Mar 29, 2010

2010 Summer Internship Program application now available. Deadline April 7, 2010

The Los Angeles County Arts Commission is pleased to announce the launch of the 2010 Summer Internship Program application.



LOS ANGELES COUNTY ARTS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

The purpose of the County’s program is to provide undergraduate students with meaningful on-the-job training and experience in working in nonprofit arts organizations, while assisting arts organizations to develop future arts leaders and advocates. Through this program, students develop a deeper understanding of the work involved in nonprofit arts administration, better understand the role of the arts in a community and develop “real life” business skills that can be put to use in their future careers.



KEY CHANGES IN 2010

Please refer to the 2010 Los Angeles County Arts Internship Program Application Guidelines at http://lacountyarts.org/internship.html for detailed information regarding changes in organizational eligibility requirements, allowable number of interns, grant amounts, cash match requirements and associated administrative costs.



ELIGIBLE ORGANIZATIONS

To be eligible for the program, all organizations must possess 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status as defined by the IRS. Municipal arts agencies and municipal performing arts organizations that do not possess 501(c)(3) status are not eligible for the program.



ALLOWABLE NUMBER OF INTERNS

Eligible organizations may request support for only one intern


TIMELINE

• Applications will be accepted from March 24, 2010 - April 7, 2010.

• The DEADLINE to apply is April 7, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time.

• Late submissions will not be accepted.



HOW TO APPLY

Download the Arts Internship Program Application (Word file), Application Instructions (PDF) and Guidelines (PDF) from the Los Angeles County Arts Commission Web site: http://lacountyarts.org/internship.html. The application and any required supplemental materials must be submitted via e-mail to internship@arts.lacounty.gov.





QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions about the Arts Internship Program, please email: internship@arts.lacounty.gov or contact Anji Gaspar-Milanovic, Technical Assistance Programs Manager at 213-202-3981.

Lead Instructor/Manager for Summer Art Camp

Manager/Lead Instructor
Summer Art Camp

The Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) seeks a contract Manager/Lead Instructor to execute MOLAA's annual Summer Art Camp. Summer Art Camp runs Monday-Friday from July 12-August 20, 2010 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. with additional childcare hours from 8 a.m.-9 a.m. and 5 p.m.-6 p.m. MOLAA's Summer Art Camp provides participants with a safe, creative, bilingual learning environment in which to learn about Latin American Art and Culture. The Lead Instructor will supervise all Summer Art Camp activities, including weekly field trips and organize the weekly "Open Gallery". The Lead Instructor will report to the Education Coordinator.

Essential Duties:
• Will facilitate, art and culinary workshops, journaling activities, storytelling, poetry readings, weekly "Open Gallery" activities and field trips for children ages 6 to 12 years old
• Maintains control of the classroom environment
• Provides direction and supervision to Summer Art Camp counselors and interns; oversee work schedules, and on-site management
• Monitors the safety of participant activities and program facilities; takes proper safety precautions, anticipates unsafe circumstances, and acts accordingly to prevent accidents
• Supervises the preparation of equipment necessary for the daily program; inspects the equipment to insure safety and cleanliness
• Maintains a variety of records including: reservations, permission slips, accident reports, medical records, and evaluations.
• Maintains supplies inventory
• Other duties as assigned

Abilities: Communicate effectively and diplomatically with participants, parents, and staff. React quickly and correctly in emergency situations, make sound judgments, exercise conflict resolution and exhibit patience when dealing with stressful disciplinary situations. Express ideas clearly. Maintain confidentiality, work from broad direction with limited supervision. Work in a culturally diverse environment. Have the ability to organize activities and tasks and the working environment to maximize efficiency, understand and follow instructions and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications
• BFA in Fine Art or BA in Art Education, Liberal Studies, Art or related field
• Broad range of experience in multiple traditional as well as contemporary art disciplines.
• Managerial experience
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required
• Day camp or teaching experience
In addition, the candidate must demonstrate:
• Demonstrate leadership abilities and strong communication skills
• Flexibility and positive attitude
• Must have a team-player attitude
The candidate must be able to complete a background check and possess a class C California driver's license.

Application Procedure
To be considered for this position you must meet the qualifications and must submit a letter of interest and resume to jobs@molaa.org

Free TEACHING ARTIST SEMINAR at the Music Center

Free TEACHING ARTIST SEMINAR at the Music Center


“Teaching Artistry 101: Discovering Unique and Creative Ways to Find Meaningful Connections from your Art Form to the Curriculum”
Learn hands on strategies and techniques for designing lessons that integrate areas of the curriculum, without losing creativity and artistic meaning.

Presented by Susan Cambigue-Tracey, Music Center, Director of Curriculum and Teaching Artist Development and Madeleine Dahm, Music Center, Master Teaching Artist

Please join Music Center roster teaching artists as well as teaching artists, classroom teachers and administrators from the arts education community for an evening of stimulating discussion and a sharing of meaningful and creative strategies!

