 JOBS IN THE ARTS
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in the arts, select from the categories listed below or visit the Arts Job Sites
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National Assembly of State Arts Agencies
Director of Administration and Finance
The Director of Administration and Finance provides the management oversight that enables the organization to most effectively and efficiently fulfill its mission. Reporting to the CEO and working with the senior management team, the position contributes to the development, improvement and implementation of organizational strategies, policies, and procedures. Primary responsibilities include oversight of the organization’s administrative functions, managing planning and budgeting timelines and procedures, supervising human resource activities and interacting with the board and membership.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Operations
- Ensure smooth day-to-day operation of physical plant and equipment
- Maintain inventory and supplies
- Ensure the ongoing maintenance and updating of network and information technology systems
- and infrastructure, including hardware, software, and database applications
- Maintain archival and administrative files
- Oversee organizational insurance policies
- Perform basic administrative troubleshooting—equipment, IT, software, etc.
Human Resources
- Manage recruitment, hiring, and compensation policies
- Oversee payroll and manage employee benefits programs
- Build and maintain systems for ongoing staff training and professional development, including new employee orientation and ongoing evaluation
- Ensure organization’s legal compliance in personnel management
Financial Management and Oversight
- Oversee financial management, systems and controls
- Manage procurement activities--cost estimates, RFPs, bids
- Contribute to strategic planning activities and manage the development of budgets to support the association’s action plan
- Contribute to cost controls, earned income generation and capacity building
- Review and analyze financial reports
- Provide relevant financial data to board and leadership team
- Support and advise the senior management team in decision making
- Manage grantor contracts and reimbursement requests
- Prepare annual audit and serve as liaison to independent auditors
- Supervise part-time or contract bookkeeping and accounting support
Other duties as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer or Chief Staff Officers
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- Reports to Chief Executive Officer.
- Works in close consultation with Chief Staff Officers and Controller
- Establishes productive contractual relationships with relevant organizations and/or individuals—service, equipment, lease, IT, insurance, freelance.
- Maintains productive working relationships with NASAA’s members, partners and staff.
- Participates in NASAA events, manages and contributes to group projects.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors or advanced degree.
- Knowledge of nonprofit finance/accounting
- Experience in managing budgets
- Experience in non-profit or association management
- Demonstrated experience in operational/administrative management
- Experience overseeing human resources
- Excellent computer skills and proficient in excel, word, outlook
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Knowledge of federal grant and contract management
- Knowledge and experience in organizational effectiveness and operations management
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style.
CLASSIFICATION
This is a full-time, salaried (exempt) position, including benefits. NASAA's offices are located in
downtown Washington, DC, 2 blocks from McPherson Square Metro station. To apply, send
email with attached cover letter and resume to nasaa@nasaa-arts.org with "Director Search" as
the subject line. Resumes without accompanying cover letters will not be accepted. Please state
in the body of the e-mail where this job posting was found (name of website, job board, etc.).
Starting salary $60-75K, depending upon qualifications and experience.
Application deadline is January 29, 2012. No faxes or phone calls, please.
The National Assembly of State Arts Agencies (NASAA) is the membership organization that
unites, represents and serves the nation's state and jurisdictional arts agencies. NASAA
represents their individual and collective interests, empowers their work through knowledge, and
advances the arts as an essential public benefit. NASAA is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about NASAA, visit our website at www.nasaa-arts.org.
Posted January 3, 2012
Maine Arts Commission
Executive Director
The Maine Arts Commission is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Executive Director. The successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic planning, direction, management, implementation, and evaluation of all agency operations, programs and services.
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, arts administration, business administration or public administration, or a closely related field. They should also have ten years experience in a progressive senior management position managing an agency division or department, including staffing, budget development and administration. Preference will be given to candidates with a Master's degree.
The deadline for applications is January 20, 2012.
Full details of this opportunity are available through the Division of Financial and Personnel Services website.
Use this link http://www.maine.gov/fps/opportunities to access their Career Opportunities main page.
