NEGOTIATING ACTOR AGREEMENTS
With Akua Boyenne, Esq.
October 7, 2009, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
DESCRIPTION: The actor is a key creative component and selling point in getting a feature film made. Today’s market is largely “name” driven. Making a deal with a recognizable actor is a critical factor for attaining financing and eventually producing a film. Additionally, because the actor is the only creative element that appears on the screen, as well as in the advertising and promotion, the actor can be very demanding during negotiations. Therefore, the actor agreement is often the most challenging deal to negotiate. Understanding how to navigate the negotiation process and nuances of the actor agreement is essential for producers, directors, writers, actors and anyone interested in the film business. The workshop will outline and discuss the basic terms of the actor agreement along with the important issues to consider when negotiating the deal.
SPEAKER: Akua Boyenne, Esq. is a Los Angeles-based entertainment attorney specializing in motion picture and television transactions. Her clients include award-winning and up-and-coming writers, directors, producers and production companies that work in both the studio and independent systems. Her firm also specializes in additional entertainment related areas of law including: corporate formation, trademark registration, copyright filing, music and finance transactions. Akua is a graduate of Seton Hall Law School, Tufts University and extensive programs
at UCLA Entertainment Law Studies. She is admitted to practice in California, New York and New Jersey, is a member of the American Bar Association (Entertainment Law Section), the Beverly Hills Bar Association (Entertainment and Intellectual Property Section), Film Independent, Inc. and the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, Inc.
WHEN: October 7, 2009, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
WHERE: Ken Edwards Center, 1527 Fourth Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
ADMISSION: General Admission: $20, Members of CLA, Santa Monica Residents, and Co-sponsoring organizations: $10, Senior Citizens and Students: $5
REGISTRATION: Call CLA at (310) 998-5590, or email Angela (please include your contact info and specify the workshop date(s)) at: clasocaled@aol.com
These workshops were made possible, in part, by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors through the Los Angeles County Arts Commission, the Department of Cultural Affairs, and the California Community Foundation. Additional support provided by the California Arts Council.
California Lawyers for the Arts
1641 18th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90404
310.998.5590 tel
310.998.5594 fax
www.CALawyersForTheArts.org
Oct 1, 2009
Sep 1, 2009
Seeking an art instructor
McGroarty Arts Center in Tujunga is seeking an art instructor to teach painting and drawing to senior citizens. Classes will take place at local senior centers in the Northeast San Fernando Valley. The position will begin in September and will run for 10-20 weeks with four hours maximum instruction per week.
The qualified candidate will have an MFA, two years minimum teaching experience, a passion for teaching and the arts, and a background and/or interest in working with the elderly.
To apply for this position with McGroarty Arts Center, please submit a complete resume, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation or a list of references to Leslie Fischer, Program Director at leslie@mcgroartyartscenter.org or fax 818.951.5348.
The qualified candidate will have an MFA, two years minimum teaching experience, a passion for teaching and the arts, and a background and/or interest in working with the elderly.
To apply for this position with McGroarty Arts Center, please submit a complete resume, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation or a list of references to Leslie Fischer, Program Director at leslie@mcgroartyartscenter.org or fax 818.951.5348.
ANIMATION or MEDIA ARTS INSTRUCTOR
INNER-CITY ARTS
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
ANIMATION or MEDIA ARTS INSTRUCTOR
Positions Available
Inner‑City Arts is dedicated to bringing the best of creative experiences to the thousands of children who live in the downtown area, and attend public schools in Los Angeles Unified School District. Working with LAUSD and community partners, we offer comprehensive arts and language programs during the instructional school day and after school, with classes in visual art, ceramics, dance, music, drama, and animation to over 8,000 children from 55 area elementary, middle and high schools.
Inner-City Arts is seeking experienced, energetic and talented animation and media arts teaching artists to teach multi-week sessions for elementary and middle school students, grades 3 - 8. We are looking for skillful teaching artists who work from the special resources of his or her own art form in unique and positive ways, and who is able to tailor his or her teaching skills to meet the needs of children who attend downtown public elementary schools.
Animation and Media Arts Instructors at Inner‑City Arts have overall responsibility for the teaching of an animation or other media art area curriculum. Specific job responsibilities include (for animation):
· Designing and implementing a program that teaches the basics of animation to students of a variety of ages and backgrounds, to include instruction in flip books, zoetrope creation, morphing, drawing on film, story-board, cut-out puppetry, claymation, pixilation, and creating backgrounds. Ability to collaborate with students and lead them in original animated film creation.
· Developing, writing and updating lesson plans and curricula outlines for that art form. Ability to revise plans based on the creativity of the students.
· Overseeing animation studio set up, equipment and scheduling of 6-8 classes per week.
· Participating in staff trainings and attending all staff meetings
· Collaborating with teaching staff, team-teaching and envisioning growth of the Animation program to achieve Inner-City Arts curricular goals.
QUALIFICATIONS:
· BFA or advanced degree in Animation, or related art form.
· Experience and practice in the field.
· Experience in teaching and/or knowledge of character and experimental animation content
· Prior teaching experience with ages 7-18 years, and knowledge of public school goals, vision and teaching methodologies.
· Knowledge and/or experience working with English Learners
· Must have the ability to design curricula appropriate for different age groups of children.
· Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse populations.
· Knowledge and/or experience teaching in child-centered education.
· Interest in integration strategies and curricular connections a plus.
· Must be a team player, exhibit patience and sensitivity and enjoy working with children.
· Must be in good physical health
· Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus
LOCATION:
The Mark Taper Center/Inner‑City Arts is located in downtown Los Angeles adjacent to the Produce Mart and Skid Row.
WORK SCHEDULE: Part-time, full time or as an independent contractor, as determined by availability and schedule of teaching terms. Opportunities in special projects and weekend programs are also available.
SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience, and employment status.
TO APPLY: Fax/send/e-mail resume with cover letter to: Susie Goliti, Director of Administration, Inner‑City Arts, 720 Kohler St., Los Angeles, CA 90021, FAX: 213-627‑6469, susie@inner-cityarts.org. NO CALLS PLEASE.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
ANIMATION or MEDIA ARTS INSTRUCTOR
Positions Available
Inner‑City Arts is dedicated to bringing the best of creative experiences to the thousands of children who live in the downtown area, and attend public schools in Los Angeles Unified School District. Working with LAUSD and community partners, we offer comprehensive arts and language programs during the instructional school day and after school, with classes in visual art, ceramics, dance, music, drama, and animation to over 8,000 children from 55 area elementary, middle and high schools.
Inner-City Arts is seeking experienced, energetic and talented animation and media arts teaching artists to teach multi-week sessions for elementary and middle school students, grades 3 - 8. We are looking for skillful teaching artists who work from the special resources of his or her own art form in unique and positive ways, and who is able to tailor his or her teaching skills to meet the needs of children who attend downtown public elementary schools.
Animation and Media Arts Instructors at Inner‑City Arts have overall responsibility for the teaching of an animation or other media art area curriculum. Specific job responsibilities include (for animation):
· Designing and implementing a program that teaches the basics of animation to students of a variety of ages and backgrounds, to include instruction in flip books, zoetrope creation, morphing, drawing on film, story-board, cut-out puppetry, claymation, pixilation, and creating backgrounds. Ability to collaborate with students and lead them in original animated film creation.
· Developing, writing and updating lesson plans and curricula outlines for that art form. Ability to revise plans based on the creativity of the students.
· Overseeing animation studio set up, equipment and scheduling of 6-8 classes per week.
· Participating in staff trainings and attending all staff meetings
· Collaborating with teaching staff, team-teaching and envisioning growth of the Animation program to achieve Inner-City Arts curricular goals.
QUALIFICATIONS:
· BFA or advanced degree in Animation, or related art form.
· Experience and practice in the field.
· Experience in teaching and/or knowledge of character and experimental animation content
· Prior teaching experience with ages 7-18 years, and knowledge of public school goals, vision and teaching methodologies.
· Knowledge and/or experience working with English Learners
· Must have the ability to design curricula appropriate for different age groups of children.
· Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse populations.
· Knowledge and/or experience teaching in child-centered education.
· Interest in integration strategies and curricular connections a plus.
· Must be a team player, exhibit patience and sensitivity and enjoy working with children.
· Must be in good physical health
· Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus
LOCATION:
The Mark Taper Center/Inner‑City Arts is located in downtown Los Angeles adjacent to the Produce Mart and Skid Row.
WORK SCHEDULE: Part-time, full time or as an independent contractor, as determined by availability and schedule of teaching terms. Opportunities in special projects and weekend programs are also available.
SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience, and employment status.
TO APPLY: Fax/send/e-mail resume with cover letter to: Susie Goliti, Director of Administration, Inner‑City Arts, 720 Kohler St., Los Angeles, CA 90021, FAX: 213-627‑6469, susie@inner-cityarts.org. NO CALLS PLEASE.
Aug 19, 2009
UPCOMING PLAYWRITING WORKSHOPS
http://www.eastwestplayers.org/arts_education/literary_DHHWI.htm
EAST WEST PLAYERS ANNOUNCES TWO UPCOMING PLAYWRITING WORKSHOPS
AT THE DAVID HENRY HWANG WRITERS' INSTITUTE FALL 2009 SESSIONS BEGIN on
Saturday, September 12, 2009
IMPORTANT NOTICES:
1) The playwriting workshops are first-come, first-serve. They run
concurrently, so you cannot enroll in both. Please specify your choice of
instructor.
2) Requests for enrollment should go to EWP Literary Manager Jeff Liu at
jliu@eastwestplayers.org.
You do not have a confirmed space in either class unless you personally
receive an enrollment form and then make the first payment on time.
3) Anyone who would like to apply for a scholarship should write to Jeff for
an application form, or download one from
http://www.eastwestplayers.org/arts_education/conservatory_scholarship.htm.
PLAYWRITING
This 10-week workshop is designed to help new and experienced writers start
or develop new plays into scripts that are ready to be put on stage. Each
4-hour session includes: a warm-up writing exercise, reading and discussion
of works in progress, reading assignments from dramatic literature to
illustrate and inspire writers with their work, and a closing exercise to
focus on the next week's work. The workshop culminates in readings of the
works in progress at East West Players' David Henry Hwang Theater.
Instructor: DORIS BAIZLEY
September 12, 2009 - November 21, 2009
Saturdays from 10 am - 2 pm
Staged Readings: December 8 - 20, 2009
Maryknoll Japanese Catholic Center
222 S. Hewitt St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Fee: $400 (ACTS members $375)
Doris Baizley's recent documentary and community-based plays include: ONE
DAY/SARAH HOUSE, winner of a 2009 Santa Barbara Independent Award, PEACE
CRIMES: THE MINNESOTA 8 vs. THE WAR, produced by The History Theatre and the
U. of Minnesota in 2008, and SEXSTING, co-written with defense attorney
Susan Raffanti, winner of the Guthrie Theatre/Playwrights Center Two-Headed
Challenge Grant, produced at the Salt Lake Acting Company in 2007. She is a
founding member of LA Theatre Works and was resident dramaturg for the Mark
Taper Forum's Other Voices Programs for theatre artists with disabilities.
Her plays MRS. CALIFORNIA, SHILOH RULES, and A CHRISTMAS CAROL have been
produced in many U.S. regional theaters including the Mark Taper Forum, the
Alabama Shakespeare Festival and ACT Seattle. She is currently working on a
play about Sister Kenny and the legacy of polio for the History Theatre in
St. Paul MN.
PLAY-CRAFTING THROUGH CREATIVE TENSION
Through freewrites, guided exercises and revision strategies, this workshop
will guide writers to complete the first act or first draft of a full length
play. One of the approaches of this workshop is to develop writing fluency
by exploring the creative tension between creation and revision. By active
engagement in this practice, writers will discover the center of the play as
they deepen and complicate their work. Topics to cover include: narrative
pressure, structure, characterization, and subtext. Additional work
includes reading and attending plays. All participants should be willing to
start a project from scratch. The workshop culminates in readings of the
works in progress at East West Players' David Henry Hwang Theater.
Instructor: JUDY SOO HOO
September 12, 2009 - November 21, 2009
Saturdays from 10 am - 2 pm
Staged Readings: December 8 - 20, 2009
Maryknoll Japanese Catholic Center
222 S. Hewitt St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Fee: $400 (ACTS members $375)
Judy Soo Hoo's plays include 29 1/2 DREAMS: WOMEN WALKING THROUGH WALLS
(co-collaborator), TWICE-TOLD CHRISTMAS TALES, REFRIGERATORS, TEXAS, BEASTLY
BEAUTIES (from AMERICAN MONSTERS), SOLVE FOR X and THE RED DRESS (from TEN
TO LIFE). She is a recipient of the EWP/AT&T New Voices Play Award, the
Yukon Pacific Play Award, the ARC (Artists' Resource for Completion) grant
from the Durfee Foundation, and a PEN/WEST Emerging Voices Fellowship.
Excerpts of her plays have been published in BOLD WORDS: A CENTURY OF ASIAN
AMERICAN WRITING (Rutgers University Press, 2001), BEST STAGE SCENES and
BEST MALE STAGE MONOLOGUES. She is the resident playwright of Lodestone
Theatre Ensemble.
Peter J. Kuo
PR/Marketing Manager
East West Players
120 Judge John Aiso Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
phone (213) 625-7000 ext. 12
fax (213) 625-7111
www.eastwestplayers.org
"The Nation's Premier Asian American Theatre"
======================================
Announcing the 44th Anniversary Season:
ART by Yasmina Reza, Translated by Christopher Hampton, Directed by
Alberto Isaac ~ September 10 - October 11, 2009
PO BOY TANGO by Kenneth Lin ~ November 5 - December 6, 2009
CAVE QUEST by Les Thomas ~ February 11 - March 2010
ROAD TO SAIGON Developed and Directed by Jon Lawrence Rivera, Musical
Director & Arranger Nathan Wang ~ May 13 - June 13, 2010
Save The Date - Saturday, August 15, 2009
ONE NIGHT ONLY ~ THAT'S SOOO VEGAS!
EAST WEST PLAYERS ANNOUNCES TWO UPCOMING PLAYWRITING WORKSHOPS
AT THE DAVID HENRY HWANG WRITERS' INSTITUTE FALL 2009 SESSIONS BEGIN on
Saturday, September 12, 2009
IMPORTANT NOTICES:
1) The playwriting workshops are first-come, first-serve. They run
concurrently, so you cannot enroll in both. Please specify your choice of
instructor.
2) Requests for enrollment should go to EWP Literary Manager Jeff Liu at
jliu@eastwestplayers.org.
You do not have a confirmed space in either class unless you personally
receive an enrollment form and then make the first payment on time.
3) Anyone who would like to apply for a scholarship should write to Jeff for
an application form, or download one from
http://www.eastwestplayers.org/arts_education/conservatory_scholarship.htm.
PLAYWRITING
This 10-week workshop is designed to help new and experienced writers start
or develop new plays into scripts that are ready to be put on stage. Each
4-hour session includes: a warm-up writing exercise, reading and discussion
of works in progress, reading assignments from dramatic literature to
illustrate and inspire writers with their work, and a closing exercise to
focus on the next week's work. The workshop culminates in readings of the
works in progress at East West Players' David Henry Hwang Theater.
Instructor: DORIS BAIZLEY
September 12, 2009 - November 21, 2009
Saturdays from 10 am - 2 pm
Staged Readings: December 8 - 20, 2009
Maryknoll Japanese Catholic Center
222 S. Hewitt St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Fee: $400 (ACTS members $375)
Doris Baizley's recent documentary and community-based plays include: ONE
DAY/SARAH HOUSE, winner of a 2009 Santa Barbara Independent Award, PEACE
CRIMES: THE MINNESOTA 8 vs. THE WAR, produced by The History Theatre and the
U. of Minnesota in 2008, and SEXSTING, co-written with defense attorney
Susan Raffanti, winner of the Guthrie Theatre/Playwrights Center Two-Headed
Challenge Grant, produced at the Salt Lake Acting Company in 2007. She is a
founding member of LA Theatre Works and was resident dramaturg for the Mark
Taper Forum's Other Voices Programs for theatre artists with disabilities.
Her plays MRS. CALIFORNIA, SHILOH RULES, and A CHRISTMAS CAROL have been
produced in many U.S. regional theaters including the Mark Taper Forum, the
Alabama Shakespeare Festival and ACT Seattle. She is currently working on a
play about Sister Kenny and the legacy of polio for the History Theatre in
St. Paul MN.
PLAY-CRAFTING THROUGH CREATIVE TENSION
Through freewrites, guided exercises and revision strategies, this workshop
will guide writers to complete the first act or first draft of a full length
play. One of the approaches of this workshop is to develop writing fluency
by exploring the creative tension between creation and revision. By active
engagement in this practice, writers will discover the center of the play as
they deepen and complicate their work. Topics to cover include: narrative
pressure, structure, characterization, and subtext. Additional work
includes reading and attending plays. All participants should be willing to
start a project from scratch. The workshop culminates in readings of the
works in progress at East West Players' David Henry Hwang Theater.
Instructor: JUDY SOO HOO
September 12, 2009 - November 21, 2009
Saturdays from 10 am - 2 pm
Staged Readings: December 8 - 20, 2009
Maryknoll Japanese Catholic Center
222 S. Hewitt St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Fee: $400 (ACTS members $375)
Judy Soo Hoo's plays include 29 1/2 DREAMS: WOMEN WALKING THROUGH WALLS
(co-collaborator), TWICE-TOLD CHRISTMAS TALES, REFRIGERATORS, TEXAS, BEASTLY
BEAUTIES (from AMERICAN MONSTERS), SOLVE FOR X and THE RED DRESS (from TEN
TO LIFE). She is a recipient of the EWP/AT&T New Voices Play Award, the
Yukon Pacific Play Award, the ARC (Artists' Resource for Completion) grant
from the Durfee Foundation, and a PEN/WEST Emerging Voices Fellowship.