WHEN: Tuesday, April 6, 2010
TIME: 4:45-7:45pm
WHERE: Music Center Offices, 515 S Flower, Los Angeles, CA 90071 (Directions below)

For More info on the Seminar and to RSVP contact Sandy Seufert at: SSeufert@MusicCenter.org or by phone at (213) 972-3376.
An RSVP is necessary to get your name on the list for building security. Space is limited and is on a first come, first served basis. Light refreshments will be served.





Sandy Seufert

Manager of Curriculm and Teaching Artist Development

The Music Center

135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012

(213) 972-3376; FAX (213) 972-4308

sseufert@musiccenter.org

Vocal Music Teaching Artist Position Available

Vocal Music Teaching Artist Position Available for WILL PLAY Summer Theatre Conservatory

WILL PLAY, sponsored by The Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles (formerly Shakespeare Festival/LA) in partnership with TheatreWorkers Project is a summer theatre conservatory program serving children and youth ages 7-17 years old. Located in the South Pasadena area, Will Play runs from July 5 – July 31, 2010 from 9 AM -3 PM. Students will take classes in acting (with an emphasis on Shakespeare), movement & dance, stage combat, voice & speech, singing and design and rehearse and perform a commedia-style version of Shakespeare’s A Comedy of Errors.

We are seeking an experienced vocal music teaching artist to work on a hourly basis (2-3 hours a day), Monday through Friday. The pay is competitive and based upon skills and experience.

The ideal candidate will:

· Have a background in teaching vocal music to students ages 7-17, with a knowledge of Renaissance tunes, rhythms and style.

· Be punctual, organized, efficient, enthusiastic and friendly!

To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to Will Play Director Susie Tanner at susietanner@shakespearefestivalla.org. Please also give us an idea of what hours and days you are available to work.

For more information please contact Susie, via email susietanner@shakespearefestivalla.org or phone 323.257.0121

Job Opportunity at Pasadena Conservatory of Music

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

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*Qualifications*

Candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and
the ability to interact positively with a wide variety of people on a daily
basis. The candidate is organized, detail-oriented, reliable, capable of
multi-tasking and supporting multiple positions. Familiarity with Quark,
Microsoft Office Suite and Filemaker Pro required. Familiarity with Facebook
and other common social networking programs desirable. Prior experience in
the non-profit arts and/or education sectors preferred.

*Job Description*

This is essentially a front office position involving frequent daily
interactions with students, parents, faculty members, staff members, and the
general public. It is also a support position for the Conservatory's
marketing department. The administrative assistant reports to the Operations
Manager and the Marketing Director.

General office duties include, but are not limited to, answering the
telephone, data entry, purchasing and replenishing office supplies, document
production, assistance with student registration, general program support,
management of daily mail and assistance with Conservatory mailings. The
administrative assistant is also called upon as a member of the PCM staff to
provide support and assistance at events on evenings and weekends.

Marketing duties include, but are not limited to, general support of
marketing activities, coordination of marketing mailings, production of
posters and displays, updating marketing databases and mailing lists,
submitting PCM events to online calendars, updating the Conservatory's
website and social networking sites.

This is a 40-hour per week position with the following hours: Monday-Friday
9 am to 6 pm. The starting salary is from $24,000 to $27,000, commensurate
with experience. Among the included benefits are health insurance coverage
and a generous holiday and vacation schedule. The posting will remain open
until the position is filled.

Cover letters and resumes may be emailed to music@pasadenaconservatory.org,
faxed to 626-683-3303 or mailed to Job Posting, Pasadena Conservatory of
Music, 100 North Hill Avenue, Pasadena, California 91106. No telephone
inquiries please.

--
Beverly Lafontaine
Marketing Director
Pasadena Conservatory of Music
Promoting the Power of Music

Mar 24, 2010

APCH is seeking a Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) Membership &Parent Services Coord

APCH is seeking a Bi-lingual (Spanish/English)
Membership and Parent Services Coordinator
Reports to: Director of Counseling Services FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Hours: Full-time (schedule may vary – average of 40hrs per week)
Salary Range: $14.25 - $16.50/ hour
Benefits: Competitive health insurance package, paid sick and vacation time, Flexible Spending Account for medical and daycare expenses, and 401K matching plan

A Place Called Home is a dynamic, non-profit youth center in South Central Los Angeles. APCH provides educational programs, counseling, mentoring, music, dance and art classes, and fitness opportunities. As youth participate in our programs, they discover interests and talents and develop a better sense of themselves and their place in the world around them. Our goal is to increase the likelihood that youth will stay in school, pursue higher education, attain viable jobs, and become active citizens capable of making positive change in the world in which they live. (www.apch.org)

SUMMARY
Coordinates and administers membership acquisition and renewal, updates and maintains membership database and individual program plans for members in counseling, coordinates parent partnerships and parent volunteer hours, organizes and schedules personal advancement seminars, coordinates special community events, provides referrals to external resources, provides clerical support to counseling/membership services and acts as a liaison for parent advocate committee.