Posted December 16, 2011
Pegasus ArtWorks
Curatorial Fellowship (January 2012-December 2013):
The Curatorial Fellowship is a one year graduate level fellowship that provides talented and well organized future curators with the opportunity to gain hands on experience curating exhibitions for the youth artists of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware at our Gallery in Claymont Delaware, and through partnership with galleries, museums, community organizations and local businesses throughout the state. The Pegasus ArtWorks Curatorial Fellow will also work with Pegasus ArtWorks teaching artists and local artists to select and organize artwork for joint student/faculty/community exhibitions, as well as auctions with significant visibility (such as our annual participation in the Stanley Cup Auction).
The ideal candidate is well organized, highly motivated and currently holds a BA, BS or BFA in art, art history or a related field and is enrolled in or a recent graduate of a graduate level program in Art, Art History, Curatorial Studies, Museum Studies, Art Criticism or a related field. The candidate needs framing, hanging, and art handling experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills are mandatory. A strong desire to work to integrate art and social engagement is encouraged. Some volunteer supervision experience would be helpful.
This position will average 10 hours a week. Hours may increase during events and decrease following events. The stipend for this position is $250/month. Depending on experience, some paid teaching opportunities may also be available to the Fellow.
Reports to: Director
To Apply: Please submit the following to pnelson@bgclubs.org
- Cover letter explaining why you would be a good candidate
- CV/Resume highlighting relevant experience
- Short writing sample (The sample should be art related and can be an excerpt from an academic paper on a graduate level, an article, a review or related excerpt. Please limit your excerpt to 300-500 words)
- 2 References
Applications will be reviewed until position is filled.
Pegasus ArtWorks is the after school Art program of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware, providing services and opportunities for club youth ages 5 to 16 to work with professional teaching artists. Pegasus ArtWorks works in our clubs to inspire and enable young people to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, caring citizens and to prepare youth for successful adulthood through the arts. Pegasus provides innovative multidisciplinary art classes taught by professional artists, and art educators in short and long-term residencies.
Please do not contact the clubs directly about this position.
This program is made possible, in part, by a grant from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency dedicated to nurturing and supporting the arts in Delaware, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. More information is available at: http://bgclubs.org/whatwedo/arts-cultural-enrichment/pegasus-artworks.aspx
Posted December 12, 2011
Pegasus ArtWorks
Arts Administration Internship:
Mature, responsible and organized student is needed our Claymont, DE office for 10 hours a week of work in an administrative capacity.
Pegasus ArtWorks is the after school Art program of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware, providing services and opportunities for club youth ages 5 to 16 to work with professional teaching artists. Pegasus ArtWorks works in our clubs to inspire and enable young people to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, caring citizens and to prepare youth for successful adulthood through the arts. Pegasus provides innovative multidisciplinary art classes taught by professional artists, and art educators in short and long-term residencies.
Responsibilities include:
- Supply organization and inventory, and preparation for distribution
- Maintain professional and consistent communication with clubs and with our staff of professional artists regarding scheduling classes, and supply issues
- This position also offers the opportunity to work hands on in our curatorial Fellow and gain valuable gallery experience.
- The intern may also be asked to engage in some minor marketing responsibilities, including posting events and classes and some social networking.
This is a great opportunity for someone interested in learning more about arts administration and is interested in arts and community engagement. The ideal candidate will be currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a fine or performing arts program, art history, art education or a relevant field. The internship includes a stipend of $200 per month for one academic term and can be renewed.
Reports to: Director
Please submit cover letter and resume or CV, plus 2 references to pnelson@bgclubs.org
NOTE: Unpaid internships are available through out the state and can be shaped to fit the interests of the student and requirements of the school.
Applications will be reviewed until position is filled.
Please do not contact the clubs directly about this position.
This program is made possible, in part, by a grant from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency dedicated to nurturing and supporting the arts in Delaware, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. More information is available at: http://bgclubs.org/whatwedo/arts-cultural-enrichment/pegasus-artworks.aspx
Posted December 12, 2011
Pegasus ArtWorks
Teaching Artist-Adjunct/Visiting Artist - Part time/Contract:
Our teaching artists will work one or two hours a day at $30-40/per hour averaging between 1-3 days a week. Please note we have positions open in Dover, Sussex and Western Sussex County. We are NOT currently hiring or accepting applications for Wilmington/Newark areas.