Excerpts of her plays have been published in BOLD WORDS: A CENTURY OF ASIAN
AMERICAN WRITING (Rutgers University Press, 2001), BEST STAGE SCENES and
BEST MALE STAGE MONOLOGUES. She is the resident playwright of Lodestone
Theatre Ensemble.
Peter J. Kuo
PR/Marketing Manager
East West Players
120 Judge John Aiso Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
phone (213) 625-7000 ext. 12
fax (213) 625-7111
www.eastwestplayers.org
"The Nation's Premier Asian American Theatre"
======================================
Announcing the 44th Anniversary Season:
ART by Yasmina Reza, Translated by Christopher Hampton, Directed by
Alberto Isaac ~ September 10 - October 11, 2009
PO BOY TANGO by Kenneth Lin ~ November 5 - December 6, 2009
CAVE QUEST by Les Thomas ~ February 11 - March 2010
ROAD TO SAIGON Developed and Directed by Jon Lawrence Rivera, Musical
Director & Arranger Nathan Wang ~ May 13 - June 13, 2010
Save The Date - Saturday, August 15, 2009
ONE NIGHT ONLY ~ THAT'S SOOO VEGAS!
Job Opportunity- MUSIC Teaching Artist
Job Opportunity- MUSIC Teaching Artist
P.S. ARTS is currently seeking an experienced part-time Music Teaching
Artist for our an elementary school program in Mar Vista.
P.S. ARTS was founded in 1991 and is dedicated to the restoration of arts
education in public schools providing sequential, standards based in-school
instruction for elementary and middle school students and professional
development for classroom teachers.
Responsibilities:
· Develop a sequential, standards-based curriculum in the arts
· Teach an arts discipline across multiple grade levels for an entire
school year
· Address the learning needs of diverse student populations
· Identify and plan cross curriculum connections in and across multiple
subject areas
· Submit documentation of teaching practice, including curriculum and
lesson plans
· Represent P.S. ARTS amongst multiple school community stakeholders,
including classroom teachers, parents, administration, and donors
· Apply knowledge and skills through ongoing professional development
into teaching practice
Skills, Qualifications, Requirements:
· BA degree in arts, education, community arts or relevant field of
study
· Minimum three years of teaching experience, preferably in low income
school communities
· Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and expertise in a specific arts
discipline
· Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of or a familiarity with the
California Framework for the Visual and Performing Arts
· Ability to work collaboratively in a school environment and with
various school community members
· Experience with/training in Orff-Schulwerk is preferred. Dalcroze
and/or Kodaly methodologies are also acceptable.
Salary:
DOE
How to apply:
Please email resume and a cover letter attached as a Word document to
elda.pineda@psarts.org with the subject line “Music Teaching Artist”. No
phone calls or hard copies, please.
To learn more about P.S. ARTS, please visit our website. www.psarts.org
P.S. ARTS is currently seeking an experienced part-time Music Teaching
Artist for our an elementary school program in Mar Vista.
P.S. ARTS was founded in 1991 and is dedicated to the restoration of arts
education in public schools providing sequential, standards based in-school
instruction for elementary and middle school students and professional
development for classroom teachers.
Responsibilities:
· Develop a sequential, standards-based curriculum in the arts
· Teach an arts discipline across multiple grade levels for an entire
school year
· Address the learning needs of diverse student populations
· Identify and plan cross curriculum connections in and across multiple
subject areas
· Submit documentation of teaching practice, including curriculum and
lesson plans
· Represent P.S. ARTS amongst multiple school community stakeholders,
including classroom teachers, parents, administration, and donors
· Apply knowledge and skills through ongoing professional development
into teaching practice
Skills, Qualifications, Requirements:
· BA degree in arts, education, community arts or relevant field of
study
· Minimum three years of teaching experience, preferably in low income
school communities
· Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and expertise in a specific arts
discipline
· Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of or a familiarity with the
California Framework for the Visual and Performing Arts
· Ability to work collaboratively in a school environment and with
various school community members
· Experience with/training in Orff-Schulwerk is preferred. Dalcroze
and/or Kodaly methodologies are also acceptable.
Salary:
DOE
How to apply:
Please email resume and a cover letter attached as a Word document to
elda.pineda@psarts.org with the subject line “Music Teaching Artist”. No
phone calls or hard copies, please.
To learn more about P.S. ARTS, please visit our website. www.psarts.org
Aug 18, 2009
GYST's Fall 2009 Workshop
Announcing Open Enrollment for GYST's Fall 2009 Workshop:
Getting Your Sh*t Together: The Ultimate Career Boot Camp for Artists.
Contact: Tucker Neel, GYST Marketing Manager
tucker@gyst-ink.com
Register now for the Fall Getting Your Sh*t Together Workshop at The
Eagle Rock Center for The Arts. If you are anywhere in the LA area and
are looking to kick-start your art career, get organized, and learn just
about everything it takes to make it in the art world, then this class
is just what you've been looking for.
Duration: Mondays (7pm - 9pm) September 21 – November 9
+ Curator Review Sunday (10am-2pm) November 15
Location:
The Eagle Rock Center for the Arts
2225 Eagle Rock Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90041
www.centerartseaglerock.org
Tuition: $250 includes a copy of the GYST software (a $150 value).
REGISTER TODAY. This class fills up very fast.
To register visit http://gyst-ink.com/services/workshopsignup.php
Or send a check for the $250 tuition, made out to GYST Ink, to
GYST Ink
4223 Russell Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90027-4511
About the Class:
Getting Your Sh*t Together: The Ultimate Career Boot Camp for Artists.
Created by artist, curator, and legendary CalArts professor Karen
Atkinson, Getting Your Sh*t Together (GYST) is the often-imitated
workshop for emerging artists, and for artists who've been "emerging"
longer than they expected. Over 500 artists have graduated from GYST
since 2002 and their continued success and contributions to the art
world are what gives GYST such a great reputation.
GYST teaches you the business stuff you should have learned in art
school, but didn't. GYST values self-sufficiency and presents you with
information, skills, and strategies to make things happen without
necessarily waiting around for some arbiter of culture to validate your
work. We're not concerned with producing slick, commercialized artists,
nor is this some new age, touchy-feely "find your inner artist" crap.
GYST is a comprehensive class for artists, by artists that will teach
you bare-knuckled, practical strategies for negotiating the baffling
terrain of the contemporary art world.
Over 8-weeks, you'll create and refine your "presentation package,"
including your artist statement, bio, resume, portfolio, and more, with
the full editorial and technical support of GYST's staff.
The class culminates with Curator Speed Dating. Get real-world feedback
on your portfolio and proposals from some of the area's hottest
curators. Past curators have been LA Times Art Critic David Pagel, LA
Weekly Critic Doug Harvey, LACE Director Carol Stakenas, Artillery
Editor Tulsa Kinney, and curator and writer Shana Nys Dambrot.
Students also get a complimentary copy of the new GYST software, which
usually retails for $150. The MAC and PC based program is packed with
all the organizing tools and information resources every artist needs.
Find out more about the software by visiting
http://gyst-ink.com/products/features.php
.
For more information visit:
http://www.gyst-ink.com/services/workshops.php#enroll
email Tucker Neel, GYST's Marketing Manager, at tucker@gyst-ink.com
SUCCESS STORIES
"Two weeks after finishing GYST, I had a studio visit from Robert
Berman. Because I had recently gotten my sh*t together, I was able to
send him a portfolio before the visit. I think it really helped - he
offered me a solo show. Thanks, GYST! Really, thank you. I mean it."
- Alumni Cameron Gray had his first solo show (ever) in 2007 at the
renowned Robert Berman Gallery and sold several large canvases. He's
currently represented by Berman's Gallery.
- GYST Alumni Ari Kletzky was the subject of an extensive article on the
front page of the LA Times Sunday Arts section. His featured Islands of
LA project was developed over the course of our GYST workshop. Kletzky
(who has a BA in business) recently quit his day-job at a loan agency
and currently is enrolled in Cal Art's Fine Arts MFA program.
TESTIMONIALS
"This was PHENOMENAL! I learned more than I expected AND really
appreciated how the class helped make the idea of being an artist a
concrete, solid pursuit." –Andrae G.
"The class was motivating and inspiring. My expectations were
exceeded – the amount of info on grant writing and web design, the
night we spent talking about exhibition spaces – so much more
information than anticipated." – Megan D.
"I cant believe how affordable the class is! Seriously, the wealth
of information is worth a GAZILLION times more than the cost."
–Sasha H.
"This class was better than I expected. Writing a statement and all
the help with revisions was the biggest thing for me." – Carolyn
H.
GYST Ink is an artist-run company committed to empowering and educating
artists so that they can take control of their practice and develop
successful and sustainable careers on their own terms. For more
information visit www.gyst-ink.com
Getting Your Sh*t Together: The Ultimate Career Boot Camp for Artists.
Contact: Tucker Neel, GYST Marketing Manager
tucker@gyst-ink.com
Register now for the Fall Getting Your Sh*t Together Workshop at The
Eagle Rock Center for The Arts. If you are anywhere in the LA area and
are looking to kick-start your art career, get organized, and learn just
about everything it takes to make it in the art world, then this class
is just what you've been looking for.
Duration: Mondays (7pm - 9pm) September 21 – November 9
+ Curator Review Sunday (10am-2pm) November 15
Location:
The Eagle Rock Center for the Arts
2225 Eagle Rock Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90041
www.centerartseaglerock.org
Tuition: $250 includes a copy of the GYST software (a $150 value).
REGISTER TODAY. This class fills up very fast.
To register visit http://gyst-ink.com/services/workshopsignup.php
Or send a check for the $250 tuition, made out to GYST Ink, to
GYST Ink
4223 Russell Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90027-4511
About the Class:
Getting Your Sh*t Together: The Ultimate Career Boot Camp for Artists.
Created by artist, curator, and legendary CalArts professor Karen
Atkinson, Getting Your Sh*t Together (GYST) is the often-imitated
workshop for emerging artists, and for artists who've been "emerging"
longer than they expected. Over 500 artists have graduated from GYST
since 2002 and their continued success and contributions to the art
world are what gives GYST such a great reputation.
GYST teaches you the business stuff you should have learned in art
school, but didn't. GYST values self-sufficiency and presents you with
information, skills, and strategies to make things happen without
necessarily waiting around for some arbiter of culture to validate your
work. We're not concerned with producing slick, commercialized artists,
nor is this some new age, touchy-feely "find your inner artist" crap.
GYST is a comprehensive class for artists, by artists that will teach
you bare-knuckled, practical strategies for negotiating the baffling
terrain of the contemporary art world.
Over 8-weeks, you'll create and refine your "presentation package,"
including your artist statement, bio, resume, portfolio, and more, with
the full editorial and technical support of GYST's staff.
The class culminates with Curator Speed Dating. Get real-world feedback
on your portfolio and proposals from some of the area's hottest
curators. Past curators have been LA Times Art Critic David Pagel, LA
Weekly Critic Doug Harvey, LACE Director Carol Stakenas, Artillery
Editor Tulsa Kinney, and curator and writer Shana Nys Dambrot.
Students also get a complimentary copy of the new GYST software, which
usually retails for $150. The MAC and PC based program is packed with
all the organizing tools and information resources every artist needs.
Find out more about the software by visiting
http://gyst-ink.com/products/features.php
For more information visit:
http://www.gyst-ink.com/services/workshops.php#enroll
email Tucker Neel, GYST's Marketing Manager, at tucker@gyst-ink.com
SUCCESS STORIES
"Two weeks after finishing GYST, I had a studio visit from Robert
Berman. Because I had recently gotten my sh*t together, I was able to
send him a portfolio before the visit. I think it really helped - he
offered me a solo show. Thanks, GYST! Really, thank you. I mean it."
- Alumni Cameron Gray had his first solo show (ever) in 2007 at the
renowned Robert Berman Gallery and sold several large canvases. He's
currently represented by Berman's Gallery.
- GYST Alumni Ari Kletzky was the subject of an extensive article on the
front page of the LA Times Sunday Arts section. His featured Islands of
LA project was developed over the course of our GYST workshop. Kletzky
(who has a BA in business) recently quit his day-job at a loan agency
and currently is enrolled in Cal Art's Fine Arts MFA program.
TESTIMONIALS
"This was PHENOMENAL! I learned more than I expected AND really
appreciated how the class helped make the idea of being an artist a
concrete, solid pursuit." –Andrae G.
"The class was motivating and inspiring. My expectations were
exceeded – the amount of info on grant writing and web design, the
night we spent talking about exhibition spaces – so much more
information than anticipated." – Megan D.
"I cant believe how affordable the class is! Seriously, the wealth
of information is worth a GAZILLION times more than the cost."
–Sasha H.
"This class was better than I expected. Writing a statement and all
the help with revisions was the biggest thing for me." – Carolyn
H.
GYST Ink is an artist-run company committed to empowering and educating
artists so that they can take control of their practice and develop
successful and sustainable careers on their own terms. For more
information visit www.gyst-ink.com
CALL FOR ARTISTS
APPLY FOR THE 2010 FORD AMPHITHEATRE SUMMER PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM
Application Deadline: Wednesday, September 9, 2009
The Los Angeles County Arts Commission is currently seeking applicants
for the 2010 Ford Amphitheatre Summer Partnership Program. The
Partnership Program comprises the core of the Ford Amphitheatre summer
season which runs from May through October. Accepted applicants to the
program enter into a co-producing partnership with the Arts Commission.
The Arts Commission provides significant presentation and marketing
support to participating arts organizations which, in turn, provide the
residents of Los Angeles County with a rich cultural sampling of
performing arts of the region. Performances take place at the 1,200-seat
John Anson Ford Amphitheatre, a Los Angeles County regional park
facility.
All interested County-based performing arts organizations, producers and
artists representing diverse communities, traditions, and performing
disciplines are encouraged to apply. Proposed performances can consist
of music, dance, film or a combination of disciplines.
To view the complete guidelines for the program, please visit the Ford
Amphitheatre website at http://fordtheatres.org/en/about/apply_fa.asp
. For more information
call 323-856-5793 or email publicevents@arts.lacounty.gov
Deadline: Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Application Deadline: Wednesday, September 9, 2009
The Los Angeles County Arts Commission is currently seeking applicants
for the 2010 Ford Amphitheatre Summer Partnership Program. The
Partnership Program comprises the core of the Ford Amphitheatre summer
season which runs from May through October. Accepted applicants to the
program enter into a co-producing partnership with the Arts Commission.
The Arts Commission provides significant presentation and marketing
support to participating arts organizations which, in turn, provide the
residents of Los Angeles County with a rich cultural sampling of
performing arts of the region. Performances take place at the 1,200-seat
John Anson Ford Amphitheatre, a Los Angeles County regional park
facility.
All interested County-based performing arts organizations, producers and
artists representing diverse communities, traditions, and performing
disciplines are encouraged to apply. Proposed performances can consist
of music, dance, film or a combination of disciplines.
To view the complete guidelines for the program, please visit the Ford
Amphitheatre website at http://fordtheatres.org/en/about/apply_fa.asp
call 323-856-5793 or email publicevents@arts.lacounty.gov
Deadline: Wednesday, September 9, 2009
SPACE AVAILABLE
Inside Out Community Arts is now opening for rental our 18 ft x 12 ft, wood floor dance studio in Venice, complete with 18 ft of mirror on the south wall. A window faces east. Great for small yoga / dance classes, play rehearsals, and informal meetings! Free parking lot and additional side street parking available.
Pricing is $15/hr - Feel free to contact Lui at lsanchez@insideoutca.org / 310.397.8820 x104 for any inquiries!
For pictures, visit:
http://www.insideoutca.org/about-us/movement-studio-rent
Pricing is $15/hr - Feel free to contact Lui at lsanchez@insideoutca.org / 310.397.8820 x104 for any inquiries!
For pictures, visit:
http://www.insideoutca.org/about-us/movement-studio-rent
JOB OPP
McGroarty Arts Center in Tujunga is seeking an art instructor to teach painting and drawing to senior citizens. Classes will take place at local senior centers in the Northeast San Fernando Valley. The position will begin in September and will run for 10-20 weeks with four hours maximum instruction per week.
The qualified candidate will have an MFA, two years minimum teaching experience, a passion for teaching and the arts, and a background and/or interest in working with the elderly.
To apply for this position with McGroarty Arts Center, please submit a complete resume, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation or a list of references to Leslie Fischer, Program Director at leslie@mcgroartyartscenter.org or fax 818.951.5348.
The qualified candidate will have an MFA, two years minimum teaching experience, a passion for teaching and the arts, and a background and/or interest in working with the elderly.
To apply for this position with McGroarty Arts Center, please submit a complete resume, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation or a list of references to Leslie Fischer, Program Director at leslie@mcgroartyartscenter.org or fax 818.951.5348.
Call for artists
Melrose Lightspace in West Hollywood is looking for painters, photographers, sculptors and multi-media
artists to participate in an upcoming group show. Interested artists should respond with a brief introduction
and description of your work or small sample (200k or smaller) or link to your website. A one time $75 fee will
be required to cover expenses, including postcards and a wine and cheese reception. Space is limited and artists
will be accepted first come first serve. Please feel free to e-mail with any questions and thanks.
info@melroselightspace.net
artists to participate in an upcoming group show. Interested artists should respond with a brief introduction
and description of your work or small sample (200k or smaller) or link to your website. A one time $75 fee will
be required to cover expenses, including postcards and a wine and cheese reception. Space is limited and artists
will be accepted first come first serve. Please feel free to e-mail with any questions and thanks.
info@melroselightspace.net
Aug 10, 2009
Seeking Performers, Artists, Vendors, Participants for Latin American Parade/Festival
Long Beach Latin American Parade & Festival is currently seeking performers, artists, vendors and other participants!