Required Technical and Performance Skills
Oral and Written Communication Skills Self-starter and Team-player
Professionalism Networking
Customer Service Organizational Skills
Mission-Driven Dedicated to excellence
Time Management Detailed
Collaborative Skills (ability to work with and positively effect actions and opinions of others)
Computer Skills (Intermediate level of Microsoft Office – Publisher, Excel, Word)
Database management
Ability to speak, write and understand Spanish

Education/Training
Degree: B.A. degree or higher in Human Services or related field
Knowledge of database management

Experience
Minimum of 2-4 years' experience in human services position
EEO
Background screening required

To apply, please send your cover letter, resume, and references to Angela Maldonado; HR Director at angela@apch.org (E-mail submission onl

Don't Run Out of Time! Register now for CCI Time Management Workshop - This Wednesday

To register: www.cciarts.org/losangeles.htm or call (213) 687-8577.

WHERE DID THE TIME GO? TIME MANAGEMENT FOR ARTISTS
They say that time changes things, but you actually have to change them
yourself. (Andy Warhol)

Time Management for Artists is designed to help you recognize and perhaps
reconsider your personal concept of time. During this workshop you will gain
a clear understanding of how you currently use your time in order to best
determine how you really want to spend those hours available within any
given day. You will receive practical management methods, skills and
techniques for identifying key time wasters, setting boundaries, managing
frequent distractions and interruptions, and prioritizing yourself and your
artwork. Goal setting and action planning are key to time management
success. In-class activities will highlight how to budget your time wisely
and most effectively for you. More effective planning will enable you to
spend more time doing what will ultimately lead you towards achieving your
personal and professional goals and objectives.

Judith Teitelman brings 25 years of experience in helping grassroots and
mid-sized organizations and large institutions strengthen their management
and fundraising capacities and plan for a sustainable future. She is a
strong proponent of management initiatives designed to examine and challenge
long-standing assumptions about arts administration, and is committed to
helping organizations rethink “business as usual.” Her national consulting
practice, established in 1990, provides a full range of services, tailored
to meet the unique vision and particular needs of each organization. Ms.
Teitelman has served as a Planning Consultant to the National Endowment for
the Arts Advancement Program and a Technical Assistance Specialist to the
Los Angeles County Arts Commission. A sampling of clients includes East West
Players, CalArts Community Arts Partnership, PEN Center USA, LA Freewaves
New Media Festival, the Redlands Bowl and SideStreet Projects, among many
others. She is a dedicated world traveler and is currently working on a
magic realistic novel narrated by the Hindu God Ganesha.

Date: Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Time: 6:30 – 9:30pm
Location: Japanese American Cultural and Community Center, 244 S. San Pedro
Street, in Little Tokyo near Downtown Los Angeles
Cost: $35.00 (BOA / CCI members), $40 (Non-Member)

To register: www.cciarts.org/losangeles.htm or call (213) 687-8577.

Free Arts Tune-Up April 17 at Pasadena City College in Pasadena from 10 a.m - 1 p.m.

FREE ARTS ADVICE FOR INDIVIDUAL ARTISTS AND
ARTS ORGANIZATIONS AT ARTS TUNE-UP
APRIL 17 IN PASADENA

Individual artists and small budget organizations can benefit from free expert advice and information on various aspects of arts management on
Saturday, April 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at an "Arts Tune-Up" at Pasadena City College. Even though the event is free, it is recommended
that participants register via SurveyMonkey:

Go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/pasadena

The fast -paced "arts tune-up" format works like this: There will be several tables set up with an arts expert/consultant addressing a specific subject
located at each table. Participants choose a topic they want to learn more about. After 25 minutes, participants rotate to another table with a topic of
interest as the sessions repeat. There will be a total of 5 round-robin sessions of 25 minutes each. Participants are welcome to come by for an hour or
stay for the entire morning.

Topics for individual artists include Advocacy, Arts Education In-School Resources (K-12) & Working in Arts Education (K-12), Fundraising for Individual Artists, Getting Your Sh*t Together, Health Insurance for Individual Artists, Individual Artist Resources/Investing in Artists, Intro to Public Art and Is Getting a Masters in Arts Administration the Right Choice for You?

Topics for small budget arts organizations include Advocacy, Arts Education In-School Resources (K-12) & Working in Arts Education (K-12), Cultural and Community Outreach, Fundraising for Organizations, LA Stage Alliance and Census & Patron Manager Programs and Marketing for Arts Organizations.

THE FACTS

WHAT
ARTS TUNE-UP for Individual Artists and Small Budget Arts Organizations

WHEN
Saturday, April 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

WHERE
Circadian in Campus Center at Pasadena City College
1570 East Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91106

HOW MUCH
FREE, but registration is recommended

HOW TO REGISTER
REGISTER through SurveyMonkey.
Go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/pasadena

PARKING
Parking is available for $2 in Lots 3 & 4 located on the corner of Hill Ave. and Del Mar Blvd.