Job Description and Application Information:
Pegasus ArtWorks is the after school Art program of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware, providing services and opportunities for club youth ages 5 to 16 to work with professional teaching artists. Pegasus ArtWorks works in our clubs to inspire and enable young people to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, caring citizens and to prepare youth for successful adulthood through the arts. Pegasus provides innovative multidisciplinary art classes taught by professional artists, and art educators in short and long-term residencies.
We are looking for dynamic, experienced teaching artists. We have competitive pay and a great community where our artists share information, techniques and support each other. Elements of collaboration between students and opportunities for self directed learning are critical to the experience of our students. Teaching Artists who are committed to these principals are strongly encouraged to participate in our program. Teaching Artists who possess an adventurous spirit and flexible attitude ensure that our children thrive. Experience with reaching underserved youth is preferred, a passion for our mission mandatory.
Responsibilities:
Include but are not limited to; curriculum development and implementation, maintaining supply inventory and requests, overseeing volunteers, counselors and assistant teachers, set-up and clean up, and maintaining a safe and creative environment for the child-artists. Participate and involve students in the Pegasus and Boys and Girls Club child-artist opportunities and exhibitions. Responsibilities also include building and maintaining a positive relationship with site staff and communicating clearly and effectively between site and Pegasus Artworks Program.
Note: Elements of collaboration between students and opportunities for self directed learning are critical to the learning experience of our students.
Teaching Artists who are committed to these principals are strongly encouraged to participate in our program.
Reports to: Director
Minimum Requirements:
Education: BFA in Art, Art Education, Performing Arts, or related field (MA/MFA in Studio Art, performing arts, Art Education or equivalent experience preferred) .
Preferred Work Experience:
- Demonstrated experience working with K-12 children- experience with under-served children is preferred
- Children's art curriculum development
- Experience working with diverse audiences
- An adventurous and flexible attitude
Skills & Abilities:
- Comfortable teaching a variety of art mediums
- Ability to work with students of varying skill levels and ages
- Creatively engage students with exhibition opportunities
- Have creative programming ideas to motivate and excite children and site staff
- Have strong organizational, communication skills and a flexible attitude
Application Requirements: submit to pnelson@bgclubs.org
- Name and Contact info
- Cover Letter (including why you want to become a teaching artist with Pegasus Artworks and highlights relevant experience)
- Short Bio
- Short Artist Statement
- Resume/ Artist CV
- 10 Images of your work or video work (under 3 mins/ 3 works)/ for performing arts at least 5 stills or video(preferred) (under 3 mins) or 5 stills / for poetry and writing submit two samples
- 10 Images of your student work (if available) or video (under 3 mins)
- Link to a website if available
- Your teaching statement/philosophy
- Your general availability (most of our classes take place between 4-7pm M-F)
This position is through the statewide arts organization Pegasus ArtWorks; Boys & Girls Clubs or Delaware.
Please do not contact the clubs directly about this position.
This program is made possible, in part, by a grant from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency dedicated to nurturing and supporting the arts in Delaware, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. More information is available at: http://bgclubs.org/whatwedo/arts-cultural-enrichment/pegasus-artworks.aspx
Posted December 12, 2011
Delaware Symphony Orchestra
Position: Director of Development
The Director of Development is responsible for conceiving and overseeing the execution of successful development plans consistent with the organization’s needs, goals, community profile and reputation for excellence.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and oversee the execution of the development plan
- Develop a growing base of donors, sponsors and volunteers
- Cultivate relationships with existing donors, sponsors and volunteers
- Participate in Product development and programming
- Develop and manage the development staff and budget
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Previous fundraising experience
- Knowledge of orchestral music a plus
- Experience with Raiser’s Edge and Tessitura software a plus
Salary: Commensurate with experience
To apply send cover letter and resume to:
Ann Hamilton, Development Board Chairperson
Delaware SymphonyOrchestra
P.O. Box 1870
Wilmington, DE 19899
Fax: 302.656.7754
Email: annh@delawaresymphony.org
No telephone inquiries, please.
Posted: November 10, 2011
Tennessee Arts Commission
Executive Director
Mission: The Tennessee Arts Commission is a state agency that funds and supports quality arts experiences that add value to the lives of every Tennessee citizen and enhances the quality of life in the state’s communities.
