Field Expert for Artisan Research & Documentation
Budget: ₹1,500 – ₹12,500 INR
Job Title
Field Expert – Artisan Research & Documentation
(Local Field Associate / Craft Field Expert)
Location
Chhattisgarh (Bastar, Champa, Bilaspur, Raigarh, Ratanpur & nearby craft clusters)
Travel to villages and artisan homes is essential.
About Shilpparichay
Shilpparichay is a craft-documentation and artisan-led platform dedicated to discovering, preserving and presenting the soul of Chhattisgarh’s crafts. We work directly with artisans to document their stories, processes and products with honesty, respect and transparency.
Role Overview
The Field Expert will act as Shilpparichay’s on-ground representative, responsible for identifying artisans, documenting their craft, collecting authentic information, and building long-term trust between artisans and the brand.
This role is field-intensive and ideal for someone who understands local culture, speaks the local language, and enjoys interacting with artisans.
Key Responsibilities
1. Artisan Identification & Verification
Identify genuine artisans and craft clusters (bamboo, terracotta, kosa silk, metal, wood, tribal art, etc.)
Verify authenticity of craft, handmade process and artisan background
Maintain a basic artisan database (name, village, craft type, experience)
2. Craft & Process Documentation
Document step-by-step craft processes (raw material to finished product)
Capture photos and short videos using a mobile phone
Record artisan interviews (story, family history, challenges, pricing logic)
3. Product Information Collection
List products made by the artisan with size, usage and price range
Note production capacity, time required and customization possibilities
Collect details of raw material sourcing and seasonality
4. Content Support for Shilpparichay
Provide raw content for blogs, reels and YouTube videos
Share local insights, cultural stories and craft significance
Ensure information is truthful and not exaggerated
5. Relationship & Trust Building
Explain Shilpparichay’s purpose clearly to artisans
Ensure artisans feel respected, not exploited
Act as a long-term local point of contact
6. Reporting & Coordination
Submit visit reports after each field visit
Share photos, videos and notes digitally (WhatsApp/Google Drive)
Coordinate with Shilpparichay’s central team for next steps
Required Skills & Qualities
Mandatory
Resident of Chhattisgarh or strong familiarity with local regions
Comfortable speaking Hindi (local dialect knowledge preferred)
Willingness to travel to remote villages
Smartphone with good camera & internet access
Basic ability to write or record information clearly
Preferred
Background in handicrafts, NGOs, rural development or tourism
Experience working with artisans or self-help groups
Understanding of bamboo, terracotta, handloom or tribal arts
Honest, patient and culturally sensitive approach
Personality Traits We Value
Respect for artisans and their traditions
Curiosity and attention to detail
Strong listening skills
Integrity and transparency
Long-term thinking (not just transactional)
Compensation Structure (Indicative)
(Can be customised)
Per village visit: ₹500 – ₹800
Performance-based incentives for quality documentation
Travel expenses reimbursed (as per policy)
Field Expert – Artisan Research & Documentation
(Local Field Associate / Craft Field Expert)
Location
Chhattisgarh (Bastar, Champa, Bilaspur, Raigarh, Ratanpur & nearby craft clusters)
Travel to villages and artisan homes is essential.
About Shilpparichay
Shilpparichay is a craft-documentation and artisan-led platform dedicated to discovering, preserving and presenting the soul of Chhattisgarh’s crafts. We work directly with artisans to document their stories, processes and products with honesty, respect and transparency.
Role Overview
The Field Expert will act as Shilpparichay’s on-ground representative, responsible for identifying artisans, documenting their craft, collecting authentic information, and building long-term trust between artisans and the brand.
This role is field-intensive and ideal for someone who understands local culture, speaks the local language, and enjoys interacting with artisans.
Key Responsibilities
1. Artisan Identification & Verification
Identify genuine artisans and craft clusters (bamboo, terracotta, kosa silk, metal, wood, tribal art, etc.)
Verify authenticity of craft, handmade process and artisan background
Maintain a basic artisan database (name, village, craft type, experience)
2. Craft & Process Documentation
Document step-by-step craft processes (raw material to finished product)
Capture photos and short videos using a mobile phone
Record artisan interviews (story, family history, challenges, pricing logic)
3. Product Information Collection
List products made by the artisan with size, usage and price range
Note production capacity, time required and customization possibilities
Collect details of raw material sourcing and seasonality
4. Content Support for Shilpparichay
Provide raw content for blogs, reels and YouTube videos
Share local insights, cultural stories and craft significance
Ensure information is truthful and not exaggerated
5. Relationship & Trust Building
Explain Shilpparichay’s purpose clearly to artisans
Ensure artisans feel respected, not exploited
Act as a long-term local point of contact
6. Reporting & Coordination
Submit visit reports after each field visit
Share photos, videos and notes digitally (WhatsApp/Google Drive)
Coordinate with Shilpparichay’s central team for next steps
Required Skills & Qualities
Mandatory
Resident of Chhattisgarh or strong familiarity with local regions
Comfortable speaking Hindi (local dialect knowledge preferred)
Willingness to travel to remote villages
Smartphone with good camera & internet access
Basic ability to write or record information clearly
Preferred
Background in handicrafts, NGOs, rural development or tourism
Experience working with artisans or self-help groups
Understanding of bamboo, terracotta, handloom or tribal arts
Honest, patient and culturally sensitive approach
Personality Traits We Value
Respect for artisans and their traditions
Curiosity and attention to detail
Strong listening skills
Integrity and transparency
Long-term thinking (not just transactional)
Compensation Structure (Indicative)
(Can be customised)
Per village visit: ₹500 – ₹800
Performance-based incentives for quality documentation
Travel expenses reimbursed (as per policy)