Don't miss the excitement on Saturday, September 12 as the Downtown Long Beach Associates (DLBA) presents the Inaugural Latin American Parade & Festival!
This one-day event will feature anything and everything Latin American, including authentic Latin American cuisine, dance lessons and demonstrations, art exhibits, vendor booths and live music and performances on stage all evening long! The celebration begins at 3PM with a parade down Pine Avenue beginning at 6th Street and leading to the intersection of Elm and 1st in the East Village Arts District, where the high-energy festival will continue into the night.
The DLBA is currently seeking performers, artists, vendors and other participants for both the parade and festival components of the event. The event is sponsored and produced by the DLBA in conjunction with the Museum of Latin American Art and Council members Robert Garcia, Suja Lowenthal and Tonya Reyes-Uranga.
To access the forms for participation please go to the following links:
Parade Application:http://www.dlba.org/uploads//PDFs/2009%20Long%20Beach%20Latin%20American%20Parade%20Entry%20Application.pdf
Artist/Entertainer Application:http://www.dlba.org/uploads//PDFs/2009%20Long%20Beach%20Latin%20American%20Performer%20Application.pdf
Vendor Application: http://www.dlba.org/uploads//PDFs/Latin%20Festival%20Vendor%20Application.pdf
Don't miss the excitement on Saturday, September 12 as the Downtown Long Beach Associates (DLBA) presents the Inaugural Latin American Parade & Festival!
This one-day event will feature anything and everything Latin American, including authentic Latin American cuisine, dance lessons and demonstrations, art exhibits, vendor booths and live music and performances on stage all evening long! The celebration begins at 3PM with a parade down Pine Avenue beginning at 6th Street and leading to the intersection of Elm and 1st in the East Village Arts District, where the high-energy festival will continue into the night.
The DLBA is currently seeking performers, artists, vendors and other participants for both the parade and festival components of the event. The event is sponsored and produced by the DLBA in conjunction with the Museum of Latin American Art and Council members Robert Garcia, Suja Lowenthal and Tonya Reyes-Uranga.
To access the forms for participation please go to the following links:
Parade Application:http://www.dlba.org/uploads//PDFs/2009%20Long%20Beach%20Latin%20American%20Parade%20Entry%20Application.pdf
Artist/Entertainer Application:http://www.dlba.org/uploads//PDFs/2009%20Long%20Beach%20Latin%20American%20Performer%20Application.pdf
Vendor Application: http://www.dlba.org/uploads//PDFs/Latin%20Festival%20Vendor%20Application.pdf
Unusual Suspects Theatre Co. seeks Program Manager
Reporting to the Program Director, the Program Manager is responsible for the overall management and day-to-day coordination of team based theatre programs, including but not limited to production management, administration of teaching artists, volunteer and intern recruitment, screening, and maintenance of program database. Other responsibilities include: oversight of workshop objectives; working with Program Director to develop annual program budget, new program models and to update curriculum and training policies and procedures; assisting in the coordination of effective volunteer and alumni recognition programs. The Program Manager oversees program staff contracts, program contract compliance, and reports to development department regarding program demographics and data for program overview report and budgetary planning.
Minimum Qualification: Bachelors' degree preferred. 5+ years of educational theater management
experience.
Strong leadership skills and demonstrated experience setting and achieving strategic goals within an organization. Knowledge of local community organizations and resources. Knowledge of arts education curriculum development and concepts. Interest and commitment to community and serving high-risk youth. Experience in working with a diverse group of people.
Excellent writing and presentation skills. Experience with Filemaker software preferred and Microsoft applications. People oriented and outgoing personality. Excellent organizational skills with ability to organize information for easy access. Ability to achieve goals under pressure. Flexibility and willingness to cooperate within a team environment. Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends, and some evenings and holidays. We are a small, though rapidly growing, organization. Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
The Unusual Suspects Theatre Company provides intensive theatre arts and violence prevention workshops to at-risk youth in juvenile detention centers, foster care homes, high-risk public schools and treatment facilities in the greater Los Angeles area. Our programs cultivate pride, racial tolerance and social consciousness.
Equal Opportunity Employer
• A background in Theatre production
• Experience in Arts Education and curriculum design
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Superb management and communication skills
• Ability to work within tight budget constraints
• Flexible approach to working hours and responsibilities
If you have a sincere desire to enrich lives through innovative theatre arts programming, please send a cover letter and resume along with your salary history to E-mail: amy@theunusualsuspects.org Fax: 213-488-8498, or mail: The Unusual Suspects 617 S. Olive Street, Suite 812, Los Angeles, CA 90014 or visit our website for a detailed job description www.theunusualsuspects.org. NO PHONE CALLS
Minimum Qualification: Bachelors' degree preferred. 5+ years of educational theater management
experience.
Strong leadership skills and demonstrated experience setting and achieving strategic goals within an organization. Knowledge of local community organizations and resources. Knowledge of arts education curriculum development and concepts. Interest and commitment to community and serving high-risk youth. Experience in working with a diverse group of people.
Excellent writing and presentation skills. Experience with Filemaker software preferred and Microsoft applications. People oriented and outgoing personality. Excellent organizational skills with ability to organize information for easy access. Ability to achieve goals under pressure. Flexibility and willingness to cooperate within a team environment. Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends, and some evenings and holidays. We are a small, though rapidly growing, organization. Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
The Unusual Suspects Theatre Company provides intensive theatre arts and violence prevention workshops to at-risk youth in juvenile detention centers, foster care homes, high-risk public schools and treatment facilities in the greater Los Angeles area. Our programs cultivate pride, racial tolerance and social consciousness.
Equal Opportunity Employer
• A background in Theatre production
• Experience in Arts Education and curriculum design
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Superb management and communication skills
• Ability to work within tight budget constraints
• Flexible approach to working hours and responsibilities
If you have a sincere desire to enrich lives through innovative theatre arts programming, please send a cover letter and resume along with your salary history to E-mail: amy@theunusualsuspects.org Fax: 213-488-8498, or mail: The Unusual Suspects 617 S. Olive Street, Suite 812, Los Angeles, CA 90014 or visit our website for a detailed job description www.theunusualsuspects.org. NO PHONE CALLS
"Write?? Know Your Rights: The Nuts and Bolts
California Lawyers for the Arts, in collaboration with V-cube Inc., is
pleased to present:
"Write?? Know Your Rights: The Nuts and Bolts
of the Google Book Settlement"
August 8-September 4, 2009
DESCRIPTION: The pending Google Book Search Copyright Class Action
Settlement has engendered international interest and comment from
authors, lawyers, publishers, librarians, booksellers, and internet
activists. In a special online seminar, California Lawyers for the Arts
volunteers Jerome Garchik, Esq., Peter Brantley, and David Weir will
explain the class action litigation background, the scope and purview of
the settlement, what books are covered by the settlement, the claim form
required for authors, agents, and publishers to claim $60-$300 per book,
and other issues. Under the proposed settlement
(http://www.googlebooksettlement.com
opt out of or file an objection to the settlement agreement by Friday,
September 4, 2009. This online seminar is a must for authors, publishers
and other copyright holders who want to make an informed decision on or
before September 4th.
SPEAKERS: Jerome Garchik, Esq has represented many authors and
photographers including Kay Boyle, Beverly Axelrod, Michael Walsh, and
publishers such as China Books, The Berkely Barb, and Genesis Magazine.
Jerome has been in private practice in San Francisco since 1972, and has
been a member of C.L.A. for over 25 years. He has been a moot court
coach and judge at Hastings, Bolt, and New College and an instructor on
labor law at S.F. City College. He received his Masters from Yale in
1967 and graduated cum laude from Harvard Law School in 1971.
Peter Brantley is the Director of Access for the Internet Archive. He
previously served as Executive Director for the Digital Library
Federation, a nonprofit international association of large research and
government libraries and allied institutions. He is a regular
contributor to the O'Reilly Tools of Change for Publishing weblog,
and serves on the program committee for the O'Reilly Tools of Change
for Publishing Conference. Peter is also on the Board of Directors for
the International Digital Publishing Forum, the trade and standards
association for the digital publishing industry.
David Weir is a veteran journalist who has worked at Rolling Stone,
California, Mother Jones, Business 2.0, SunDance, the Stanford Social
Innovation Review, MyWire, 7x7, and the Center for Investigative
Reporting, which he cofounded in 1977. He has also been a content
executive at KQED, Wired Digital, Salon.com, and Excite@home
. David has published hundreds of articles and
three books. He also has been teaching journalism for more than 20
years at U.C. Berkely, San Francisco State University, and Stanford.
Currently he is a media analyst for Bnet, where he writes a daily blog
at www.industry.bnet.com/media .
REGISTRATION: To purchase your ticket please visit
http://clagooglesettlementwebinar.eventbrite.com/
Contact Angela Mooney D'Arcy at (310) 998-5590 or email
clasocaled@aol.com for more information;
Once your ticket is purchased, a password and links will be emailed to
you immediately so that you can access the webinar. Each ticket allows
you to view the webinar for a 24 hour period.
ADMISSION: $20 General Admission. $10 for Members of California Lawyers
for the Arts. Visit us on the web at www.calawyersforthearts.org
to join C.L.A. and receive the 50% discount admission for the webinar
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.
pleased to present:
"Write?? Know Your Rights: The Nuts and Bolts
of the Google Book Settlement"
August 8-September 4, 2009
DESCRIPTION: The pending Google Book Search Copyright Class Action
Settlement has engendered international interest and comment from
authors, lawyers, publishers, librarians, booksellers, and internet
activists. In a special online seminar, California Lawyers for the Arts
volunteers Jerome Garchik, Esq., Peter Brantley, and David Weir will
explain the class action litigation background, the scope and purview of
the settlement, what books are covered by the settlement, the claim form
required for authors, agents, and publishers to claim $60-$300 per book,
and other issues. Under the proposed settlement
(http://www.googlebooksettlement.com
opt out of or file an objection to the settlement agreement by Friday,
September 4, 2009. This online seminar is a must for authors, publishers
and other copyright holders who want to make an informed decision on or
before September 4th.
SPEAKERS: Jerome Garchik, Esq has represented many authors and
photographers including Kay Boyle, Beverly Axelrod, Michael Walsh, and
publishers such as China Books, The Berkely Barb, and Genesis Magazine.
Jerome has been in private practice in San Francisco since 1972, and has
been a member of C.L.A. for over 25 years. He has been a moot court
coach and judge at Hastings, Bolt, and New College and an instructor on
labor law at S.F. City College. He received his Masters from Yale in
1967 and graduated cum laude from Harvard Law School in 1971.
Peter Brantley is the Director of Access for the Internet Archive. He
previously served as Executive Director for the Digital Library
Federation, a nonprofit international association of large research and
government libraries and allied institutions. He is a regular
contributor to the O'Reilly Tools of Change for Publishing weblog,
and serves on the program committee for the O'Reilly Tools of Change
for Publishing Conference. Peter is also on the Board of Directors for
the International Digital Publishing Forum, the trade and standards
association for the digital publishing industry.
David Weir is a veteran journalist who has worked at Rolling Stone,
California, Mother Jones, Business 2.0, SunDance, the Stanford Social
Innovation Review, MyWire, 7x7, and the Center for Investigative
Reporting, which he cofounded in 1977. He has also been a content
executive at KQED, Wired Digital, Salon.com, and Excite@home
three books. He also has been teaching journalism for more than 20
years at U.C. Berkely, San Francisco State University, and Stanford.
Currently he is a media analyst for Bnet, where he writes a daily blog
at www.industry.bnet.com/media
REGISTRATION: To purchase your ticket please visit
http://clagooglesettlementwebinar.eventbrite.com/
Contact Angela Mooney D'Arcy at (310) 998-5590 or email
clasocaled@aol.com
Once your ticket is purchased, a password and links will be emailed to
you immediately so that you can access the webinar. Each ticket allows
you to view the webinar for a 24 hour period.
ADMISSION: $20 General Admission. $10 for Members of California Lawyers
for the Arts. Visit us on the web at www.calawyersforthearts.org
to join C.L.A. and receive the 50% discount admission for the webinar
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.
Dance Audition for Fall Season
Leaps N’ Bounds Dance & Fitness is currently seeking dancers trained in modern dance and ballet technique for the fall season. Pre-professional dancers may participate in a training program, with an opportunity to also participate in company class and rehearsals. Casting for 2nd Company may be possible at this level. We are dedicated to providing quality dance performances while using thought-provoking movement and staging to express controversial issues.
Dancers must be available to attend company classes and rehearsals – most likely to be held Wednesday evenings, Saturday afternoons and/or Sunday afternoons. Rehearsals will begin immediately. The audition date is August 16, 2009, 12 noon, at Le Studio in Pasadena. The address is: 57 Palmetto, Pasadena, CA 91109. There is a parking lot for the facility and there is also street parking available.
The production date is October 3, 2009 – morning and evening performances – other production dates TBD. All dancers will be credited for their performances and each dancer will receive a final copy of the performances.
Interested dancers should submit a resume, headshot and/or short biography to sara@leapsnboundsfitness.org for consideration and further audition details.
Leaps N' Bounds Dance & Fitness
Sara I. Benavidez
Founder & Artistic Director
(626) 376-8874 - Mobile
(626) 799-3717 - Office
benavidez.sara@yahoo.com
Visit our remodeled website!!!
www.leapsnboundsfitness.org
Dancers must be available to attend company classes and rehearsals – most likely to be held Wednesday evenings, Saturday afternoons and/or Sunday afternoons. Rehearsals will begin immediately. The audition date is August 16, 2009, 12 noon, at Le Studio in Pasadena. The address is: 57 Palmetto, Pasadena, CA 91109. There is a parking lot for the facility and there is also street parking available.
The production date is October 3, 2009 – morning and evening performances – other production dates TBD. All dancers will be credited for their performances and each dancer will receive a final copy of the performances.
Interested dancers should submit a resume, headshot and/or short biography to sara@leapsnboundsfitness.org for consideration and further audition details.
Leaps N' Bounds Dance & Fitness
Sara I. Benavidez
Founder & Artistic Director
(626) 376-8874 - Mobile
(626) 799-3717 - Office
benavidez.sara@yahoo.com
Visit our remodeled website!!!
www.leapsnboundsfitness.org
Tag Gallery Seeks Director
Tag Gallery, an artist run gallery in Santa Monica, has an opening for the position of Gallery Director. We are looking for someone who is highly motivated, personable, with strong sales and marketing skills. Previous experience operating a fine arts gallery is required.
Applicants should know the Los Angeles art market, be able to create press releases, be versed in Photoshop and Microsoft Word, and have the ability to organize and run an office. This part-time position of 27 hours per week includes three weeks paid vacation.
A letter of interest, with a detailed resume, can be sent to TAG Gallery, 2903 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404 or taggallery@yahoo.com. Please visit us at www.taggallery.net
Applicants should know the Los Angeles art market, be able to create press releases, be versed in Photoshop and Microsoft Word, and have the ability to organize and run an office. This part-time position of 27 hours per week includes three weeks paid vacation.
A letter of interest, with a detailed resume, can be sent to TAG Gallery, 2903 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404 or taggallery@yahoo.com. Please visit us at www.taggallery.net
Jul 20, 2009
Musical Director Needed for Hit New Show...
Donlavy Dance Company is celebrating its 16th birthday with a new full evening length Dance Media Hit entitled "SIR!" Samuel Donlavy is looking for a kickass musical director, stage manager, and Break Dancers/instructors for our new epic. Ideal Musical Director should be prepared to play a show live, vocal direction for its cast as well as be able to create, sample and record/re-record new tracks for "SIR's" upcoming World premiere. He/She should be able to "improv" musically(piano or percussion)and accompany the shows choreographer for a talent ride of a live time. Candidate should be able to play by ear, sheet music and from the heart, in rehearsals, workshops and classes. There is no immediate pay for this position but DDC Fall Residency work teaching will . MD, Stage/Production Manager, other Artsits and Break Dancers are needed and encouraged to apply. Become a part of something much bigger than yourself. The shows dynamic multi media/animation DANCE platform is Donlavy's latest work supporting LOVE and Gay Marriage. Dont miss out on this one! Please send resume and short bio stating what you are passionate about to samuel@donlavydancecompany.com. Questions, info and future auditions question, also, please email us. Again, its... Samuel@donlavydancecompany.com
Job Opportunity at the Armory
CURRENT JOB OPPORTUNITY AT THE ARMORY
Armory Center for the Arts in Pasadena, California, is a community art
center. We provide innovative approaches to creating, exploring and
presenting the visual arts to youths of all ages and adults. In addition to
providing contemporary art exhibitions and performances, the Armory offers
studio art classes and educational outreach programs to more than fifty
schools and community sites.
Find out more about us at www.armoryarts.org
The Armory is currently seeking a ...
Studio Customer Service Coordinator & Assistant
(30 hr/week position)
Seeking a friendly, outgoing, customer-service oriented person to manage
student registration and customer service for all studio art classes offered
to children, teens and adults. This detail-oriented individual will work in
our front office answering questions for parents and students regarding
Armory art classes. Major duties and responsibilities include maintaining
database records in Raiser’s Edge, registering students in classes,
processing fees, maintaining rosters, and keeping detailed records in
established systems. Other responsibilities include coordinating tuition
assistance program, answering and directing phone calls, greeting visitors,
providing administrative support, and responding to inquiries from the
public.