Governance: The Tennessee Arts Commission is governed by a 15-member body appointed by the Governor for five-year terms. Appointments to the TAC are by Congressional district and the chair and officers are elected annually. The executive director is accountable to the Commission for the organizational operation of the agency, its achievements and conduct.
TAC History: The Tennessee Arts Commission was established in 1967 by the Tennessee General Assembly and provides funding support to nonprofit organizations, schools and individuals through a variety of programs and grant categories as described in its published Guidelines. In general, funds are awarded through a competitive review process which is open to the public. The agency has a sound history of innovative programming in arts integration, recognition and support of individual artists, community development, advocacy, and promotion and preservation of the state’s cultural heritage. The work of the agency is guided by the TAC’s current strategic plan comprised of the following goals:
- Invest in Cultural Assets That Enrich The Lives of Tennessee Citizens
- Communicate the Value of the Arts to Every Community in Tennessee
- Preserve and Promote the Folk Arts and Cultural Heritage of Tennessee
- Invest in Arts Education for All Tennesseans
- Empower Tennessee Artists and Arts Organizations with Resources to Be Major Contributors to Their Community
- Sustain and Forge New Partnerships to Broaden Support for the Arts in Tennessee
Staff: 19
FY2011-2012 Budget: $ 8,300,100 (State Appropriations); $1,078,800 (NEA-Federal)
Position Responsibilities/Duties:
- Develops and maintains an effective relationship with the Commission board that encourages the open exchange of ideas, policies and procedures and other operational issues to accomplish the agency’s mission.
- Provides thoughtful and supportive leadership for staff in an environment that encourages teamwork and shared goals.
- Acts as principle spokesperson and advocate for the arts to the Governor, state legislature, state departments and agencies, media, program partners, educators, artists, arts organizations and the general public.
- Leads agency strategic planning process that addresses public value of the arts and promotes arts participation on state and local levels.
- Develops and implements Commission approved budget to best utilize the agency’s financial and human resources.
- Provides creative leadership in the development of Commission initiatives and partnerships that extend the work of the agency and seeks additional funding to support those initiatives and partnerships.
- Ensures TAC’s compliance with all state and federal legal policies and regulatory requirements.
Essential Qualifications: The Tennessee Arts Commission is seeking a qualified, innovative and motivated individual with:
- Innovative organizational leadership who sees infinite possibilities through the arts and a mindset to produce results.
- Documented passion for the arts and ability to persuade, inspire and produce personal tangible benefits as to how the arts change lives.
- Commitment to public service and the desire to encourage diversity and administer with a concern for fairness and equity in distribution of resources.
- Acceptance of ultimate responsibility and the capacity to prioritize tasks in a timely manner.
- Effective communicator with excellent speaking, writing, media presentation and interpersonal skills.
- Understanding of the power of advocacy and ability to develop and maintain formal and informal relationships between the TAC and its constituencies.
- Pertinent education and experience; a respected leader with a commitment to public service and the vision and energy to lead the agency into the future.
- A degree in the liberal or fine arts is required; additional consideration will be given to candidates who have proven experience or degree in public policy or a specific arts discipline; leadership and human resource management are desired.
Knowledge: Qualified candidates will have (but are not limited to) knowledge in the following areas:
- Broad and specific knowledge and understanding of arts management and public policy in the arts.
- Budget development including knowledge of fiscal controls and management; funding sources; funding trends and application processes.
- Human resources administration knowledge of state government structure and regulations, supervisory techniques and appreciation of diversity at all levels.
- Innovative leadership and knowledge of board role and responsibilities, staff role and responsibilities, and public relations.
- Agency government relations including knowledge of state and federal government, structure, process, regulations, and advocacy techniques.
Skills: Qualified candidates will have (but are not limited to) skills in the following areas:
Team building; motivation; management; human resource supervision and evaluation; delegation of responsibilities; meeting facilitation; proposal development; research; grant development; report preparation; diversity promoter; networking; and consensus producer.
Challenges/Gratification includes:
- Continue TAC’s enviable record of support for the arts.
- Lead the development of a new five-year agency strategic plan.
- Work with a talented and committed staff of professionals.
- Continue TAC’s public awareness work on the value of the arts.
- Expand the TAC’s work in arts integration.
- Development of new community design program.
- Continue planning for creative influences initiative.