MORE INFORMATION
Anji Gaspar-Milanovic
Technical Assistance Programs Manager
Los Angeles County Arts Commission, 213 202-3981

The Arts Tune-Up is sponsored by the Los Angeles County Arts Commission and the City of Pasadena in collaboration with Arts for LA, LA Stage Alliance,
The Center for Cultural Innovation and Pasadena City College.

The Los Angeles County Arts Commission, Laura Zucker, Executive Director, provides leadership in cultural services of all disciplines for the largest county in the United States, encompassing 88 municipalities. The Arts Commission provides leadership and staffing to support the regional blueprint for arts education, Arts for All; administers a grants program that funds more than 300 nonprofit arts organizations annually; oversees the County's Civic Art Program for capital projects; funds the largest arts internship program in the country in conjunction with the Getty Foundation; programs the John Anson Ford Theatres; and supports the Los Angeles County Cultural Calendar on ExperienceLA.com. The Commission also produces free community programs, including the L.A. Holiday Celebration broadcast nationally, and a year-round music program that funds more than 40 free concerts each year in public sites. The 2009-10 President of the Arts Commission is Araceli Ruano.

For more information please consult the Arts Commission online press kit: http://lacountyarts.org/communications/docs/lacac_onlinepresskit_0905.pdf

Sign Up Today!!! "Flipping the Script: A Women in Entertainment Symposium"

CALIFORNIA LAWYERS FOR THE ARTS IS PLEASED TO PRESENT...

Flipping the Script: A Women in Entertainment Symposium

UCLA SCHOOL OF LAW

April 10, 2010

DESCRIPTION: California Lawyers for the Arts is pleased to present this
day-long symposium designed specifically for women working in the film,
television, and music industries. Don't miss out on this full day of
cutting-edge panels, keynote presentations, roundtable discussions, and
networking sessions dedicated to empowering women through an increased
knowledge of legal and business issues in the entertainment industry.

Join us on Saturday, April 10, 2010, at the UCLA School of Law and hear
insiders' tips from some of the most established women in the
entertainment industry. This event will equip its participants with
effective strategies to address issues impacting women in film, music,
and television. Topics will include seminars on employment
discrimination and sexual harassment issues in the workplace, legal tips
and strategies from women leaders in the industry, and financing your
creative projects.

WHEN: Saturday, April 10, 2010, 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

WHERE: UCLA School of Law, 71 Dodd Hall, Los Angeles, CA 90095

REGISTER BY FRIDAY, MARCH 26, 2010 TO RECEIVE $10 EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT!!!

ADMISSION: General Registration: $50, Member of CLA/Co-sponsoring
Organization: $35, and Students/Senior Citizens: $25

FOR 3 HOURS OF MCLE CREDIT: Non CLA Member Attorneys $70, CLA Member
Attorneys $55

REGISTRATION: Call CLA at (310) 998-5590, or email us at:
clasocaled@gmail.com Please include your
name, phone number, and whether you are interested in MCLE Credit, if
you are an attorney.

These workshops were made possible, in part, by a grant from the City of
Los Angeles, Department of Cultural Affairs. Additional support provided
by the California Arts Council, the Los Angeles County Arts Commission,
and the California Community Foundation.

Mar 15, 2010

Don't Run Out of Time! Register now for CCI Time Management Workshop

To register: www.cciarts.org/losangeles.htm or call (213) 687-8577.

WHERE DID THE TIME GO? TIME MANAGEMENT FOR ARTISTS
They say that time changes things, but you actually have to change them
yourself. (Andy Warhol)

Time Management for Artists is designed to help you recognize and perhaps
reconsider your personal concept of time. During this workshop you will gain
a clear understanding of how you currently use your time in order to best
determine how you really want to spend those hours available within any
given day. You will receive practical management methods, skills and
techniques for identifying key time wasters, setting boundaries, managing
frequent distractions and interruptions, and prioritizing yourself and your
artwork. Goal setting and action planning are key to time management
success. In-class activities will highlight how to budget your time wisely
and most effectively for you. More effective planning will enable you to
spend more time doing what will ultimately lead you towards achieving your
personal and professional goals and objectives.

Judith Teitelman brings 25 years of experience in helping grassroots and
mid-sized organizations and large institutions strengthen their management
and fundraising capacities and plan for a sustainable future. She is a
strong proponent of management initiatives designed to examine and challenge
long-standing assumptions about arts administration, and is committed to
helping organizations rethink “business as usual.” Her national consulting
practice, established in 1990, provides a full range of services, tailored
to meet the unique vision and particular needs of each organization. Ms.
Teitelman has served as a Planning Consultant to the National Endowment for
the Arts Advancement Program and a Technical Assistance Specialist to the
Los Angeles County Arts Commission. A sampling of clients includes East West
Players, CalArts Community Arts Partnership, PEN Center USA, LA Freewaves
New Media Festival, the Redlands Bowl and SideStreet Projects, among many
others. She is a dedicated world traveler and is currently working on a
magic realistic novel narrated by the Hindu God Ganesha.