Experience in customer service is essential along with a patient, efficient
and friendly working manner. The ideal candidate will have the ability to
work well under pressure and be very flexible. It is important for this
person to be a clear communicator face-to-face, on the phone, through
writing and email. A strong ability to focus and prioritize in a fast-paced
environment is essential.
Requirements: Customer Service and Database experience (Raiser’s Edge
preferred), Microsoft Word and Excel, min. 2 years office experience,
Bachelors degree (a plus). Spanish, Mandarin, or Korean language proficiency
a plus.
To apply, please MAIL: cover letter, resume and salary history to
Armory Center for the Arts
Attn: Studio Department
145 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena, CA 91103
Please No phone calls or emails. Applications/information only accepted
through hardcopy.
Armory Center for the Arts in Pasadena, California, is a community art
center. We provide innovative approaches to creating, exploring and
presenting the visual arts to youths of all ages and adults. In addition to
providing contemporary art exhibitions and performances, the Armory offers
studio art classes and educational outreach programs to more than fifty
schools and community sites.
Find out more about us at www.armoryarts.org
The Armory is currently seeking a ...
Studio Customer Service Coordinator & Assistant
(30 hr/week position)
Seeking a friendly, outgoing, customer-service oriented person to manage
student registration and customer service for all studio art classes offered
to children, teens and adults. This detail-oriented individual will work in
our front office answering questions for parents and students regarding
Armory art classes. Major duties and responsibilities include maintaining
database records in Raiser’s Edge, registering students in classes,
processing fees, maintaining rosters, and keeping detailed records in
established systems. Other responsibilities include coordinating tuition
assistance program, answering and directing phone calls, greeting visitors,
providing administrative support, and responding to inquiries from the
public.
Experience in customer service is essential along with a patient, efficient
and friendly working manner. The ideal candidate will have the ability to
work well under pressure and be very flexible. It is important for this
person to be a clear communicator face-to-face, on the phone, through
writing and email. A strong ability to focus and prioritize in a fast-paced
environment is essential.
Requirements: Customer Service and Database experience (Raiser’s Edge
preferred), Microsoft Word and Excel, min. 2 years office experience,
Bachelors degree (a plus). Spanish, Mandarin, or Korean language proficiency
a plus.
To apply, please MAIL: cover letter, resume and salary history to
Armory Center for the Arts
Attn: Studio Department
145 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena, CA 91103
Please No phone calls or emails. Applications/information only accepted
through hardcopy.
Artists' Studio Space: Open Studio Beginning September
The Downtown Art Center Gallery at
828 S Main Street in Downtown Los Angeles (90014)
will be opening its Studio Membership in September 2009.
For $230 per month, artists interested in joining will enjoy the following benefits at our 5000 square foot art center:
• Open Wednesdays & Thursdays, 6pm – 11pm; Saturdays & Sundays 10am – 10pm
• Storage space for materials
• Access to Art Instructors
• Networking opportunities: meet other artists, visit other galleries - we are located right on Gallery Row
• Enjoy a cleaner, safer environment for a cheaper price than renting a studio
We will be interviewing interested candidates in August. There is limited space – first come, first served. For more information or to schedule an interview, please contact Jennifer at info@dacgallery.com or 213-627-7374.
http://www.dacgallery.com/index_files/Page668.htm
828 S Main Street in Downtown Los Angeles (90014)
will be opening its Studio Membership in September 2009.
For $230 per month, artists interested in joining will enjoy the following benefits at our 5000 square foot art center:
• Open Wednesdays & Thursdays, 6pm – 11pm; Saturdays & Sundays 10am – 10pm
• Storage space for materials
• Access to Art Instructors
• Networking opportunities: meet other artists, visit other galleries - we are located right on Gallery Row
• Enjoy a cleaner, safer environment for a cheaper price than renting a studio
We will be interviewing interested candidates in August. There is limited space – first come, first served. For more information or to schedule an interview, please contact Jennifer at info@dacgallery.com or 213-627-7374.
http://www.dacgallery.com/index_files/Page668.htm
2009 California Documentary Project: Grants for film, radio and new media
The California Council for the Humanities
Guidelines for the 2009 California Documentary Project (CDP) grant are
now available at www.calhum.org . CDP is a
competitive grants program of the California Council for the Humanities
in partnership with the Skirball Foundation. CDP supports
humanities-based film, radio and new media projects that document the
California experience and explore issues of significance to
Californians. Projects must enhance our understanding of California and
its cultures, peoples and histories, and be suitable for California and
national audiences.
Grants are offered in the following categories:
Production grants
Film and radio up to $50,000
New media up to $20,000
Research & Development grants
Film and radio up to $7,000
Please see the Council’s website (www.calhum.org
) for grant guidelines and a list of previously
supported projects. For more info contact John Lightfoot, CDP Programs
Manager, at cdp@calhum.org .
DEADLINE: October 1, 2009
Guidelines for the 2009 California Documentary Project (CDP) grant are
now available at www.calhum.org
competitive grants program of the California Council for the Humanities
in partnership with the Skirball Foundation. CDP supports
humanities-based film, radio and new media projects that document the
California experience and explore issues of significance to
Californians. Projects must enhance our understanding of California and
its cultures, peoples and histories, and be suitable for California and
national audiences.
Grants are offered in the following categories:
Production grants
Film and radio up to $50,000
New media up to $20,000
Research & Development grants
Film and radio up to $7,000
Please see the Council’s website (www.calhum.org
supported projects. For more info contact John Lightfoot, CDP Programs
Manager, at cdp@calhum.org
DEADLINE: October 1, 2009
(RFQ) Los Angeles County - San Pedro Service Center
Call to Artists - LA County Arts Commission - Civic Art Program
CALL TO ARTISTS
San Pedro Service Center
OVERVIEW
The Los Angeles County Arts Commission's Civic Art Program is seeking an artist or artist team to design and execute an exterior mural for the San Pedro Service Center in downtown San Pedro (769 West Third Street). This is a great opportunity to potentially involve youth in the design and/or implementation of the artwork. The deadline for the application is July 31, 2009.
BUDGET
An all-inclusive budget of $13,500 includes artist fees, liability insurance, fabrication and installation.
ELIGIBILITY
This opportunity is only open to artists who live or work in San Pedro, and who have a strong affinity with the San Pedro community.
To see the full RFQ, go to
http://www.lacountyarts.org/civicart_opportunities.htm
and look under 'Active Calls'.
QUESTIONS?
Contact Alice Schock, Civic Art Associate, at 213-202-5920 or aschock@arts.lacounty.gov
CALL TO ARTISTS
San Pedro Service Center
OVERVIEW
The Los Angeles County Arts Commission's Civic Art Program is seeking an artist or artist team to design and execute an exterior mural for the San Pedro Service Center in downtown San Pedro (769 West Third Street). This is a great opportunity to potentially involve youth in the design and/or implementation of the artwork. The deadline for the application is July 31, 2009.
BUDGET
An all-inclusive budget of $13,500 includes artist fees, liability insurance, fabrication and installation.
ELIGIBILITY
This opportunity is only open to artists who live or work in San Pedro, and who have a strong affinity with the San Pedro community.
To see the full RFQ, go to
http://www.lacountyarts.org/civicart_opportunities.htm
and look under 'Active Calls'.
QUESTIONS?
Contact Alice Schock, Civic Art Associate, at 213-202-5920 or aschock@arts.lacounty.gov
Jun 17, 2009
CWP's Teaching Artist Training and Internship Program
We are excited to release the applications for CWP's Teaching Artist Training and Internship Program for the 2009-2010 school year.
Please forward this information to any interested parties!
Announcing Community~Word Project's Teaching Artist Training and Internship Program (TATIP) for the 2009-20010 School Year
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Would you like to have the opportunity to:
~ gain the skills to be paid to teach your art form to students in public school settings?
~ learn how to transform your creative practice into teaching tools to integrate the arts into the public school curriculum?
~ experience first-hand how the arts can be integrated into public school classrooms through our internship program?
~ join a community of artists that are interested in using their creative skills to reach out to underserved youth in NYC public schools?
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
We are pleased to announce the 10th year of TATIP, which offers practicing artists and MFA students the opportunity to transform their creative process into teaching tools to integrate the arts into the public school curriculum. Through this program, participants gain skills that enable them to reach out to underserved youth while gaining experience in NYC classrooms.
This training gives participants the opportunity to identify and explore their own creative and thinking processes and then to transform these processes into effective teaching tools. These tools become the foundation from which one can build and implement a meaningful curriculum. Throughout the training, participants will gain real-life classroom experience through our internship program as they assist experienced Community~Word Project teaching artists.
*PLEASE NOTE: There is a $75.00 tuition contribution fee payable upon acceptance to the program. Scholarships will be available; details and procedure for requesting scholarships will be forthcoming with notice of acceptance.
Application Deadline: Monday September 21, 2009 10:00am
The application is due September 21, 2009 and can be downloaded directly from our website.
Early applications are encouraged. Applications must be received in full by the deadline in order to be considered. Late or incomplete materials will not be accepted.
There are three levels of training offered; one for beginning and new teaching artists, one for advanced teaching artists that have at least two years experience working with underserved youth in the public school environment, and also an undergraduate level for individuals currently enrolled in an undergrad program. Applicants will be notified of acceptance before September 25. Please view the "Frequently Asked Questions About TATIP" document on our website for more information, or contact us with any questions about the applications or TATIP.
Program Breakdown
New and Beginning Level
~ The Teaching Artist Training and Internship Program (Beginning and New Level) begins in October 2009 and goes through June 2010. It begins with a mandatory five-day institute (five Saturdays; October 10, October 24, November 7, December 5 and December 12 - ALL DAYS 10am-4pm) that will focus on transforming your creative process into educational tools, developing innovative teaching methods, discovering how to integrate arts learning into public school curricula, exploring classroom management skills and developing arts-based exercises for elementary, middle and high school public school students. The institute is based on Community~Word's creative process exploration methods, teaching methods and philosophies.
~ The institute is followed by five mandatory monthly two-hour evening seminars (January-June, dates TBA) that focus on reflecting on your experiences and development as a teaching artist, and further preparing for the classroom.
~ Throughout the Training and Internship Program you will gain hands-on teaching experience by joining Community~Word teaching artists in classroom residencies. From November to May, trainees commit to observing and assisting in a CWP residency classroom for one weekly session (45 -60 minutes long) for a minimum of eighteen weeks. Most of our residencies take place during school hours (M-F, 8am-2pm) in NYC public schools in Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens and Manhattan. Please know that internship assignments will not be determined until the middle of October 2009 when we are able to coordinate with our partnering schools and programs.
~ The training is open to creative writers, visual artists, media artists, theater artists, dancers and musicians who are enrolled in an MFA program AND/OR are practicing professional artists.
Advanced Level
We also offer an Advanced program for experienced teaching artists. To be considered for the Advanced Training you must have at least two years experience as a Teaching Artist (teaching your art form) with underserved youth.
~ The Advanced Teaching Artist Training and Internship Program takes place between October 2009 and May 2010. It begins with a mandatory three-day institute (three Saturdays; October 10, October 24, November 14 - ALL DAYS 10am-4pm). The institute is a condensed version of the five seminars of the New and Beginning Level program and is based on Community~Word's creative process exploration methods, teaching methods and philosophies.
~ From November to May, trainees commit to observing in a CWP residency classroom for one weekly session (45 -60 minutes long) for a minimum of three weeks. Most of our residencies take place during school hours (M-F, 8am-2pm) in NYC public schools in Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens andManhattan. Please know that internship assignments will not be determined until the middle of October 2009 when we are able to coordinate with our partnering schools and programs.
~ The training is open to creative writers, visual artists, media artists, theater artists, dancers and musicians who are enrolled in an MFA program AND/OR are practicing professional artists.
Undergraduate Level
To be considered for this level, you must currently be enrolled in an undergraduate program. The $75 tuition contribution fee is waived for all individuals accepted to the undergraduate program.
~ The Teaching Artist Training and Internship Program (Undergraduate Level) begins in October 2009 and goes through June 2010. It begins with a mandatory five-day institute (five Saturdays; October 10, October 24, November 7, December 5 and December 12 - ALL DAYS 10am-4pm) that will focus on transforming your creative process into educational tools, developing innovative teaching methods, discovering how to integrate arts learning into public school curricula, exploring classroom management skills and developing arts-based exercises for elementary, middle and high school public school students. The institute is based on Community~Word's creative process exploration methods, teaching methods and philosophies.
~ The institute is followed by five mandatory monthly two-hour evening seminars (January-June, dates TBA) that focus on reflecting on your experiences and development as a teaching artist, and further preparing for the classroom. Undergraduate trainees must attend a minimum of two out of the five meetings.
~ Throughout the Training and Internship Program you will gain hands-on teaching experience by joining Community~Word teaching artists in classroom residencies. From November to May, trainees commit to observing and assisting in a CWP residency classroom for one weekly session (45 -60 minutes long) for a minimum of twelve weeks. Most of our residencies take place during school hours (M-F, 8am-2pm) in NYC public schools in Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens and Manhattan. Please know that internship assignments will not be determined until the middle of October 2009 when we are able to coordinate with our partnering schools and programs.
~ The training is open to undergraduate students that are actively practicing as creative writers, visual artists, media artists, theater artists, dancers and musicians.
Please visit our website for more information or to download the applications
For more information please contact Keith Kaminski, Program Director at
(212) 962 3820 ext. 2 or by email at kkaminski@communitywordproject.org
Please forward this information to any interested parties!
Announcing Community~Word Project's Teaching Artist Training and Internship Program (TATIP) for the 2009-20010 School Year
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Would you like to have the opportunity to:
~ gain the skills to be paid to teach your art form to students in public school settings?
~ learn how to transform your creative practice into teaching tools to integrate the arts into the public school curriculum?
~ experience first-hand how the arts can be integrated into public school classrooms through our internship program?
~ join a community of artists that are interested in using their creative skills to reach out to underserved youth in NYC public schools?
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
We are pleased to announce the 10th year of TATIP, which offers practicing artists and MFA students the opportunity to transform their creative process into teaching tools to integrate the arts into the public school curriculum. Through this program, participants gain skills that enable them to reach out to underserved youth while gaining experience in NYC classrooms.
This training gives participants the opportunity to identify and explore their own creative and thinking processes and then to transform these processes into effective teaching tools. These tools become the foundation from which one can build and implement a meaningful curriculum. Throughout the training, participants will gain real-life classroom experience through our internship program as they assist experienced Community~Word Project teaching artists.
*PLEASE NOTE: There is a $75.00 tuition contribution fee payable upon acceptance to the program. Scholarships will be available; details and procedure for requesting scholarships will be forthcoming with notice of acceptance.
Application Deadline: Monday September 21, 2009 10:00am
The application is due September 21, 2009 and can be downloaded directly from our website.
Early applications are encouraged. Applications must be received in full by the deadline in order to be considered. Late or incomplete materials will not be accepted.
There are three levels of training offered; one for beginning and new teaching artists, one for advanced teaching artists that have at least two years experience working with underserved youth in the public school environment, and also an undergraduate level for individuals currently enrolled in an undergrad program. Applicants will be notified of acceptance before September 25. Please view the "Frequently Asked Questions About TATIP" document on our website for more information, or contact us with any questions about the applications or TATIP.
Program Breakdown
New and Beginning Level
~ The Teaching Artist Training and Internship Program (Beginning and New Level) begins in October 2009 and goes through June 2010. It begins with a mandatory five-day institute (five Saturdays; October 10, October 24, November 7, December 5 and December 12 - ALL DAYS 10am-4pm) that will focus on transforming your creative process into educational tools, developing innovative teaching methods, discovering how to integrate arts learning into public school curricula, exploring classroom management skills and developing arts-based exercises for elementary, middle and high school public school students. The institute is based on Community~Word's creative process exploration methods, teaching methods and philosophies.
~ The institute is followed by five mandatory monthly two-hour evening seminars (January-June, dates TBA) that focus on reflecting on your experiences and development as a teaching artist, and further preparing for the classroom.
~ Throughout the Training and Internship Program you will gain hands-on teaching experience by joining Community~Word teaching artists in classroom residencies. From November to May, trainees commit to observing and assisting in a CWP residency classroom for one weekly session (45 -60 minutes long) for a minimum of eighteen weeks. Most of our residencies take place during school hours (M-F, 8am-2pm) in NYC public schools in Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens and Manhattan. Please know that internship assignments will not be determined until the middle of October 2009 when we are able to coordinate with our partnering schools and programs.
~ The training is open to creative writers, visual artists, media artists, theater artists, dancers and musicians who are enrolled in an MFA program AND/OR are practicing professional artists.
Advanced Level
We also offer an Advanced program for experienced teaching artists. To be considered for the Advanced Training you must have at least two years experience as a Teaching Artist (teaching your art form) with underserved youth.
~ The Advanced Teaching Artist Training and Internship Program takes place between October 2009 and May 2010. It begins with a mandatory three-day institute (three Saturdays; October 10, October 24, November 14 - ALL DAYS 10am-4pm). The institute is a condensed version of the five seminars of the New and Beginning Level program and is based on Community~Word's creative process exploration methods, teaching methods and philosophies.
~ From November to May, trainees commit to observing in a CWP residency classroom for one weekly session (45 -60 minutes long) for a minimum of three weeks. Most of our residencies take place during school hours (M-F, 8am-2pm) in NYC public schools in Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens andManhattan. Please know that internship assignments will not be determined until the middle of October 2009 when we are able to coordinate with our partnering schools and programs.
~ The training is open to creative writers, visual artists, media artists, theater artists, dancers and musicians who are enrolled in an MFA program AND/OR are practicing professional artists.
Undergraduate Level
To be considered for this level, you must currently be enrolled in an undergraduate program. The $75 tuition contribution fee is waived for all individuals accepted to the undergraduate program.
