Faculty of Arts Models - Competition

Overview

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures.

As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact.

We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action.

Competition : 4538

Internal Closing Date: Open Until Filled

External Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Number of Openings: 3

Salary Information: Casual Employee - Hourly Rate

Employment Type: On-Call

Workplace Type: On-Site

Travel Frequency:

Employee Group: Casual Employee

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Hours of Work (BCGEU):

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This role reports to Department Assistant.

The Faculty of Arts models provide students with references to study and improve their abilities to observe, analyze, and represent human form. Models will appear draped and undraped in a secure environment.

• Pose nude and/or in appropriate clothing as required
• Ability to hold a single pose for a minimum of 20 minutes
• Take direction and communicate with instructors about the viability and effectiveness of each pose (long and stable or short and dynamic poses)

• Between 3 – 5 hours per session
• Sessions are held during weekdays, evenings, and/or Saturdays - times varied
• Ability to travel to one or more KPU campuses – Richmond and/or Surrey

Work experience:

One (1) year experience of live modelling is preferred, but not required

• Physical stamina to sit, stand and/or lay down in various positions
• Listening skills and ability to take directions
• Confidence to pose in front of a group

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Anticipated hourly pay rate: $35.37

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.

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Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.