Date: Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Time: 6:30 – 9:30pm
Location: Japanese American Cultural and Community Center, 244 S. San Pedro
Street, in Little Tokyo near Downtown Los Angeles
Cost: $35.00 (BOA / CCI members), $40 (Non-Member)

To register: www.cciarts.org/losangeles.htm or call (213) 687-8577.

Directors Lab West 2010

The Directors Lab West Steering Committee is pleased to announce the dates for the eleventh annual Directors Lab West. The 2010 Lab will take place May 22-29. Applications are now available and may be found at the Directors Lab West web site:

www.directorslabwest.com

Deadline for receipt of applications is Friday, March 19, 2010.

Directors Lab West, which was launched in 2000, seeks theatre directors to participate in a week long series of workshops, panels, roundtables, and symposia with some of the nation's leading theatre artists. Directors Lab West, like its New York inspiration at Lincoln Center Theater, creates an intensive laboratory environment where theatre directors come together to inspire, educate, and challenge each other.

Attendance is by application only and no cost is charged to participate in the Lab.

Directors interested in participating may find applications and further information at www.directorslabwest.com

Contact: Kappy Kilburn 626-403-1827

Free Arts Tune-Up April 17 at Pasadena City College in Pasadena from 10 a.m - 1 p.m.

FREE ARTS ADVICE FOR INDIVIDUAL ARTISTS AND
ARTS ORGANIZATIONS AT ARTS TUNE-UP
APRIL 17 IN PASADENA

Individual artists and small budget organizations can benefit from free expert advice and information on various aspects of arts management on
Saturday, April 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at an "Arts Tune-Up" at Pasadena City College. Even though the event is free, it is recommended
that participants register via SurveyMonkey:

Go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/pasadena

The fast -paced "arts tune-up" format works like this: There will be several tables set up with an arts expert/consultant addressing a specific subject
located at each table. Participants choose a topic they want to learn more about. After 25 minutes, participants rotate to another table with a topic of
interest as the sessions repeat. There will be a total of 5 round-robin sessions of 25 minutes each. Participants are welcome to come by for an hour or
stay for the entire morning.

Topics for individual artists include Arts Education In-School Resources (K-12) & Working in Arts Education (K-12), Fundraising for Individual Artists, Getting Your Sh*t Together, Health Insurance for Individual Artists, Individual Artist Resources/Investing in Artists, Intro to Public Art and Is Getting a Masters in Arts Administration the Right Choice for You?

Topics for small budget arts organizations include Arts Education In-School Resources (K-12) & Working in Arts Education (K-12), Cultural and Community Outreach, Fundraising for Organizations, LA Stage Alliance and Census & Patron Manager Programs and Marketing for Arts Organizations.

THE FACTS

WHAT
ARTS TUNE-UP for Individual Artists and Small Budget Arts Organizations

WHEN
Saturday, April 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

WHERE
Circadian in Campus Center at Pasadena City College
1570 East Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91106

HOW MUCH
FREE, but registration is recommended

HOW TO REGISTER
REGISTER through SurveyMonkey.
Go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/pasadena

PARKING
Parking is available for $2 in Lots 3 & 4 located on the corner of Hill Ave. and Del Mar Blvd.

MORE INFORMATION
Anji Gaspar-Milanovic
Technical Assistance Programs Manager
Los Angeles County Arts Commission, 213 202-3981

The Arts Tune-Up is sponsored by the Los Angeles County Arts Commission and the City of Pasadena in collaboration with LA Stage Alliance,
The Center for Cultural Innovation and Pasadena City College.

The Los Angeles County Arts Commission, Laura Zucker, Executive Director, provides leadership in cultural services of all disciplines for the largest county in the United States, encompassing 88 municipalities. The Arts Commission provides leadership and staffing to support the regional blueprint for arts education, Arts for All; administers a grants program that funds more than 300 nonprofit arts organizations annually; oversees the County's Civic Art Program for capital projects; funds the largest arts internship program in the country in conjunction with the Getty Foundation; programs the John Anson Ford Theatres; and supports the Los Angeles County Cultural Calendar on ExperienceLA.com. The Commission also produces free community programs, including the L.A. Holiday Celebration broadcast nationally, and a year-round music program that funds more than 40 free concerts each year in public sites. The 2009-10 President of the Arts Commission is Araceli Ruano.

For more information please consult the Arts Commission online press kit: http://lacountyarts.org/communications/docs/lacac_onlinepresskit_0905.pdf

Audition Notice: Shakespeare by the Sea 2010 - Twelfth Night and Julius Caesar

Shakespeare by the Sea is now accepting submissions for Twelfth Night (opens June 10) and Julius Caesar (opens June 17). Both shows will play in repertory through August 7, 2010. There is some pay. Rehearsals are at Little Fish Theatre in San Pedro - May and June. Performances run Thu, Fri & Sat at Point Fermin Park in San Pedro through July 3 (dark on July 4), then touring to various locales throughout LA and Orange Counties before returning to Point Fermin for our Grand Finale!

