Ceramics Apprentice
About the Company:
At Henrii, our design ethos marries sophistication with both technical and artistic mastery. Here, we transform raw materials into exceptional objects, each piece handcrafted to order with meticulous attention to detail. We celebrate the individuality of artisanal creation, embracing the unique variations that imbue our products with character and soul.
Nestled in the heart of Los Angeles, our atelier is a place where patience meets precision. In every piece that bears the Henrii name, you'll find a standard of quality that is unmatched. Our dedication to craftsmanship ensures that each product not only pays homage to the heritage of artisanal excellence but also brings new, inspired forms into the light of the present. Through our work, you’re inheriting our story of tradition, innovation, and unparalleled quality.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a Ceramics Apprentice, a budding craftsman with a steady hand, a discerning eye, and passion for the craft.
This apprenticeship is both a place of learning and a path of mastering. You will work alongside experienced makers and designers, learning the process of transforming raw materials into handcrafted lighting objects and contributing to both production and prototyping. As you learn techniques from form assembly and finishing, you will play a vital role in shaping the foundation of our creations to help ensure each piece reflects both structural integrity and aesthetic intention.
The role is designed for those who believe that craft is a discipline and a dedication. It is for those who see value in repetition as refinement, and in the quiet dialogue between hand and material. You’ll contribute meaningfully to the studio while developing a skill set that anchors future mastery.
The Ceramics Apprenticeship is a 1-Month Intensive focused on assessing both fit and skill, with the intent to transition to a full time role in our Ceramics Department at the end of the program.
This role is hiring on a rolling basis.
Key Responsibilities:
- Shadow closely with artisans and designers to learn and support the execution of key production techniques
- Assist in hand-built ceramic pieces, ensuring quality and consistency
- Execute a range of techniques, such as slab building, coiling, and pinch pottery
- Learn to assist in glazing operations: mixing, testing, and consistent application of glaze
- Load and unload bisque and glaze kilns under supervision
- Participate in studio maintenance, tool cleaning, and material organization
- Document processes and learnings as part of apprenticeship progress
- Collaborate with the team to uphold production flow and studio quality standards
- Support packing, inventory, and order fulfillment as needed
Qualifications and Skills:
- Strong manual dexterity and refined eye-hand coordination
- Experience in ceramics with a focus on hand-building techniques
- Experience in kiln operation, including firing schedules and troubleshooting
- Ability to read and interpret templates, sketches, or technical drawings
- A quiet attentiveness to process and an openness to learning through repetition and observation
- A keen eye for detail - ability to carefully execute with a high level of precision and a commitment to maintaining consistency across pieces
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Degree in Fine Arts, Ceramics or a related field (Preferred)
- Studio technician experience (Preferred)
- Experience with glaze chemistry and formulation (Preferred)
Who Thrives in this Role:
We seek individuals who hold reverence for craft, and who wish to grow quickly within a studio that values depth over trend and quality over convenience.
This apprenticeship is designed to support and nurture a path towards the next steps to an industry of craft. One where the relationship between hand and material is honored, where technique becomes expression, and where growth is measured not just in skill, but in sensibility.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Rate: $20-24/hour
- Health, dental, vision insurance
- Paid lunch
- A collaborative, fast-paced studio environment with opportunities for growth in operations and leadership
Necessary Work Material:
- Please attach your resume, portfolio showcasing relevant work, and a brief note on why this role resonates with you in the application.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
