WORK WITH HELIOTROPE

Job Opening: Metalsmith Studio Assistant (Seasonal) 

Heliotrope LLC. Tucson, Arizona.

Date published: 9/5/2025

Heliotrope, an established, woman-owned small business centered on jewelry fabrication and sales seeks part-time, seasonal employee interested in working in a small production studio near downtown Tucson. 

Position details:

  • 14 hrs / week: 9:00am - 4:00pm. 2 days / week: Fridays, plus choice of Mon., Weds., or Thurs.

  • Start date: As soon as possible. End date: February 2, 2026.

  • Location: Downtown Tucson

  • Hourly pay rate: $15

  • No benefits.

  • Studio Assistant’s work will include: helping with the metal casting process, using grinding and polishing machines, pricing and tag making, among other duties. 

  • Please note this is NOT an apprenticeship opportunity. The Studio Assistant will not be creating their own original artwork in this position.

  • No prior jewelry/silversmith experience required.

Candidate should:

  • Be at least 16 years old.

  • Be completely trustworthy and reliable.

  • Have reliable transportation and punctuality.

  • Be eager and attentive to learning new skills.

  • Be self-motivated, self-directed, and proactive.

  • Be willing to work with their hands on repetitive manual tasks.

  • Be willing to learn to work with manufacturing machinery and practice safety protocols.

  • Have strong attention to: detail, quality, efficiency and consistency in work produced.

Apply:

  • Email the following as attachments (PDF, RTF or Word) to Spring Winders, spring@heliotropemetal.com

    • One page resume, including applicable skills if any, and references.

    • One page cover letter explaining applicant’s interest, also qualifications and relevant experience, if any.

  • Selected candidates will be invited to interview. 

Position is open until filled. Heliotrope LLC is an equal opportunity employer.