Please submit a pix and resume to ShakespeareCasting@gmail.com

Shakespeare by the Sea is a unique experience for those who get involved. Our performance venues are charming, the atmosphere we create is truly magical and our audiences are enthusiastic.

For more information please visit: www.shakespearebythesea.org

Business of Art - Entrepreneurial Training for Artists - Starts April 6th

To register: www.cciarts.org/losangeles.htm or call (213) 687-8577.

Business of ArtT
Entrepreneurial Training for Artist

Artists and creative entrepreneurs who take CCI's signature program,
Business of Art T learn key business skills that provide them with the
knowledge and resources to help advance their art, develop their ideas and
increase their financial independence. Business of Art T classes are taught
by a variety of business leaders with experience in both corporate and
non-profit entities. Students learn key concepts involved in goal setting,
strategic planning, marketing and self-promotion, money management, legal
issues and project financing. In addition to classroom training, all
Business of Art T students participate in counseling sessions with leading
arts and business professionals.

The next Business of ArtT course will begin in April, 2010. Enrollment is
limited to 24 students.

Session 1: Tuesday, April 6, 6:30-9:30pm
The Business of Art: Presenting Yourself as an Artist

Session 2: Tuesday, April 13, 6:30-9:30pm
Work Like an Artist, Think Like an Entrepreneur - Setting Your Personal
Goals

Session 3: Tuesday April 20, 6:30-9:30pm
Planning, Plain and Simple

Session 4: Tuesday, April 27, 6:30-9:30pm
Marketing and Self-Promotion

Session 5: Tuesday, May 4, 6:30-9:30pm
Legal Issues for Artists

Session 6: Tuesday, May 11, 6:30-9:30pm
Budgeting and Money Management

Session 7: Tuesday, May 18, 6:30 - 9:30pm
Financing Your Project - Getting Grants, Loans and Other Funding

Session 8: Tuesday May 25, 6:00 - 9:30pm
Cluster Counseling and Final Wrap-Up

Date: Tuesday's, starting April 6, 2010 through Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Location: Japanese American Community and Cultural Center, 244 S. San Pedro,
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Cost: $210 (Non Member) / $185 (BOA/CCI Members) The fee includes the
Business of ArtT Workbook., The Business of Art: An Artist's Guide to
Profitable Self-Employment.
Early Bird Special!!! Register by March 15th and Save $20.00!!!

To register: www.cciarts.org/losangeles.htm or call (213) 687-8577.

Mar 5, 2010

Operations Intern

POSITION SUMMARY: Under direct supervision of the Director of Finance and Operations, the Operations Intern will provide accounting and administrative support for P.S. ARTS, a non-profit arts education provider.

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
• Non-profit accounting using QuickBooks
• General office procedures including filing and data maintenance
• Other related projects as they arise.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Strong interest in arts education, non-profit management and/or accounting.
• Ability to work cooperatively
• Attention to detail
• Working knowledge of MS Office
• Familiarity with any accounting software a plus

Stipend: $10/per hour, 20 hours per week

To apply: Email your resume and cover letter to victoria.querubin@psarts.org. Subject heading should read "Internship Position". Word documents or PDF only. No phone calls please.

About P.S. ARTS
P.S. ARTS' mission is to improve the lives of children by bringing arts education to underserved public schools and their communities. Currently we reach 12,000 students in 24 schools in Los Angeles County and in the Central Valley. For more information, please visit our website, www.psarts.org

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Job:ADMINISTRATOR

ADMINISTRATOR

The Administrator is responsible for the overall management of Dance
Camera West, including financial management, programming, marketing,
public relations and development. Candidate will be key in organizing
Dance Camera West's festival and screening program year round and is
interested in an on going commitment with the organization.
Being self-motivated and disciplined the candidate is able to work
both independently and collaboratively with Artistic Director, Board
of Directors, artists, venues and the public. Dance Camera West is a
non-profit arts organization with a month long annual film festival
in June and special events throughout the year.

DUTIES:

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION
-Oversee day-to-day operations of a non-profit organization's budgets
including accounting (Quickbooks) and bookkeeping records, processing
credit card sales, bank deposits, petty cash, payment of invoices,
monthly bank account reconciliation including merchant services,
preparation of material for CPA-conducted annual financial review,
insurance, and rental agreements.
-Process online ticket sales, donations, memberships, and entry fees.
-Creating and updating event budget reports in Excel
-Responsible for maintaining office equipment and facility.
-Oversee vendor and associates relationships: suppliers, venue and
equipment insurance
-Maintaining databases - FileMaker, Icontact
-Maintain business correspondence: Answer phone, email, fax,
scheduling, assisting in directors correspondence.
-Keeping office organized and functional including filing: hard copy
and computer.

DEVELOPMENT
-Grants Management: Research, write and submit proposals to
foundations and government funders including financial information;
manage grants calendar, manage reporting, calendar and submit reports
in a timely manner.
-Individual Donor Development: Complete donor acknowledgement
letters, manage and track all donor correspondence; assist with
individual donor cultivation efforts.
-Membership Cultivation: Plan annual direct mail solicitation and
membership cultivation; maintains and markets membership materials at
screenings and events; processing memberships and renewals; maintains
membership database; acknowledges gifts and donations.
-Events: Assist, plan and direct annual fundraising events.
-Corporate Sponsorship: research and develop corporate relations.
-Evaluation: Working with the director to assure adequate data
collection and evaluation for reporting purposes.