~ The Teaching Artist Training and Internship Program (Undergraduate Level) begins in October 2009 and goes through June 2010. It begins with a mandatory five-day institute (five Saturdays; October 10, October 24, November 7, December 5 and December 12 - ALL DAYS 10am-4pm) that will focus on transforming your creative process into educational tools, developing innovative teaching methods, discovering how to integrate arts learning into public school curricula, exploring classroom management skills and developing arts-based exercises for elementary, middle and high school public school students. The institute is based on Community~Word's creative process exploration methods, teaching methods and philosophies.
~ The institute is followed by five mandatory monthly two-hour evening seminars (January-June, dates TBA) that focus on reflecting on your experiences and development as a teaching artist, and further preparing for the classroom. Undergraduate trainees must attend a minimum of two out of the five meetings.
~ Throughout the Training and Internship Program you will gain hands-on teaching experience by joining Community~Word teaching artists in classroom residencies. From November to May, trainees commit to observing and assisting in a CWP residency classroom for one weekly session (45 -60 minutes long) for a minimum of twelve weeks. Most of our residencies take place during school hours (M-F, 8am-2pm) in NYC public schools in Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens and Manhattan. Please know that internship assignments will not be determined until the middle of October 2009 when we are able to coordinate with our partnering schools and programs.
~ The training is open to undergraduate students that are actively practicing as creative writers, visual artists, media artists, theater artists, dancers and musicians.
Please visit our website for more information or to download the applications
For more information please contact Keith Kaminski, Program Director at
(212) 962 3820 ext. 2 or by email at kkaminski@communitywordproject.org
Jun 3, 2009
Position: Director of Education
rom: "Wilson-Beach, Elisha"
Date: June 1, 2009 10:51:57 AM PDT
To: "'arts_ed_roundtable@yahoogroups.com'"
Subject: [arts_ed_roundtable] Job Opening - Venice Arts - Director of Education
Hello!
Please see the following description for job opening here at Venice
Arts, the full description is attached as a pdf document below.
Thank you!
***
Position: Director of Education
Venice Arts seeks a Director of Education to provide management
oversight for its photography, filmmaking, and multimedia programs
for youth. Working under the Executive Director, this position has
primary responsibilities in the following areas:
1. Youth Education, including oversight of curricular development
2. Web-based Learning, including integrating of Venice Arts' custom
art learning site into curricula
3. Adult Education Programs, including ancillary workshops for low-
income parents of participants, and for-fee programs for general
community
programs both for low-income and for-fee
4. ArtPartners Program, includes all partnerships, community-based
and school-based
5. Teaching one workshop per cycle
6. Supervision of Lead Photographer and Filmmaker
The ideal candidate is an individual with a background in documentary
work, photojournalism, and/or youth media. Must have at least two
years leadership experience in an educational setting, management
position preferred and experience with direct staff supervision
required. Must demonstrate a high level of proficiency with a range
of arts software. Must understand curricular development; familiarity
with Art Proficiency Standards a plus. Fluency with multi-media
content development and delivery, and with web platforms based on Web
2.0, a plus. Must be committed to the education and development of
youth; an understanding of the needs of "at-risk" and low-
income youth is a plus, as is experience in a mentoring program.
***
Rosalyn V. Escobar
Office & Program Coordinator
Venice Arts
610 California Ave.
Venice, CA 90291
http://venice-arts.org/
t (310) 578-1745
f (310) 578-1525
Date: June 1, 2009 10:51:57 AM PDT
To: "'arts_ed_roundtable@yahoogroups.com'"
Subject: [arts_ed_roundtable] Job Opening - Venice Arts - Director of Education
Hello!
Please see the following description for job opening here at Venice
Arts, the full description is attached as a pdf document below.
Thank you!
***
Position: Director of Education
Venice Arts seeks a Director of Education to provide management
oversight for its photography, filmmaking, and multimedia programs
for youth. Working under the Executive Director, this position has
primary responsibilities in the following areas:
1. Youth Education, including oversight of curricular development
2. Web-based Learning, including integrating of Venice Arts' custom
art learning site into curricula
3. Adult Education Programs, including ancillary workshops for low-
income parents of participants, and for-fee programs for general
community
programs both for low-income and for-fee
4. ArtPartners Program, includes all partnerships, community-based
and school-based
5. Teaching one workshop per cycle
6. Supervision of Lead Photographer and Filmmaker
The ideal candidate is an individual with a background in documentary
work, photojournalism, and/or youth media. Must have at least two
years leadership experience in an educational setting, management
position preferred and experience with direct staff supervision
required. Must demonstrate a high level of proficiency with a range
of arts software. Must understand curricular development; familiarity
with Art Proficiency Standards a plus. Fluency with multi-media
content development and delivery, and with web platforms based on Web
2.0, a plus. Must be committed to the education and development of
youth; an understanding of the needs of "at-risk" and low-
income youth is a plus, as is experience in a mentoring program.
***
Rosalyn V. Escobar
Office & Program Coordinator
Venice Arts
610 California Ave.
Venice, CA 90291
http://venice-arts.org/
t (310) 578-1745
f (310) 578-1525
May 20, 2009
Job Opp: Administrative Coordinator
Administrative Coordinator
We have an opening for an Administrative Coordinator to provide comprehensive clerical and administrative support for the executive director and staff and to coordinate office functions. The individual will be one of four full-time staff and will report to the executive director. Ryman Arts has a positive, collegial work environment.
Ryman Arts has been teaching and mentoring talented teens from throughout Southern California since 1990. The sequential curriculum provides college-level foundation courses in drawing and painting in a rigorous and supportive environment for 300+ students per year. In addition to the studio courses, the program includes ongoing college and career guidance. All participants receive a full scholarship which covers the cost of instruction, art materials, guest artists, field trips, and public transportation. Ryman Arts also owns a collection of art by Californiaartist and designer Herbert D. Ryman (1910-1989). For more information, please see www.rymanarts.org.
Our office is located in downtown Los Angeles. Full-time; hourly pay rate is commensurate with experience, and includes excellent benefits, including employer-paid health insurance, paid vacation and sick time, and employer contributions to 403b retirement plan.
Principal Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive administrative support for executive director, and assist staff with clerical projects.
Coordinate administrative functions including mail, correspondence, electronic and paper files, schedules, equipment.
Provide logistical support for special events, meetings, and Board activities.
Do word processing for a variety of projects; compose and edit routine correspondence, and compile reports.
Do data entry and maintain donor management and other databases.
Do donor acknowledgements; assist with preparation of fund development materials and reports.
Serve as receptionist, answer telephones and respond to inquiries from students and the public.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree preferred, AA degree required.
Three to five years administrative support experience required.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and databases such as FileMakerPro and donor management software.
Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, flexible and ability to track multiple projects.
Strong written and verbal communication and customer service skills.
Bilingual a plus: English and Spanish or Korean.
Able to work occasional evening and weekend events.
To Apply:
Please mail letter of interest and resume to:
Administrative Coordinator Search
Ryman Arts
315 W. Ninth St. #806
Los Angeles, CA 90015-4202
No phone calls, please. Selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Position is available now.
We have an opening for an Administrative Coordinator to provide comprehensive clerical and administrative support for the executive director and staff and to coordinate office functions. The individual will be one of four full-time staff and will report to the executive director. Ryman Arts has a positive, collegial work environment.
Ryman Arts has been teaching and mentoring talented teens from throughout Southern California since 1990. The sequential curriculum provides college-level foundation courses in drawing and painting in a rigorous and supportive environment for 300+ students per year. In addition to the studio courses, the program includes ongoing college and career guidance. All participants receive a full scholarship which covers the cost of instruction, art materials, guest artists, field trips, and public transportation. Ryman Arts also owns a collection of art by Californiaartist and designer Herbert D. Ryman (1910-1989). For more information, please see www.rymanarts.org.
Our office is located in downtown Los Angeles. Full-time; hourly pay rate is commensurate with experience, and includes excellent benefits, including employer-paid health insurance, paid vacation and sick time, and employer contributions to 403b retirement plan.
Principal Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive administrative support for executive director, and assist staff with clerical projects.
Coordinate administrative functions including mail, correspondence, electronic and paper files, schedules, equipment.
Provide logistical support for special events, meetings, and Board activities.
Do word processing for a variety of projects; compose and edit routine correspondence, and compile reports.
Do data entry and maintain donor management and other databases.
Do donor acknowledgements; assist with preparation of fund development materials and reports.
Serve as receptionist, answer telephones and respond to inquiries from students and the public.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree preferred, AA degree required.
Three to five years administrative support experience required.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and databases such as FileMakerPro and donor management software.
Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, flexible and ability to track multiple projects.
Strong written and verbal communication and customer service skills.
Bilingual a plus: English and Spanish or Korean.
Able to work occasional evening and weekend events.
To Apply:
Please mail letter of interest and resume to:
Administrative Coordinator Search
Ryman Arts
315 W. Ninth St. #806
Los Angeles, CA 90015-4202
No phone calls, please. Selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Position is available now.
Apr 20, 2009
Job Post: Executive/Sr. Director, Ready to Learn
FROM: Alicia Schoshinski
RE: Vacancy Announcement/Internal Posting Closes: February 13, 2009
Executive/Sr. Director, Ready to Learn
Educational Programming & Services/Ready to Learn
General Description
To provide the leadership and strategic direction for the Ready to Learn (RTL) initiative which is
focused on increasing reading achievement for children aged 2 – 8 who are from economically
disadvanged families through 1) the production of breakthrough literacy content for television
and internet platforms at home and in schools and 2) focused outreach employing those
platforms and content. Ensures that RTL’s operations and functions are aligned with and
support achievement of CPB’s overall education strategy and meet the requirements of the
programming and outreach awards provided by the U.S. Department of Education.
Specific Duties
1. Establishes annual RTL operating plans with specific goals and objectives that align with
and support the achievement of the EP&S vision, as well as the objectives of the DOE
awards for RTL related to high quality public broadcasting digital learning content and
curricula, and educational outreach campaigns.
2. Leads the creation and implementation of operating processes and policies that define
standards and guidelines for RTL relative to programming development and outreach, as
well as other operational and financial activities. Ensures that RTL projects and grants
are executed according to these processes and policies, and that all relevant components
are performed appropriately and defined outcomes are relevant and measurable.
3. Oversees the planning, execution, and application of research, including social market
research, as well as other studies that informs RTL decision-making on program content
and outreach activities. Establishes measurable outcomes for RTL investments, monitors
the performance of RTL in achieving these outcomes, and applies this information to
future decisions.
4. Directs tracking and reporting activities to reflect RTL’s progress and outcomes relative
to objectives and projects, information such as financial indicators, adherence to
timelines and budget, stakeholder feedback, and other relevant data. Monitors and
analyzes information/data to ascertain trends, and recommends and implements changes
in direction, new approaches, and/or procedures to improve operational efficiency and
effectiveness, as appropriate, as well as to ensure achievement of established objectives.
5. Ensures that proper tools are in place to communicate and disseminate critical RTL
information to stakeholders and partners (internal and external to CPB), ensuring that
communications are ongoing and focused to ensure the effective development of support
and buy-in for RTL initiatives, as well as the swift resolution of problems and issues that
could hinder achievement of objectives or otherwise obstruct the successful operations of
RTL.
6. Works with other senior management to communicate RTL’s strategic direction
throughout CPB, particularly with the Executive Office and, as necessary, with the CPB
Board or Education Committee of the Board, providing data, materials, and any other
relvant information to educate, secure support, and establish a shared understanding
related to RTL.
7. Creates effective partnerships and builds and fosters alliances with other organizations in
support of RTL objectives. Reinforces integration of activities and identifies
opportunities for economies of scale and alignment of actions to present a united team in
securing progress and positive outcomes through RTL’s efforts.
8. Conducts required/effective staff management responsibilities and ensures that all
activities are performed in compliance with budget, procurement, and other CPB policies,
standards, and procedures.
Other Duties
1. Participates with other EP&S senior management to set the overall strategic direction of
the department to include establishing policy, goals, and objectives necessary to ensure
that the department achieves CPB’s mission related to educational programming &
services.
2. Keeps abreast of activities in the marketplace related to RTL, particularly those activities
that may present opportunities for RTL to enhance its efforts in development and
outreach initiatives.
3. Represents RTL at internal meetings, with stations and other stakeholders, at coalitions,
and at public broadcasting-related events as required.
Required Qualifications
1. Masters Degree or in Education or a related field, or equivalent experience.
2. Ten years of work experience reflecting progressively responsible teaching and/or
administrative roles in education.
3. Knowledge of and experience with grants-making processes and requirements.
4. Understanding of and familiarity with child development and childhood literacy.
5. Prior management experience, with demonstrated experience developing and
implementing strategies and processes for achieving business objectives.
6. Demonstrated experience planning, organizing and managing multiple priorities,
projects, and activities as well as critical deadlines, while being flexible to addressing and
responding to changing needs.
7. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and lead others, resolve conflicts, and
ensure the achievement of results.
8. Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as advanced capabilities relative
to collaboration, negotiation, persuasion, and making effective presentations.
9. A high level of confidence, integrity, can-do attitude and a hands on approach to
problem-solving as well as an executive presence for interacting with and influencing key
leadership and stakeholders. Excellent interpersonal skills for building and fostering key
relationships internal and external to CPB.
10. Critical thinking, sound judgment and problem analysis/resolution capabilities at both the
strategic and operational levels.
11. Project management expertise, particularly an understanding of project planning,
budgets, and financial/performance tracking.
12. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related software.
Desired Qualifications
1. A doctorate degree
2. Experience with instructional/innovative learning media
3. Familiarity with the public broadcasting system and CPB.
Other Important Information
• This position operates under minimal supervision and minimal instruction – with the
incumbent setting his/her own standards, plans and procedures for accomplishing
individual objectives. Also, handles and/or provides guidance to others for handling
problems and questions.
• The work environment is one with significant volume and multiple demands.
• Direct budget accountability: $51M for RTL programming and $20M for RTL outreach
• Travel requirement: 25-30%
Reports to: VP, Educational Programming & Services
Supervisory Responsibility (by title and total number of each):
Direct (includes hiring and firing authority):
Director, RTL Community Engagement
Director of Research and Evaluation
RTL Project Director
Administrative Assistant
Indirect: Coordinator, Local Impact
Interactions
Internal: Interacts with staff throughout CPB, particularly with the Office of Business
Affairs (OBA), the Executive Office, and CPB’s Communications and Government
Relations staff.
External: Interacts with various external RTL partners and stakeholders, including the
U.S. Department of Education (DOE), PBS, PBS stations, fellow grantees, and teams of
researchers, social marketers and producers to ensure that RTL objectives are achieved.
Hiring Range: $91,500 to $125,800 Level: 9 Exempt: Yes
NOTE: In filling a position vacancy, CPB will make no commitment for a minimum
period of ten working days from the date the position is posted in order to
permit active consideration of CPB employees, female and minority candidates
in particular. This position will be posted from February 2, 2009 to February
13, 2009. If recruitment is ongoing after this date, resumes will continue to be
accepted until a selection is made.
Send resumes to:
jobs@cpb.org
Corporation for Public Broadcasting
401 Ninth Street, NW
Washington, DC 20004
Attn: Human Resources Office
RE: Vacancy Announcement/Internal Posting Closes: February 13, 2009
Executive/Sr. Director, Ready to Learn
Educational Programming & Services/Ready to Learn
General Description
To provide the leadership and strategic direction for the Ready to Learn (RTL) initiative which is
focused on increasing reading achievement for children aged 2 – 8 who are from economically
disadvanged families through 1) the production of breakthrough literacy content for television
and internet platforms at home and in schools and 2) focused outreach employing those
platforms and content. Ensures that RTL’s operations and functions are aligned with and
support achievement of CPB’s overall education strategy and meet the requirements of the
programming and outreach awards provided by the U.S. Department of Education.
Specific Duties
1. Establishes annual RTL operating plans with specific goals and objectives that align with
and support the achievement of the EP&S vision, as well as the objectives of the DOE
awards for RTL related to high quality public broadcasting digital learning content and
curricula, and educational outreach campaigns.
2. Leads the creation and implementation of operating processes and policies that define
standards and guidelines for RTL relative to programming development and outreach, as
well as other operational and financial activities. Ensures that RTL projects and grants
are executed according to these processes and policies, and that all relevant components
are performed appropriately and defined outcomes are relevant and measurable.
3. Oversees the planning, execution, and application of research, including social market
research, as well as other studies that informs RTL decision-making on program content
and outreach activities. Establishes measurable outcomes for RTL investments, monitors
the performance of RTL in achieving these outcomes, and applies this information to
future decisions.
4. Directs tracking and reporting activities to reflect RTL’s progress and outcomes relative
to objectives and projects, information such as financial indicators, adherence to
timelines and budget, stakeholder feedback, and other relevant data. Monitors and
analyzes information/data to ascertain trends, and recommends and implements changes
in direction, new approaches, and/or procedures to improve operational efficiency and
effectiveness, as appropriate, as well as to ensure achievement of established objectives.
5. Ensures that proper tools are in place to communicate and disseminate critical RTL
information to stakeholders and partners (internal and external to CPB), ensuring that
communications are ongoing and focused to ensure the effective development of support
and buy-in for RTL initiatives, as well as the swift resolution of problems and issues that
could hinder achievement of objectives or otherwise obstruct the successful operations of
RTL.
6. Works with other senior management to communicate RTL’s strategic direction
throughout CPB, particularly with the Executive Office and, as necessary, with the CPB
Board or Education Committee of the Board, providing data, materials, and any other
relvant information to educate, secure support, and establish a shared understanding
related to RTL.