Application Procedure
Complete application must include: 1) a signed letter of intent to apply; 2) detailed vita; 3) salary history; and 4) five letters of recommendation sent directly from their source. Only complete applications will be considered.
The search committee will screen all applicants and select semi-finalists to participate in a phone interview; finalists will be invited to Nashville, TN for personal interviews with the full search committee.
Salary and Benefits: Commensurate with experience.
Deadline: November 30, 2011
Send application materials to:
Search Committee
Tennessee Arts Commission
401 Charlotte Avenue
Nashville, TN 37243-0730
The executive director position announcement, along with specific information about the employment process, can be found on the Tennessee Arts Commission website at:
www.tn.gov/arts
Posted: November 7, 2011
The Freeman Stage
Operations Manager
In this dedicated leadership role, you will direct all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the organization, including managing contract details with artists at the performance venue, volunteer coordination and management, vendor relationships and facility management. We will rely on you to manage the off-stage performances and be responsible for the overall experience of the patrons by recruiting, training, hiring and managing all employees and volunteers who can execute the various tasks and responsibilities of a performing arts venue and deliver exceptional customer service. This position also requires rolling up your sleeve and working hands-on with the rest of the team to accomplish the tasks at hand.
For a complete description of the position, and to apply, please visit the follow link: Operations Manager position
Development Director
As our Director of Development, you will be responsible for all aspects of fundraising, including annual fund support from individuals, corporations, foundations and government agencies, as well as grants, sponsorships, special events, planned giving, and endowment funding. Community relations and volunteer services activities are also important tasks for the Director of Development.
Working closely with the Executive Director and the Board, you will sustain current fundraising initiatives and develop strategies to broaden fundraising potential to support the Joshua M. Freeman Foundation and its vision. We will rely on you to guide the Board and our staff in building strong relationships within the regional fundraising community, throughout Delaware, Maryland and the nation. As the Director of Development, you will work closely with the Joshua M. Freeman Foundation Board of Directors to coordinate fundraising activities and further expand the scope of the Development Committee. Additionally, you will also be responsible for grant writing as well as working with the Foundation team to create development systems, membership processing, and prospect research.
For a complete description of the position, and to apply, please visit the follow link: Development Director position
Posted: October 18, 2011
Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
Program Associate, International
Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation seeks a Program Associate who will assist in the facilitation and management of the Foundation's work in fostering international cultural exchange in the arts. The Program Associate reports to the Deputy Director, Programs.
Responsiblities
The Program Associate, International’s primary responsibility is management of the USArtists International and Southern Exposure: Performing Arts of Latin America programs, including administration of four competitive grant rounds annually. Tasks include, but are not limited to, the following:
- review and refine program guidelines
- work with Foundation marketing and program staff to promote program
- provide technical assistance to potential applicants
- identify and solicit artists, arts professionals and laypersons to serve as review panelists
- facilitate application review panel meetings
- create grant recommendation documents for Board review
- work with Foundation grant management staff for processing of awards
- provide applicant feedback
- manage program budget
- review grantee final reports
- work with Foundation development staff to create reports for program funders
Minimum Qualifications
- A degree in arts administration or arts-related field.
- Two years of experience in an arts and culture or funding agency with management, program development, and program evaluation responsibility.
- Knowledge of and familiarity with the range of public and private arts organizations, funding agencies, and programs active in international cultural exchange in the United States and abroad.
- Knowledge of and familiarity with nonprofit presenting organizations within the United States.
- The ability to develop, manage, and evaluate arts programs.
- Persuasive written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong research, planning, writing, grantwriting and budgeting skills.
- Proficiency in computer technology including the ability to use various software applications for project and data management.
- Demonstrated maturity and seasoned judgment.
- Conversational proficiency in a foreign language, particularly French or Spanish, is preferred.
Compensation
Salary commensurate with experience. A full benefits package accompanies the position.
Deadline
The position will remain open until filled.
Application
Please email letter of application, resume, and names and contact information for three references to hr@midatlanticarts.org (please send file attachments as Word or PDF documents only) or mail documents to:
Executive Assistant
Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
201 N. Charles St., Suite 401
Baltimore, MD 21201
The Foundation will not respond to telephone inquiries concerning this position.
Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Posted: November 1, 2011
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