FESTIVAL COORDINATOR
-Communicates with artists for film festival
-Negotiate and draft artist and vendor contracts.
-Assist Artistic Director at festival screenings and special events.
-Assist with Board activities, meetings and sub committees.
-Recruit and manage interns and volunteers.
-Work closely with the director in scheduling, creating, and managing
special events throughout the year and annual festival
-Manage marketing goals including social media outlets
-Assist in creating Organization's E-newsletter

QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must possess a Bachelor's Degree and demonstrated
experience in office administration, grant applications, fundraising,
marketing and financial management, in the non-profit sector.
Applicant should be passionate about the dance media genre and LA's
cultural community including arts advocacy, funding and political
trends in the arts. Proven ability to accomplish the duties described
above under office admin, development and festival coordinator.
Desire to be part of a highly focused and very productive team.

REQUIRED SKILLS
Mac computer proficiency with advanced internet skills. High level
skill in verbal and written communication with ability to articulate
Dance Camera West's vision. Proven ability to work independently with
stamina and fluidity to deal with inevitable changes and challenges
while being highly proficient, organized, detail oriented with expert
follow-up skills. The ability to meet deadlines and accomplish all
duties listed.

HOURS - Full time, Monday thru Friday with additional hours including
weekends during festival season and throughout the year for special
events.

SALARY - Hourly wage based on experience

START DATE - Immediate opening

TO APPLY submit via email - Please no phone calls
Cover letter highlighting relevant experience and salary history
Resume
Writing Samples (grants, marketing samples)
References (3) with contact information - phone and email

Lynette Kessler, Artistic Director
office@dancecamerawest.org

Stage Coordinators

The Natural History Museum of LA County is seeking 2 Stage Coordinators to support its popular Dinosaur Encounters program. Duties will consist of running five to seven short shows a day for audiences of 50-300 in an unusual venue, completing sound and light checks, and maintaining the schedules and show times for a staff of 4-7 performance artists.
This position has the following requirements:
· Strong background stage managing for the theatre.
· Ability to work with performers, museum staff, and directly with the public.
· Ability to problem solve and make rapid, thoughtful decisions without supervision will be essential.
· B.A. with a background in science preferred.
· Previous experience as a production assistant.
· Background work at museums or theme parks and a love for children is a preferred.
The position is a part time, temporary non exempt opening. The schedule will include day time weekday and weekend hours with occasional evenings, 18-32 hours a week. Salary is $12-15 per hour commensurate with experience.
Review of applications begins immediately and continues until position is filled. Interested candidates please visit www.nhm.org/jobsand click the link of the position for which you are interested or you may go directly to the online application
by clicking https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=492986.
The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please, No Phone Calls.

Position Description: Director of Education & Public Programs

Orange County Museum of Art
Position Description: Director of Education & Public Programs

General Description: Under the general direction of the Deputy Director for Exhibitions & Programs, this position is responsible for executing education and public programs and projects that meet or exceed the museum's strategic and artistic goals. Generally, the incumbent in this position operates within major organizational policies, reporting progress to senior management through reports, presentations, and conferences.

Reporting Responsibilities: Deputy Director for Exhibitions & Programs

Supervisory Responsibilities: School & Tour Programs Manager, Education & Public Programs Coordinator, Education Assistant, Interns & Volunteers, and other staff assigned on a project basis

FLSA Status: Exempt (Professional), Full-time (35 hours per week +)

Essential Tasks: The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the position as necessary.

* Identifies curricular connections between exhibitions and regional education community needs to design and develop school & tour programs for a growing audience of K-12 and college level students and teachers
* Deepens participation of visitors by producing dynamic public programs related to the museum's exhibitions and/or focused on the museum's target audiences
* Expands the reach of museum programs by cultivating strategic partnerships with the Orange County educational community
* Develops and implements evaluation tools to measure, interpret, and analyze the outcomes of education and public programs relative to strategic goals
* Designs and conducts training programs for docents, interns, and volunteers
* Assists marketing and fund raising efforts, with a particular focus on grant writing, related to education and public programs
* Supports Board of Trustees Education Committee
* Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of responsibility and requirements of the position

Educational and Experience Preparation: Requires Master's degree in arts education, museum studies or other related area with working knowledge of modern and contemporary art; five or more years professional experience in arts education including curriculum and program design; prior supervisory and budget management experience; excellent organizational and computer skills; ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.

Physical & Dexterity Requirements: Sedentary work that involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods. Occasionally may require lifting 25 pounds, opening boxes or packages, and stretching or reaching. The position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing and speaking abilities, and color perception.