7. Creates effective partnerships and builds and fosters alliances with other organizations in
support of RTL objectives. Reinforces integration of activities and identifies
opportunities for economies of scale and alignment of actions to present a united team in
securing progress and positive outcomes through RTL’s efforts.
8. Conducts required/effective staff management responsibilities and ensures that all
activities are performed in compliance with budget, procurement, and other CPB policies,
standards, and procedures.
Other Duties
1. Participates with other EP&S senior management to set the overall strategic direction of
the department to include establishing policy, goals, and objectives necessary to ensure
that the department achieves CPB’s mission related to educational programming &
services.
2. Keeps abreast of activities in the marketplace related to RTL, particularly those activities
that may present opportunities for RTL to enhance its efforts in development and
outreach initiatives.
3. Represents RTL at internal meetings, with stations and other stakeholders, at coalitions,
and at public broadcasting-related events as required.
Required Qualifications
1. Masters Degree or in Education or a related field, or equivalent experience.
2. Ten years of work experience reflecting progressively responsible teaching and/or
administrative roles in education.
3. Knowledge of and experience with grants-making processes and requirements.
4. Understanding of and familiarity with child development and childhood literacy.
5. Prior management experience, with demonstrated experience developing and
implementing strategies and processes for achieving business objectives.
6. Demonstrated experience planning, organizing and managing multiple priorities,
projects, and activities as well as critical deadlines, while being flexible to addressing and
responding to changing needs.
7. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and lead others, resolve conflicts, and
ensure the achievement of results.
8. Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as advanced capabilities relative
to collaboration, negotiation, persuasion, and making effective presentations.
9. A high level of confidence, integrity, can-do attitude and a hands on approach to
problem-solving as well as an executive presence for interacting with and influencing key
leadership and stakeholders. Excellent interpersonal skills for building and fostering key
relationships internal and external to CPB.
10. Critical thinking, sound judgment and problem analysis/resolution capabilities at both the
strategic and operational levels.
11. Project management expertise, particularly an understanding of project planning,
budgets, and financial/performance tracking.
12. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related software.
Desired Qualifications
1. A doctorate degree
2. Experience with instructional/innovative learning media
3. Familiarity with the public broadcasting system and CPB.
Other Important Information
• This position operates under minimal supervision and minimal instruction – with the
incumbent setting his/her own standards, plans and procedures for accomplishing
individual objectives. Also, handles and/or provides guidance to others for handling
problems and questions.
• The work environment is one with significant volume and multiple demands.
• Direct budget accountability: $51M for RTL programming and $20M for RTL outreach
• Travel requirement: 25-30%
Reports to: VP, Educational Programming & Services
Supervisory Responsibility (by title and total number of each):
Direct (includes hiring and firing authority):
Director, RTL Community Engagement
Director of Research and Evaluation
RTL Project Director
Administrative Assistant
Indirect: Coordinator, Local Impact
Interactions
Internal: Interacts with staff throughout CPB, particularly with the Office of Business
Affairs (OBA), the Executive Office, and CPB’s Communications and Government
Relations staff.
External: Interacts with various external RTL partners and stakeholders, including the
U.S. Department of Education (DOE), PBS, PBS stations, fellow grantees, and teams of
researchers, social marketers and producers to ensure that RTL objectives are achieved.
Hiring Range: $91,500 to $125,800 Level: 9 Exempt: Yes
NOTE: In filling a position vacancy, CPB will make no commitment for a minimum
period of ten working days from the date the position is posted in order to
permit active consideration of CPB employees, female and minority candidates
in particular. This position will be posted from February 2, 2009 to February
13, 2009. If recruitment is ongoing after this date, resumes will continue to be
accepted until a selection is made.
Send resumes to:
jobs@cpb.org
Corporation for Public Broadcasting
401 Ninth Street, NW
Washington, DC 20004
Attn: Human Resources Office
Apr 14, 2009
seeking entry-level artist
The Cimarron Group is currently seeking an entry-level artist to join its industry leading Motion Graphics department. Location is Hollywood, CA. Requirements of an ideal applicant are as follows:
· Bachelors Degree in Graphic Design, Animation, or Related Major
· 1-2 years experience in Professional Level Graphic Production
(preferred, not required)
· Excellent Skills in Typography & Design
· Adept in Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, and Illustrator
· Knowledge of 3D Modeling & Animation specifically in Maya is a definite plus!
A Portfolio & Reel are necessary to be considered. This is a full-time, on-site position.
Job Duties of this position include:
· 2D Design & Animation for Main Tiles, Trailers, Commercials and other film/broadcast graphics
· Proficiency in Project Management & the Ability to Effectively Multitask
Please respond via email w/ applicable links to reels to: gfx@cimarrongroup.com
· Bachelors Degree in Graphic Design, Animation, or Related Major
· 1-2 years experience in Professional Level Graphic Production
(preferred, not required)
· Excellent Skills in Typography & Design
· Adept in Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, and Illustrator
· Knowledge of 3D Modeling & Animation specifically in Maya is a definite plus!
A Portfolio & Reel are necessary to be considered. This is a full-time, on-site position.
Job Duties of this position include:
· 2D Design & Animation for Main Tiles, Trailers, Commercials and other film/broadcast graphics
· Proficiency in Project Management & the Ability to Effectively Multitask
Please respond via email w/ applicable links to reels to: gfx@cimarrongroup.com
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT – ARTIST SEARCH
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT – ARTIST SEARCH
POSITION: Visual Arts Instructor
TERM: April 1 – June 30, 2009 (with possible extension)
SCHEDULE: 3hrs., three times a week
PAY: Negotiable within limits of grant (part-time, temporary, no benefits)
PROJECT:
The LACER Afterschool Programs, in collaboration with Children's Hospital L.A., will be providing tutoring and arts programming to youth registered in the GRYD (Gang Reduction and Youth Development) program. The Mayors office's intention is to bring about significant, long-term reductions in gang activity and improve overall community health through collaborative efforts at local, state, and federal levels. Organizations are addressing the full range of individual, family, peer, school, and community factors that contribute to high levels of juvenile delinquency and gang activity.
LOCATION:
Taylor Yard Project/Rio De Los Angeles State Park
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Visual Arts Instructor will work with assigned youth on engaging projects that connect youth to their artistic abilities, the beauty of their community and cultures. Recycling, re-use and "green" projects using mixed-media are preferred. Three days a week, youth (10-14 yrs. old) will meet with the artist and create highly accessible, challenging, engaging projects.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Create an engaging and challenging curriculum.
•Offer a variety of mixed media projects to youth who may have had little or no previous arts exposure.
•Set up/break down of art workshop each day.
•Maintenance of arts materials at site.
•Communication with site coordinator and artistic director and collaborative agencies to address needs of students.
•Inspire and encourage youth to attend workshop each day that it is offered via a collaborative project, a personal connection to the art form and/or home assignments.
•Include `homework' that creates a connect from the project at the park to the students home.
•Organize workshops within schedule and include final projects, culminating event or a `sharing' that can be attended by the community.
•Administer youth evaluations of arts programming.
•Work in collaboration with site coordinator and Artistic Director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
•Excellent classroom management skills.
•Ability and passion to work with youth "at risk".
•Must have experience working with 10-14 (middle school) youth.
•Ability to teach a variety of artistic projects, curriculums in preferred medium.
•Flexibility with changes in attendance, facilities and youth attitudes.
•Fluent in English and Spanish
•Ability to work independently and multi-task
TO BE HIRED, APPLICANTS WILL NEED:
•to be Fingerprinted (organization will provide this),
•current TB test results,
•Valid driver's license,
•Work Samples, example projects and materials budget.
TO APPLY:
Please send a resume and cover letter to:
LACER Afterschool Programs
William Seymour, Artistic Director
WS@LACERstars.org
(No phone calls, please)
ABOUT THE LACER AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS
Founded in 1995, the award-winning LACER Afterschool Programs provide free arts and literacy after school programs to middle school and high school youth each day. Specializing in addressing the gap between the "day school" and home – youth are offered myriad choices; homework tutoring, math, writing, join a rock band, theater, musical theater, stage craft, dance, drill team, soccer, basketball, an much more. www.LACERstars.org
POSITION: Visual Arts Instructor
TERM: April 1 – June 30, 2009 (with possible extension)
SCHEDULE: 3hrs., three times a week
PAY: Negotiable within limits of grant (part-time, temporary, no benefits)
PROJECT:
The LACER Afterschool Programs, in collaboration with Children's Hospital L.A., will be providing tutoring and arts programming to youth registered in the GRYD (Gang Reduction and Youth Development) program. The Mayors office's intention is to bring about significant, long-term reductions in gang activity and improve overall community health through collaborative efforts at local, state, and federal levels. Organizations are addressing the full range of individual, family, peer, school, and community factors that contribute to high levels of juvenile delinquency and gang activity.
LOCATION:
Taylor Yard Project/Rio De Los Angeles State Park
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Visual Arts Instructor will work with assigned youth on engaging projects that connect youth to their artistic abilities, the beauty of their community and cultures. Recycling, re-use and "green" projects using mixed-media are preferred. Three days a week, youth (10-14 yrs. old) will meet with the artist and create highly accessible, challenging, engaging projects.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Create an engaging and challenging curriculum.
•Offer a variety of mixed media projects to youth who may have had little or no previous arts exposure.
•Set up/break down of art workshop each day.
•Maintenance of arts materials at site.
•Communication with site coordinator and artistic director and collaborative agencies to address needs of students.
•Inspire and encourage youth to attend workshop each day that it is offered via a collaborative project, a personal connection to the art form and/or home assignments.
•Include `homework' that creates a connect from the project at the park to the students home.
•Organize workshops within schedule and include final projects, culminating event or a `sharing' that can be attended by the community.
•Administer youth evaluations of arts programming.
•Work in collaboration with site coordinator and Artistic Director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
•Excellent classroom management skills.
•Ability and passion to work with youth "at risk".
•Must have experience working with 10-14 (middle school) youth.
•Ability to teach a variety of artistic projects, curriculums in preferred medium.
•Flexibility with changes in attendance, facilities and youth attitudes.
•Fluent in English and Spanish
•Ability to work independently and multi-task
TO BE HIRED, APPLICANTS WILL NEED:
•to be Fingerprinted (organization will provide this),
•current TB test results,
•Valid driver's license,
•Work Samples, example projects and materials budget.
TO APPLY:
Please send a resume and cover letter to:
LACER Afterschool Programs
William Seymour, Artistic Director
WS@LACERstars.org
(No phone calls, please)
ABOUT THE LACER AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS
Founded in 1995, the award-winning LACER Afterschool Programs provide free arts and literacy after school programs to middle school and high school youth each day. Specializing in addressing the gap between the "day school" and home – youth are offered myriad choices; homework tutoring, math, writing, join a rock band, theater, musical theater, stage craft, dance, drill team, soccer, basketball, an much more. www.LACERstars.org
JOb post
Inside Out Community Arts is looking for just the right PR represent
Posted by: "Jonathan Zeichner" jzeichner@insideoutca.org
Mon Mar 30, 2009 2:44 pm (PDT)
Dear Colleagues, do you have a PR firm or representative you love?
Please refer them to us.
Inside Out Community Arts is a nationally recognized, Los Angeles
based non-profit arts organization that utilizes the Arts to give
youth from all backgrounds the tools, confidence, and inspiration to
make a positive difference in their lives, communities and the world.
In these epoch and challenging times, we are committed to deepening
our work and expanding to address the growing needs of inner-city
youth in Los Angeles and beyond. We are focused on strengthening
existing partnerships and reaching out to engage in new ones with not-
for-profits, corporate entities, funders and constituents.
More than ever, we believe it's important to tell the stories of
people and organizations finding ways and joining forces to face
personal and global adversity and opportunity by relying on creativity
and power of the human spirit.
We have dedicated a modest resource allocation to working with a PR
firm that can help us with thoughtful strategy and effective execution
over the next year and beyond. This will be a partnership in every
sense of the word, and our goal is for all parties to come out ahead.
Needs: Strategic planning, conventional media outreach, social
networking and marketing, website refreshing, and more. We'll talk.
Thanks!
Jonathan
Jonathan Zeichner, Executive Director
Inside Out Community Arts
2210 Lincoln Blvd. ART = LIFE
Venice, CA 90291
310-397-8820 X110
Posted by: "Jonathan Zeichner" jzeichner@insideoutca.org
Mon Mar 30, 2009 2:44 pm (PDT)
Dear Colleagues, do you have a PR firm or representative you love?
Please refer them to us.
Inside Out Community Arts is a nationally recognized, Los Angeles
based non-profit arts organization that utilizes the Arts to give
youth from all backgrounds the tools, confidence, and inspiration to
make a positive difference in their lives, communities and the world.
In these epoch and challenging times, we are committed to deepening
our work and expanding to address the growing needs of inner-city
youth in Los Angeles and beyond. We are focused on strengthening
existing partnerships and reaching out to engage in new ones with not-
for-profits, corporate entities, funders and constituents.
More than ever, we believe it's important to tell the stories of
people and organizations finding ways and joining forces to face
personal and global adversity and opportunity by relying on creativity
and power of the human spirit.
We have dedicated a modest resource allocation to working with a PR
firm that can help us with thoughtful strategy and effective execution
over the next year and beyond. This will be a partnership in every
sense of the word, and our goal is for all parties to come out ahead.
Needs: Strategic planning, conventional media outreach, social
networking and marketing, website refreshing, and more. We'll talk.
Thanks!
Jonathan
Jonathan Zeichner, Executive Director
Inside Out Community Arts
2210 Lincoln Blvd. ART = LIFE
Venice, CA 90291
310-397-8820 X110
HOLLYWOOD SHORTS Spring Screening Series
HOLLYWOOD SHORTS Spring Screening Series - SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Mar
Posted by: "hollywoodshorts" hollywoodshorts@yahoo.com hollywoodshorts
Mon Mar 30, 2009 2:41 pm (PDT)
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HOLLYWOOD SHORTS features award-winning short film,
animation and documentary filmmakers and their creative teams.
These exceptional filmmakers and writers are the among the most
vibrant new voices of today's indie filmmaking community.
Submission Deadline:
MARCH 31, 2009
Download an entry form here!
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Request a form via email:
submissions@hollywoodshorts.com
Posted by: "hollywoodshorts" hollywoodshorts@yahoo.com hollywoodshorts
Mon Mar 30, 2009 2:41 pm (PDT)
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HOLLYWOOD SHORTS features award-winning short film,
animation and documentary filmmakers and their creative teams.
These exceptional filmmakers and writers are the among the most
vibrant new voices of today's indie filmmaking community.
Submission Deadline:
MARCH 31, 2009
Download an entry form here!
[Adobe PDF icon]
Click
Request a form via email:
submissions@hollywoodshorts.com
Residency
ummer Night Lights Artists Residencies Available
Posted by: "Brandy Maya Healy" dcagrants@yahoo.com dcagrants
Mon Mar 30, 2009 2:40 pm (PDT)
Dear Colleagues,
Good News!
Summer Night Lights, a highly successful program managed by the Mayor's Office of Gang Reduction and Youth Development (GRYD) will be expanded this summer with positions available for up to 30 teachers.
In 2008, providing cool, creative and positive activities for specific communities of youth and their families on evenings and weekends caused dramatic reductions in violence and crime. Can you play a role in making the Summer of 2009 even more successful?
The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) has a delivery deadline of Friday May 1, 2009. Independent teachers and non-profit programs are eligible to apply.
For more information, please call Michelle Berne at (213) 202-5554 or to obtain a copy of the RFQ by email, please send your request to either brandymaya.healy@lacity.org or sherlan.abesamis@lacity.org.
(Please do not reply to this email with requests; messages sent to dca grants @ yahoo.com will NOT be answered.)
Posted by: "Brandy Maya Healy" dcagrants@yahoo.com dcagrants
Mon Mar 30, 2009 2:40 pm (PDT)
Dear Colleagues,
Good News!
Summer Night Lights, a highly successful program managed by the Mayor's Office of Gang Reduction and Youth Development (GRYD) will be expanded this summer with positions available for up to 30 teachers.
In 2008, providing cool, creative and positive activities for specific communities of youth and their families on evenings and weekends caused dramatic reductions in violence and crime. Can you play a role in making the Summer of 2009 even more successful?
The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) has a delivery deadline of Friday May 1, 2009. Independent teachers and non-profit programs are eligible to apply.
For more information, please call Michelle Berne at (213) 202-5554 or to obtain a copy of the RFQ by email, please send your request to either brandymaya.healy@lacity.org or sherlan.abesamis@lacity.org.
(Please do not reply to this email with requests; messages sent to dca grants @ yahoo.com will NOT be answered.)
JOB!
Job Opportunity at the Skirball
Posted by: "annaschwarz06" aschwarz@skirball.org annaschwarz06
Mon Mar 30, 2009 2:38 pm (PDT)
Job Posting: Full-Time Noah's Ark Gallery Educator
The Skirball Cultural Center seeks Gallery Educators to staff Noah's Ark at the Skirball. Gallery Educators facilitate gallery-based school, group, and public programs.
On a daily basis Gallery Educators practice full-body puppetry, movement, ropes/challenge course elements and team building, percussion, storytelling, and facilitation of hands-on art-making activities.
Noah's Ark at the Skirball includes an entire floor of hands-on galleries, an adjacent park space, and an outdoor amphitheater, all dedicated to exploring the themes of community, diversity, and building a better world.
The Gallery Educators report to the Noah's Ark Gallery Manager.
The position of Gallery Educator is year-round and full-time; occurring during weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Gallery Educators are required to work one weekend day each week, either Saturday or Sunday as assigned. Ability to work both Saturday and Sunday a plus.
