, Executive Director, and General Manager

 Qualifications: 

  • Experience working with a variety of clay bodies and loading / unloading kilns
  • Understanding low-fire and mid-fire (cone .06 and 6) pottery and glazes and firing techniques
  • Working with and creating reclaim clay 
  • Knowledge of mid-fire glazes and how to mix and prep for Studio use 
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Self-motivation
  • Collaborative and adaptable in group settings
  • Wheel throwing and hand-building experience preferred 
  • Ability to lift and carry 50lb boxes of clay on occasion
  • Ability to go up and down stairs - the Clay Studio is in the basement level of Stumptown Art Studio

This 15-20 hour work week is a part-time role that offers flexible hours in a supportive, collaborative setting for creative individuals that are passionate about art and the world of pottery.

Starting Wage: $18-$20 hr. DOE

To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to: 

Melanie Drown

Executive Director 

Stumptown Art Studio 

Email: info@stumptownartstudio.org 

Mailing Address: PO Box 4938, Whitefish, Montana 59937

(please no phone calls regarding this position)

Posted on April 4, 2026 


Thank You to the Following Organizations for Helping us Go & Grow for 30 Years!

  • Whitefish Community Foundation
  • MT Arts Council
  • MT Cultural Trust
  • Montana Non-Profit Association
  • National Endowment for the Arts
Student and instructor in the classroom

Stumptown Art Studio

145 Central Avenue in downtown Whitefish, Montana

Open Every Day! Monday-Saturday 10am-6pm & Sunday 12-5pm

(406).862.5929 / info@stumptownartstudio.org

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