Working Conditions: Staff will work in general office and museum conditions with no known exposure to environmental hazards. Work will require occasional evening and weekend hours consistent with the museum's schedule of events and activities. The position is full-time and eligible for the museum's benefit package.

Contact with Others: The position involves a significant amount of contact with museum staff, volunteers, and the public. This involves frequent interactions with museum staff, vendors, donors, and other education professionals that may be of a sensitive or confidential nature. Discretion and sound judgment is required. Staff must be able to relate well to individuals with a variety of backgrounds and positively represent the museum in these contacts.

To Apply: Send resume, three references, and cover letter describing how the candidate's experience and training meet the requirements of the position to jobs@ocma.net. No phone calls please.

Part-time Educator - Exhibition Highlight Tours at MOCA, Los Angeles.

Overview

Under the supervision of the Director of Education, the Educator – Exhibition Highlight Tours will prepare and conduct interactive, inquiry-based tours in support of the museum's permanent collection and loaned exhibitions. Additionally, the Educator is responsible for circulating throughout the galleries to respond to visitors' questions and provide general information regarding exhibitions. (Minimum of two shifts of three to five hours each per week).

Requirements

Previous teaching experience and bachelor's degree in art history, art education, studio art, or closely-related field. Weekend availability is required. Fluency in Spanish or other language desired. Must have strong knowledge of contemporary art, educational theory and methods, comfort with inquiry-based teaching, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience working with adults is desired. The educator must be available to work weekends and/or Thursday evening.

Essential Functions

- Develop and conduct inquiry-based tours for the general public, with emphasis on adult audiences. Circulate throughout museum galleries to engage visitors in conversation, provide information, and answer questions.
- Attend departmental training sessions, including customer service training, exhibition walkthroughs, and regularly-scheduled practice and discussion sessions.
- Conduct research on exhibitions and educational theory and methods.
- On an as-needed basis, participate in the planning and/or implementation of exhibition-based educational programs and artists' projects.
- Maintain Reading Room by re-shelving books.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit for long periods. Must be able to bend and reach for filing and other job-related functions. Physical mobility skills to move throughout the museum and its offices is required.
The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position; they do not purport to describe all functions of the position. Employees may be assigned other duties and the essential functions of the position may change or be changed as necessary.

Application Information:

To apply for this position, e-mail your resume and cover letter to hr@moca.org. Upon receiving your resume, we will review your credentials and contact you if they are commensurate with the requirements of the position for which you are applying.

For more further information and application information, visit:
http://www.moca.org/museum/us_jobs.php

JOb: Homeboy Industries - Development Manager

Homeboy Industries
Development Manager
Location:

130 W. Bruno St., Los Angeles, CA 90012

Reports to / Works With:

Director of Development and Associate Director of Development

Description of Duties and Responsibilities:

Will work as the third professional member of the development staff on all fundraising activities, with specific responsibilities for writing and managing a portion of grant applications (both private and public sectors) as well as assist with major gift development from individuals, development events, media requests, preparation of a wide variety of donor communications both written and online, learn and train on the data management system, assist with Board materials and management, and help supervise individuals assigned to job training positions in the Development Department. In summary, work as a development generalist with specific assignments defined over time.

Responsibilities include:

Assume responsibility for specific foundation grant applications, reports, and tracking.

Work with development staff on special grant applications, particularly governmental grants.

Assist Director of Development with support for board meetings, communications, and committee development/management.

Lead the creation of a Friends of Homeboy group and work with lead development staff on major gifts from individuals.

Take an active role in managing the on-line fundraising activity, including the Homeboy Virtual Car Wash, other on-line campaigns, enewsletters and social media.

Work with Development staff to conduct the major fundraising event, Lo Maximo 2010 and other events throughout the year.

Become the primary person to prepare donor communications, including thank you letters and first drafts of letters and materials for the annual and other mailings. These materials will also become the source of enewsletters and other web site information prepared by Development staff.

Work with staff to learn the development data management system and help us use it to full advantage as well as supervise a support person/s (a junior staff member in job training) to enter data.

Help with the maintenance of the Development files, including updated public relations materials.

Assist the Development staff with all aspects of the development and public relations as may be needed.

Meet daily with Development staff to check in and plan, schedule will be adjusted as knowledge is developed.

Qualifications For Position:

A person with strong work ethic, previous work with similar populations served by Homeboy, board and community relations experience, strong writing and communications ability, able to meet deadlines, and flexibility with a can do attitude.

Can learn quickly about the language of Homeboy so that we all speak from the point of view in materials and discussions with potential donors.

The Homeboy Development Department strives to say yes to the unexpected and also to plan and produce the expected for gift development.

Supervisory Relationships:

Reports to Development Staff.

Skils and Knowledge Required:

BA degree

Good communication and organization skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Some knowledge of development data bases

Computer knowledge to learn the Development office needs and style of organizing.

Prior Experience Required:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40 hours

How to Apply:

Send cover letter and resume to:

Mona Hobson

Email: monah@homeboy-industries.org

Phone: 323-526-1254 ext. 312

FAX: 323-526-1222