Responsibilities
• Works cooperatively to ensure successful gallery experiences for schools, groups and the general public including guided and drop-in experiences, table-based activities; participatory movement, music, drumming, and workshops.
• Responsible for the on-going integration and application of feedback from supervisors to achieve program goals and standards.
• Resets and maintain galleries to ensure optimal condition and an aesthetically pleasing environment including daily prop cleaning.
• Assists in collecting and preparing materials for daily programs including inventory upkeep and organization.
• Works as a member of the team to ensure timely and comprehensive implementation of daily opening and closing gallery procedures.
• Proactively problem-solves to address customer service and operational issues including inter-departmental communications and follow through.
• Performs all necessary administrative work related to Noah's Ark Gallery Educator duties as assigned.
• Troubleshoots on the gallery floor and in the park as needed.
• Tracks and evaluates program experiences as needed and assigned.
• Contributes to developing new gallery programs as requested.
• Co-trains and mentors fellow colleagues as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Works one weekend day each week as assigned.
Qualifications
• Background and experience in arts education, child development, and/or related field.
• Demonstrated ability to lead educational experiences for people of all ages.
• Experience working with children and families; interactive gallery teaching experience preferred.
• Proficiency in one or more of the following specialized areas: full-body puppetry, movement, ropes/challenge course elements and team building, percussion, storytelling, and visual arts.
• Team player with a professional, positive attitude.
• On any given day, may be required to do one or more of the following: climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, lifting, sitting on the floor to meet visitor and program requirements.
• Ability to work long hours that require physical agility and sustained energy
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure in a fast-paced, highly sensory environment.
• Ability to model positive behavior through words, actions, and attitude in challenging situations.
• Ability to assess the needs of the galleries and assist in maintaining a safe and educational environment.
• Ability to problem-solve independently and collaborate with others.
• Ability to receive and respond positively to feedback.
• Fluency in second language a plus.
Full time compensation for this hourly, non-exempt position will be $30,000/year with full benefits.
Please email resume and cover letter to humanresources@skirball.org or fax to (310) 440-4595.
Or send copies to:
Human Resources Department
Noah's Ark Gallery Educator
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Posted by: "annaschwarz06" aschwarz@skirball.org annaschwarz06
Mon Mar 30, 2009 2:38 pm (PDT)
Job Posting: Full-Time Noah's Ark Gallery Educator
The Skirball Cultural Center seeks Gallery Educators to staff Noah's Ark at the Skirball. Gallery Educators facilitate gallery-based school, group, and public programs.
On a daily basis Gallery Educators practice full-body puppetry, movement, ropes/challenge course elements and team building, percussion, storytelling, and facilitation of hands-on art-making activities.
Noah's Ark at the Skirball includes an entire floor of hands-on galleries, an adjacent park space, and an outdoor amphitheater, all dedicated to exploring the themes of community, diversity, and building a better world.
The Gallery Educators report to the Noah's Ark Gallery Manager.
The position of Gallery Educator is year-round and full-time; occurring during weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Gallery Educators are required to work one weekend day each week, either Saturday or Sunday as assigned. Ability to work both Saturday and Sunday a plus.
Responsibilities
• Works cooperatively to ensure successful gallery experiences for schools, groups and the general public including guided and drop-in experiences, table-based activities; participatory movement, music, drumming, and workshops.
• Responsible for the on-going integration and application of feedback from supervisors to achieve program goals and standards.
• Resets and maintain galleries to ensure optimal condition and an aesthetically pleasing environment including daily prop cleaning.
• Assists in collecting and preparing materials for daily programs including inventory upkeep and organization.
• Works as a member of the team to ensure timely and comprehensive implementation of daily opening and closing gallery procedures.
• Proactively problem-solves to address customer service and operational issues including inter-departmental communications and follow through.
• Performs all necessary administrative work related to Noah's Ark Gallery Educator duties as assigned.
• Troubleshoots on the gallery floor and in the park as needed.
• Tracks and evaluates program experiences as needed and assigned.
• Contributes to developing new gallery programs as requested.
• Co-trains and mentors fellow colleagues as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Works one weekend day each week as assigned.
Qualifications
• Background and experience in arts education, child development, and/or related field.
• Demonstrated ability to lead educational experiences for people of all ages.
• Experience working with children and families; interactive gallery teaching experience preferred.
• Proficiency in one or more of the following specialized areas: full-body puppetry, movement, ropes/challenge course elements and team building, percussion, storytelling, and visual arts.
• Team player with a professional, positive attitude.
• On any given day, may be required to do one or more of the following: climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, lifting, sitting on the floor to meet visitor and program requirements.
• Ability to work long hours that require physical agility and sustained energy
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure in a fast-paced, highly sensory environment.
• Ability to model positive behavior through words, actions, and attitude in challenging situations.
• Ability to assess the needs of the galleries and assist in maintaining a safe and educational environment.
• Ability to problem-solve independently and collaborate with others.
• Ability to receive and respond positively to feedback.
• Fluency in second language a plus.
Full time compensation for this hourly, non-exempt position will be $30,000/year with full benefits.
Please email resume and cover letter to humanresources@skirball.org or fax to (310) 440-4595.
Or send copies to:
Human Resources Department
Noah's Ark Gallery Educator
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Apr 6, 2009
JOb: Executive Director / Chief Executive Officer
POSITION SPECIFICATION
POSITION TITLE: Executive Director / Chief Executive Officer
REPORTING TO: Board of Directors
LOCATION: Los Angeles, California
THE ORGANIZATION: La Plaza de Cultura y Artes
www.lapca.org
La Plaza de Cultura y Artes will be a new and important addition to the Cultural Landscape of Los Angeles, a cultural center dedicated to exploring the rich history of the region. It will serve as the official public institution in Los Angeles devoted to the documentation, promotion and representation of Mexican American history and culture, and demonstrate the far-reaching impact of the Mexican American legacy within and outside Southern California.
THE OPPORTUNITY
La Plaza de Cultura y Artes is seeking an experienced professional to serve as Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer. This individual will provide leadership and direction for all operations and activities of the Center. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will implement the strategic goals and objectives of the organization; work with the Chair to enable the Board to fulfill its governance functions; and will give directions and leadership toward the achievement of the organization’s philosophy, mission, strategy and objectives.
SCOPE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Executive Director’s key responsibilities include the following:
• Board Administration and Support: Supports operations and administration of the Board by advising and informing Board members, interfacing between Board and staff, and supporting Board’s evaluation of Chief Executive.
• Fundraising: Oversees fundraising planning and implementation, including identifying resource requirements, researching funding sources, establishing strategies to approach funders, submitting proposals and administrating fundraising records and documentation.
• Program, Product and Service Delivery: Oversees design, marketing, promotion, delivery and quality of programs, products and services
• Financial, Tax, Risk and Facilities Management: Recommends yearly budget for Board approval and prudently manages organization’s resources within those budget guidelines according to current laws and regulations
• Human Resource Management: Effectively manages the human resources of the organization according to authorized personnel policies and procedures that fully conform to current laws and regulations
• Community and Public Relations: Assures the organization and its mission, programs, products and services are consistently presented in a strong, positive image to relevant stakeholders
In summary, the Executive Director will:
• Plan, direct, organize, and control the management of the organization with the help of qualified professional staff.
• Engage the Board of Directors and appropriate staff in the planning, development and implementation of an aggressive and comprehensive Fundraising campaign.
• Provide appropriate guidance and support to planning and building construction efforts.
• Administer all operations and participate in setting and developing policy with the Executive Committee, where appropriate.
• Confer with the Board of Directors as needed.
• Maintain contact with the Chairman, Executive Committee or other committees of the Board where needed.
• Prepare for consideration, with support documentation, matters for decision by the Board of Directors for both long and short-term goals and implement the Board’s decision(s) as required or where appropriate
• Ensure that all programs have prepared annual programs budgets for consideration of the Board or committee thereof and that these budget processes are initiated prior to the start of the fiscal year
• Ensure that financial and human resources for all programs are sufficient to reflect service and programs priorities and expectations
• Ensure that budget planning processes are an integral part of the overall service planning process.
• Work with the staff to schedule and ensure that the day to day operations are well supervised.
• Maintain operations and services standards by effective monitoring.
• Maintain a good working relationship with the County, other cultural organizations and other public agencies and community groups and endeavor to achieve the support of the community as a whole.
• Bring new financial initiatives to the attention of the Board.
• Work with the leadership of LAPCA to ensure an artistic and cultural agenda that is carefully planned, fiscally responsible and publicly appealing.
• Promote use of the Center by other nonprofit and commercial organizations such as professional and semi-professional performing arts, community organizations, and civic and corporate entities.
• Work with the Board of Directors and staff to provide and develop long-term goals and short-term objectives in support of the ultimate purpose of LAPCA.
• Assure financial goals are met through balancing of expenses with revenues.
• Work within budget guidelines to create and stage LAPCA sponsored programs and initiatives.
• Represent LAPCA to the general public, the County of Los Angeles, the state of California, national trade organizations and other appropriate constituencies.
• Devise and support educational outreach initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The CEO will be a seasoned manager with significant experience overseeing the development of major capital projects, preferably in the cultural arena. This experience will be demonstrated through years of progressively significant positions and relevant professional and educational credentials. Candidates should have an existing knowledge base and appreciation of Los Angeles and the Mexican American influence in the culture of this region.
The CEO will lead a staff of talented professionals, and therefore must have the ability to inspire a highly motivated, energetic and dedicated team. The individual must also possess the confidence, innate intelligence and personal presentation skills to work with and support the activities of a very engaged Board of Directors composed of leading government officials, corporate executives and philanthropists.
The ideal candidate will have a personal interest in the cultural climate of Los Angeles; s/he will be an avid consumer of the arts. S/he will be service-oriented and driven by constantly improving quality, reducing costs, and developing people and systems to enhance customer service. The ideal candidate will be an excellent tactician, but also must possess strong strategic planning and implementation skills.
Specific skills and experiences include:
• Significant and proven leadership skills developed through at least ten (10) years in senior management positions.
• Exceptional planning skills and successful experience in long-term strategic and business planning.
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising techniques.
• Demonstrated experience in capital project financial planning.
• Excellent organizational development, interpersonal, marketing, communication, administration and personnel management skills.
• Understanding of not-for profits.
• The ability to foster a healthy organizational culture to encourage teamwork and collaboration; strong interpersonal skills that include the ability to inspire and motivate; effective at conflict management.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Multi-cultural sensitivity.
• Technologically savvy.
• Ability to build collaborative ventures with diverse constituents.
• Experience reporting to, or working with, a volunteer Board of Directors.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to listen and weigh all aspects of a situation.
• Bilingualism is an asset.
• Proven ability to negotiate and manage relationships with vendors, service providers, renters, constituents, government agencies, producers and presenters.
• Experienced spokesperson, comfortable in the public eye.
• Excellent budgeting and financial management skills.
• High ethical standards and reputation.
Human Resources Leadership:
• Manage LAPCA’s personnel in a sensitive manner consistent with the Center’s personnel policies.
• Maintain a sound organizational structure and establish the appropriate practices and procedures to implement all policies.
• Establish annual goals and objectives for LAPCA’s senior management team.
• Review and modify LAPCA’s staffing structure as needed and replace staff where appropriate.
EDUCATION:
• A Bachelors degree is required; an MBA or advanced degree is desirable.
COMPENSATION:
• La Plaza de Cultura y Artes offers a competitive salary and generous benefits package.
POSITION TITLE: Executive Director / Chief Executive Officer
REPORTING TO: Board of Directors
LOCATION: Los Angeles, California
THE ORGANIZATION: La Plaza de Cultura y Artes
www.lapca.org
La Plaza de Cultura y Artes will be a new and important addition to the Cultural Landscape of Los Angeles, a cultural center dedicated to exploring the rich history of the region. It will serve as the official public institution in Los Angeles devoted to the documentation, promotion and representation of Mexican American history and culture, and demonstrate the far-reaching impact of the Mexican American legacy within and outside Southern California.
THE OPPORTUNITY
La Plaza de Cultura y Artes is seeking an experienced professional to serve as Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer. This individual will provide leadership and direction for all operations and activities of the Center. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will implement the strategic goals and objectives of the organization; work with the Chair to enable the Board to fulfill its governance functions; and will give directions and leadership toward the achievement of the organization’s philosophy, mission, strategy and objectives.
SCOPE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Executive Director’s key responsibilities include the following:
• Board Administration and Support: Supports operations and administration of the Board by advising and informing Board members, interfacing between Board and staff, and supporting Board’s evaluation of Chief Executive.
• Fundraising: Oversees fundraising planning and implementation, including identifying resource requirements, researching funding sources, establishing strategies to approach funders, submitting proposals and administrating fundraising records and documentation.
• Program, Product and Service Delivery: Oversees design, marketing, promotion, delivery and quality of programs, products and services
• Financial, Tax, Risk and Facilities Management: Recommends yearly budget for Board approval and prudently manages organization’s resources within those budget guidelines according to current laws and regulations
• Human Resource Management: Effectively manages the human resources of the organization according to authorized personnel policies and procedures that fully conform to current laws and regulations
• Community and Public Relations: Assures the organization and its mission, programs, products and services are consistently presented in a strong, positive image to relevant stakeholders
In summary, the Executive Director will:
• Plan, direct, organize, and control the management of the organization with the help of qualified professional staff.
• Engage the Board of Directors and appropriate staff in the planning, development and implementation of an aggressive and comprehensive Fundraising campaign.
• Provide appropriate guidance and support to planning and building construction efforts.
• Administer all operations and participate in setting and developing policy with the Executive Committee, where appropriate.
• Confer with the Board of Directors as needed.
• Maintain contact with the Chairman, Executive Committee or other committees of the Board where needed.
• Prepare for consideration, with support documentation, matters for decision by the Board of Directors for both long and short-term goals and implement the Board’s decision(s) as required or where appropriate
• Ensure that all programs have prepared annual programs budgets for consideration of the Board or committee thereof and that these budget processes are initiated prior to the start of the fiscal year
• Ensure that financial and human resources for all programs are sufficient to reflect service and programs priorities and expectations
• Ensure that budget planning processes are an integral part of the overall service planning process.
• Work with the staff to schedule and ensure that the day to day operations are well supervised.
• Maintain operations and services standards by effective monitoring.
• Maintain a good working relationship with the County, other cultural organizations and other public agencies and community groups and endeavor to achieve the support of the community as a whole.
• Bring new financial initiatives to the attention of the Board.
• Work with the leadership of LAPCA to ensure an artistic and cultural agenda that is carefully planned, fiscally responsible and publicly appealing.
• Promote use of the Center by other nonprofit and commercial organizations such as professional and semi-professional performing arts, community organizations, and civic and corporate entities.
• Work with the Board of Directors and staff to provide and develop long-term goals and short-term objectives in support of the ultimate purpose of LAPCA.
• Assure financial goals are met through balancing of expenses with revenues.
• Work within budget guidelines to create and stage LAPCA sponsored programs and initiatives.
• Represent LAPCA to the general public, the County of Los Angeles, the state of California, national trade organizations and other appropriate constituencies.
• Devise and support educational outreach initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The CEO will be a seasoned manager with significant experience overseeing the development of major capital projects, preferably in the cultural arena. This experience will be demonstrated through years of progressively significant positions and relevant professional and educational credentials. Candidates should have an existing knowledge base and appreciation of Los Angeles and the Mexican American influence in the culture of this region.
The CEO will lead a staff of talented professionals, and therefore must have the ability to inspire a highly motivated, energetic and dedicated team. The individual must also possess the confidence, innate intelligence and personal presentation skills to work with and support the activities of a very engaged Board of Directors composed of leading government officials, corporate executives and philanthropists.
The ideal candidate will have a personal interest in the cultural climate of Los Angeles; s/he will be an avid consumer of the arts. S/he will be service-oriented and driven by constantly improving quality, reducing costs, and developing people and systems to enhance customer service. The ideal candidate will be an excellent tactician, but also must possess strong strategic planning and implementation skills.
Specific skills and experiences include:
• Significant and proven leadership skills developed through at least ten (10) years in senior management positions.
• Exceptional planning skills and successful experience in long-term strategic and business planning.
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising techniques.
• Demonstrated experience in capital project financial planning.
• Excellent organizational development, interpersonal, marketing, communication, administration and personnel management skills.
• Understanding of not-for profits.
• The ability to foster a healthy organizational culture to encourage teamwork and collaboration; strong interpersonal skills that include the ability to inspire and motivate; effective at conflict management.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Multi-cultural sensitivity.
• Technologically savvy.
• Ability to build collaborative ventures with diverse constituents.
• Experience reporting to, or working with, a volunteer Board of Directors.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to listen and weigh all aspects of a situation.
• Bilingualism is an asset.
• Proven ability to negotiate and manage relationships with vendors, service providers, renters, constituents, government agencies, producers and presenters.
• Experienced spokesperson, comfortable in the public eye.
• Excellent budgeting and financial management skills.
• High ethical standards and reputation.
Human Resources Leadership:
• Manage LAPCA’s personnel in a sensitive manner consistent with the Center’s personnel policies.
• Maintain a sound organizational structure and establish the appropriate practices and procedures to implement all policies.
• Establish annual goals and objectives for LAPCA’s senior management team.
• Review and modify LAPCA’s staffing structure as needed and replace staff where appropriate.
EDUCATION:
• A Bachelors degree is required; an MBA or advanced degree is desirable.
COMPENSATION:
• La Plaza de Cultura y Artes offers a competitive salary and generous benefits package.
Paid Summer Internship at Southwest Chamber Music!!!
From: "palomaudovic"
Date: March 30, 2009 11:55:19 AM PDT
To: arts_ed_roundtable@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [arts_ed_roundtable] Paid Summer Internship at Southwest Chamber Music!!!
Los Angeles County Arts Commission
Southwest Chamber Music 2009 Summer Internship
All full time undergrad students that have finished one semester of college and are not scheduled to graduate before this December can apply to intern with two-time Grammy Award-winning Southwest Chamber Music starting in mid-March 2009 for our popular Summer Festival at The Huntington. Students must either reside or attend school in Los Angeles County.
The internship is a full-time paid position of approximately 40 hours a week for 10 weeks, including 4 weekend (Saturday and Sunday) evening concerts.
Beginning and ending dates of the internships are June and August 2009.
Several educational components are included in the County Arts Internship Program, including field trips with discussion leaders, off-site meetings, and a bus tour of arts activities and organizations throughout the County. These events are mandatory for the intern and are an integral part of the program.
Interns will be conpensated a total of $3500 for the full internship period.
The 2009 LACAC Summer Intern will support the Southwest Chamber Music staff in all aspects of office administration, concert promortion and marketing, and concert production at The Huntington during our popular Summer Festival Season. The intern will also engage in several projects including expanding Southwest's local community and internet presence via concert promotion, marketing and publicity.
For more information, and to apply for the position, visit the LA County Arts Commissions website: http://www.lacountyarts.org/internship.html.
Date: March 30, 2009 11:55:19 AM PDT
To: arts_ed_roundtable@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [arts_ed_roundtable] Paid Summer Internship at Southwest Chamber Music!!!
Los Angeles County Arts Commission
Southwest Chamber Music 2009 Summer Internship
All full time undergrad students that have finished one semester of college and are not scheduled to graduate before this December can apply to intern with two-time Grammy Award-winning Southwest Chamber Music starting in mid-March 2009 for our popular Summer Festival at The Huntington. Students must either reside or attend school in Los Angeles County.
The internship is a full-time paid position of approximately 40 hours a week for 10 weeks, including 4 weekend (Saturday and Sunday) evening concerts.
Beginning and ending dates of the internships are June and August 2009.
Several educational components are included in the County Arts Internship Program, including field trips with discussion leaders, off-site meetings, and a bus tour of arts activities and organizations throughout the County. These events are mandatory for the intern and are an integral part of the program.
Interns will be conpensated a total of $3500 for the full internship period.
The 2009 LACAC Summer Intern will support the Southwest Chamber Music staff in all aspects of office administration, concert promortion and marketing, and concert production at The Huntington during our popular Summer Festival Season. The intern will also engage in several projects including expanding Southwest's local community and internet presence via concert promotion, marketing and publicity.
For more information, and to apply for the position, visit the LA County Arts Commissions website: http://www.lacountyarts.org/internship.html.
Job: Development Manager
From: "Jan Kirsch"
Date: March 27, 2009 2:31:05 PM PDT
To:
Subject: [arts_ed_roundtable] Position Available at Inner-City Arts
Position Announcement: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Inner-City Arts is seeking an experienced, energetic Manager for the Professional Development program, to support the delivery of a full training program for classroom teachers and teaching artists. This person has strong attention to detail, a positive outlook and an interest in education and the arts. He or she has the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced work environment that values vitality, integrity and flexibility. This individual has a unique combination of administrative ability, enjoyment of carrying out day-to-day tasks of event production and an interest in contributing to growing an existing successful program.
At Inner-City Arts, we offer child-centered arts programs where students explore and develop their creativity in a safe and supportive studio environment through hands-on experiences in visual and performing arts. Inner-City Arts has been offering arts programs to youth and their families for 20 years. We are dedicated to bringing the best of creative experiences to thousands of children in the downtown area of Los Angeles, and annually serve approximately 8,000 children in school-day and after-school programs. Professional Development programs are offered to approximately 1,000 teachers annually, including those who attend classes with their students, other teachers and administrators from those schools, teachers from across the LAUSD, pre-service University credential candidates, and members of community organizations. Further information is available at www.inner-cityarts.org.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Professional Development Manager is responsible for all activities associated with the management and implementation of the professional development program and reports to the Director of Professional Development. Specific responsibilities include:
· Managing workshop schedule, including communicating with Inner-City Arts staff, school administrators, teachers, partner organizations and University and school district personnel
· Managing administrative components of the program including supply and material inventories (organization, ordering and purchasing), expense tracking, elements of budget preparation, tracking teachers and schools served, maintaining school and programmatic files, compiling evaluation and reporting data and general office organization
· Assisting with creating promotional materials, advertising workshops and registering participants
· Shopping for, purchasing and preparing workshop materials and hospitality supplies
· Preparing and maintaining workshop space and set-up areas prior to, during and after workshops
· Completing set-up and clean-up of workshops and providing programmatic support during workshops
· Coordinating, scheduling, training and supervising additional program support staff and volunteers
· Updating and maintaining Professional Development Reference Guide
· Providing support to student programs as necessary
· Completing other duties as required by needs of the Professional Development program
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Prior administrative experience, including program management and/or coordination
· Undergraduate degree in education, the arts, or other relevant area
· Strong verbal skills, telephone rapport and written communication skills
· Personable, able to create positive rapport with constituency and strong desire to be in service
· Advanced computer skills in MS Word, Excel and Outlook; PowerPoint, Publisher and Illustrator a plus
· Self-starter with the ability to multi-task and to work both independently and with specific direction
· Excellent problem-solving ability, organizational skills and follow-through
· Able to organize workflow around workshop schedule
· Able to lift and carry standard supplies and materials needed to prepare for and clean-up from workshops
WORK SCHEDULE:
· Non-exempt full-time position.
· Schedule determined in advance by workshop schedule.
· Schedule includes some evenings, early mornings and Saturdays.
LOCATION: Inner-City Arts is located in the downtown Los Angeles Warehouse District, adjacent to the Produce Mart and Skid Row.
SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience.
TO APPLY: Mail/Fax/ Email resume and cover letter to: Susie Goliti, Director of Administration,
Attn: PD Mgr. Job Search, 720 Kohler Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021; Fax: 213-627-6469; Email Susie@inner-cityarts.org.
Applications accepted until Friday, April 24, 2009.
Date: March 27, 2009 2:31:05 PM PDT
To:
Subject: [arts_ed_roundtable] Position Available at Inner-City Arts
Position Announcement: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Inner-City Arts is seeking an experienced, energetic Manager for the Professional Development program, to support the delivery of a full training program for classroom teachers and teaching artists. This person has strong attention to detail, a positive outlook and an interest in education and the arts. He or she has the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced work environment that values vitality, integrity and flexibility. This individual has a unique combination of administrative ability, enjoyment of carrying out day-to-day tasks of event production and an interest in contributing to growing an existing successful program.
At Inner-City Arts, we offer child-centered arts programs where students explore and develop their creativity in a safe and supportive studio environment through hands-on experiences in visual and performing arts. Inner-City Arts has been offering arts programs to youth and their families for 20 years. We are dedicated to bringing the best of creative experiences to thousands of children in the downtown area of Los Angeles, and annually serve approximately 8,000 children in school-day and after-school programs. Professional Development programs are offered to approximately 1,000 teachers annually, including those who attend classes with their students, other teachers and administrators from those schools, teachers from across the LAUSD, pre-service University credential candidates, and members of community organizations. Further information is available at www.inner-cityarts.org.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Professional Development Manager is responsible for all activities associated with the management and implementation of the professional development program and reports to the Director of Professional Development. Specific responsibilities include:
· Managing workshop schedule, including communicating with Inner-City Arts staff, school administrators, teachers, partner organizations and University and school district personnel
· Managing administrative components of the program including supply and material inventories (organization, ordering and purchasing), expense tracking, elements of budget preparation, tracking teachers and schools served, maintaining school and programmatic files, compiling evaluation and reporting data and general office organization
· Assisting with creating promotional materials, advertising workshops and registering participants
· Shopping for, purchasing and preparing workshop materials and hospitality supplies
· Preparing and maintaining workshop space and set-up areas prior to, during and after workshops
· Completing set-up and clean-up of workshops and providing programmatic support during workshops
· Coordinating, scheduling, training and supervising additional program support staff and volunteers
· Updating and maintaining Professional Development Reference Guide
· Providing support to student programs as necessary
· Completing other duties as required by needs of the Professional Development program
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Prior administrative experience, including program management and/or coordination
· Undergraduate degree in education, the arts, or other relevant area
· Strong verbal skills, telephone rapport and written communication skills
· Personable, able to create positive rapport with constituency and strong desire to be in service
· Advanced computer skills in MS Word, Excel and Outlook; PowerPoint, Publisher and Illustrator a plus
· Self-starter with the ability to multi-task and to work both independently and with specific direction
· Excellent problem-solving ability, organizational skills and follow-through
· Able to organize workflow around workshop schedule
· Able to lift and carry standard supplies and materials needed to prepare for and clean-up from workshops
WORK SCHEDULE:
· Non-exempt full-time position.
· Schedule determined in advance by workshop schedule.
· Schedule includes some evenings, early mornings and Saturdays.
LOCATION: Inner-City Arts is located in the downtown Los Angeles Warehouse District, adjacent to the Produce Mart and Skid Row.
SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience.
TO APPLY: Mail/Fax/ Email resume and cover letter to: Susie Goliti, Director of Administration,
Attn: PD Mgr. Job Search, 720 Kohler Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021; Fax: 213-627-6469; Email Susie@inner-cityarts.org.
Applications accepted until Friday, April 24, 2009.
Mar 12, 2009
Getting Your Sh*t Together: The Ultimate Career Bootcamp for Artists.
Getting Your Sh*t Together
The Ultimate Career Bootcamp for Artists.
Registration for the Spring Semester Getting Your Sh*t Together Workshop
at The Eagle Rock Center for The Arts begins now. If you are anywhere
the LA area and are looking to kick-start your art career, get
organized, and learn just about everything it takes to make it in the
art world, then this class is just what you've been looking for.
Sign up TODAY This class fills up very fast.
To register call the Center For The Arts, Eagle Rock.
323.226.1617. They will process your registration.
For more information visit:
http://www.gyst-ink.com/services/workshops.php#enroll
or email tucker@gyst-ink.com
About the Class:
Getting Your Sh*t Together
The Ultimate Career Boot Camp for Artists.
Duration: Mondays (7pm - 9pm) April 20 – June 8
+ Curator Review Saturday (10am-2pm) June 13
Location:
The Eagle Rock Center for the Arts
2225 Eagle Rock Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90041
www.centerartseaglerock.org
Tuition: $250
Created by artist, curator, and legendary CalArts professor Karen
Atkinson, Getting Your Sh*t Together (GYST) is the often-imitated
workshop for emerging artists, and for artists who've been "emerging"
longer than they expected. Over 400 artists have graduated from GYST
since 2002 and their continued success and contributions to the art
world are what gives GYST such a great reputation.
GYST teaches you the business stuff you should have learned in art
school, but didn't. GYST values self-sufficiency and presents you with
information, skills, and strategies to make things happen without
necessarily waiting around for some arbiter of culture to validate your
work. We're not concerned with producing slick, commercialized artists,
nor is this some new age, touchy-feely "find your inner artist" crap.
GYST is a program for artists, by artists that will teach you
bare-knuckled, practical strategies for negotiating the baffling terrain
of the contemporary art world.
Over 8-weeks, you'll create and refine your "presentation package,"
artist statement, bio, resume, portfolio, and more, with the full
editorial and technical support of GYST staff.
GYST culminates with Curator Speed Dating. Get real-world feedback on
your portfolio and proposals from some of the area's hottest curators.
Past curators have been LA Times Art Critic David Pagel, LACE Director
Carol Stakenaus, and Christopher Russell from the Getty Research
Institute.
Students also get a complimentary copy of the new GYST software, which
usually retails for $150. The MAC and PC based program is packed with
all the organizing tools and information resources every artist needs.
SUCCESS STORIES
In just the past 2 years, our workshop alumni have won over $18,000 in
grants, multiple grants from the City of Pasadena.
"Two weeks after finishing GYST, I had a studio visit from Robert
Berman. Because I had recently gotten my sh*t together, I was able to
send him a portfolio before the visit. I think it really helped - he
offered me a solo show. Thanks, GYST! Really, thank you. I mean it."
- Alumni Cameron Gray had his first solo show (ever) in 2007 at the
renowned Robert Berman Gallery and sold several large canvases. He's
currently represented by Berman's Gallery.
-Just last year, GYST Alumni Ari Kletzky was the subject of an extensive
article on the front page of the LA Times Sunday Arts section. His
featured Islands of LA project was developed over the course of our GYST
workshop. Kletzky (who has a BA in business) recently quit his day-job
at a loan agency and currently is enrolled in Cal Art's Fine Arts
MFA program.
GYST Ink is an artist-run company committed to empowering and educating
artists so that they can take control of their practice and develop
successful and sustainable careers on their own terms. For more
information visit www.gyst-ink.com
[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
The Ultimate Career Bootcamp for Artists.
Registration for the Spring Semester Getting Your Sh*t Together Workshop
at The Eagle Rock Center for The Arts begins now. If you are anywhere
the LA area and are looking to kick-start your art career, get
organized, and learn just about everything it takes to make it in the
art world, then this class is just what you've been looking for.
Sign up TODAY This class fills up very fast.
To register call the Center For The Arts, Eagle Rock.
323.226.1617. They will process your registration.
For more information visit:
http://www.gyst-ink.com/services/workshops.php#enroll
or email tucker@gyst-ink.com
About the Class:
Getting Your Sh*t Together
The Ultimate Career Boot Camp for Artists.
Duration: Mondays (7pm - 9pm) April 20 – June 8
+ Curator Review Saturday (10am-2pm) June 13
Location:
The Eagle Rock Center for the Arts
2225 Eagle Rock Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90041
www.centerartseaglerock.org
Tuition: $250
Created by artist, curator, and legendary CalArts professor Karen
Atkinson, Getting Your Sh*t Together (GYST) is the often-imitated
workshop for emerging artists, and for artists who've been "emerging"
longer than they expected. Over 400 artists have graduated from GYST
since 2002 and their continued success and contributions to the art
world are what gives GYST such a great reputation.
GYST teaches you the business stuff you should have learned in art
school, but didn't. GYST values self-sufficiency and presents you with
information, skills, and strategies to make things happen without
necessarily waiting around for some arbiter of culture to validate your
work. We're not concerned with producing slick, commercialized artists,
nor is this some new age, touchy-feely "find your inner artist" crap.
GYST is a program for artists, by artists that will teach you
bare-knuckled, practical strategies for negotiating the baffling terrain
of the contemporary art world.
Over 8-weeks, you'll create and refine your "presentation package,"
artist statement, bio, resume, portfolio, and more, with the full
editorial and technical support of GYST staff.
GYST culminates with Curator Speed Dating. Get real-world feedback on
your portfolio and proposals from some of the area's hottest curators.
Past curators have been LA Times Art Critic David Pagel, LACE Director
Carol Stakenaus, and Christopher Russell from the Getty Research
Institute.
Students also get a complimentary copy of the new GYST software, which
usually retails for $150. The MAC and PC based program is packed with
all the organizing tools and information resources every artist needs.
SUCCESS STORIES
In just the past 2 years, our workshop alumni have won over $18,000 in
grants, multiple grants from the City of Pasadena.
"Two weeks after finishing GYST, I had a studio visit from Robert
Berman. Because I had recently gotten my sh*t together, I was able to
send him a portfolio before the visit. I think it really helped - he
offered me a solo show. Thanks, GYST! Really, thank you. I mean it."
- Alumni Cameron Gray had his first solo show (ever) in 2007 at the
renowned Robert Berman Gallery and sold several large canvases. He's
currently represented by Berman's Gallery.
-Just last year, GYST Alumni Ari Kletzky was the subject of an extensive
article on the front page of the LA Times Sunday Arts section. His
featured Islands of LA project was developed over the course of our GYST
workshop. Kletzky (who has a BA in business) recently quit his day-job
at a loan agency and currently is enrolled in Cal Art's Fine Arts
MFA program.
GYST Ink is an artist-run company committed to empowering and educating
artists so that they can take control of their practice and develop
successful and sustainable careers on their own terms. For more
information visit www.gyst-ink.com
[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
"The Fresh Look"!
To all the photographers, enthusiasts, emerging professionals, and artists!
The Month of Photography Los Angeles (MOPLA), a month long photographic celebration in April, has an event called "The Fresh Look".
We invite you to participate in this event for this is a great
opportunity for you, photographers, professionals, emerging artists,
and enthusiasts to get your portfolios reviewed by industry's decisions
makers, from gallerists to editors, publishers, and creative directors.
We are now accepting submissions and the deadline will be on March
27, 2009.
You may visit our website at http://monthofphotography.com/programs/freshlook_freshfair.php
You may also reach The Program Director, Sarah Cho at sc@monthofphotography.com or you may call at 310.659.0122 x 105 if you wish to be provided with more information.
Thank you and we hope to see all your great works!
Very Best,
Month of Photography Los
Angeles
The Month of Photography Los Angeles (MOPLA), a month long photographic celebration in April, has an event called "The Fresh Look".
We invite you to participate in this event for this is a great
opportunity for you, photographers, professionals, emerging artists,
and enthusiasts to get your portfolios reviewed by industry's decisions
makers, from gallerists to editors, publishers, and creative directors.
We are now accepting submissions and the deadline will be on March
27, 2009.
You may visit our website at http://monthofphotography.com/programs/freshlook_freshfair.php
You may also reach The Program Director, Sarah Cho at sc@monthofphotography.com or you may call at 310.659.0122 x 105 if you wish to be provided with more information.
Thank you and we hope to see all your great works!
Very Best,
Month of Photography Los
Angeles
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