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
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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?
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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!
[Adobe PDF icon]
Click
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
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"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
California Art Organizations Funding Opportunity
California Art Organizations Funding Opportunity
The Arts and Accessibility Technical Assistance Program
The California Arts Council in collaboration with the National Arts and
Disability Center at UCLA announces a funding opportunity through June
2009, "The California Arts Council's Art and Technical Assistance
Program".
Mini-grants for Arts Organizations to Engage Artists or Audiences with
Disabilities will support:
* Activities that make use of California artists with
disabilities
* Creating alternative formats for materials such as large print,
Braille, audio description, ASL interpreter, and/or captioning
* Creation of new work, new approaches, and directions
* Opportunities to discuss specific issues, and trends in the
arts as they pertain to engaging people with disabilities in the arts
* Hiring a consultant to assist in improving your facility or
services to people with disabilities
* Towards opportunities for students with disabilities to advance
their skills leading to a career in the arts
* Services and accommodations to employ artists with disabilities
* Services and accommodations to audiences with disabilities
For More Submission Guidelines Visit:
http://nadc.ucla.edu/announc1.cfm?ID=20
Maddy Kudritzki
Program Representative
UCLA Tarjan Center
National Arts and Disability Center
Open the Doors to College
(310) 825-3715
The Arts and Accessibility Technical Assistance Program
The California Arts Council in collaboration with the National Arts and
Disability Center at UCLA announces a funding opportunity through June
2009, "The California Arts Council's Art and Technical Assistance
Program".
Mini-grants for Arts Organizations to Engage Artists or Audiences with
Disabilities will support:
* Activities that make use of California artists with
disabilities
* Creating alternative formats for materials such as large print,
Braille, audio description, ASL interpreter, and/or captioning
* Creation of new work, new approaches, and directions
* Opportunities to discuss specific issues, and trends in the
arts as they pertain to engaging people with disabilities in the arts
* Hiring a consultant to assist in improving your facility or
services to people with disabilities
* Towards opportunities for students with disabilities to advance
their skills leading to a career in the arts
* Services and accommodations to employ artists with disabilities
* Services and accommodations to audiences with disabilities
For More Submission Guidelines Visit:
http://nadc.ucla.edu/announc1.cfm?ID=20
Maddy Kudritzki
Program Representative
UCLA Tarjan Center
National Arts and Disability Center
Open the Doors to College
(310) 825-3715
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Marketing Manager position
Job Opportunity: Marketing Specialist/Manager, Los Angeles County Arts Commission
This new position will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic marketing plans for the ExperienceLA.com (XLA) website and related programs, in particular the L.A. County Cultural and Recreational Directory. S/he will
•create marketing initiatives to increase the number of website users;
•secure the participation of Los Angeles County departments who present public events and County Supervisorial offices, as well as additional municipalities and public agencies throughout the County, in the form of resources, content and marketing;
•write, edit, and produce electronic and print ads, flyers, invitations and brochures, and oversee their distribution;
•identify potential major sponsors, initiate contact, prepare proposals and presentations and set up meetings
•coordinate with XLA key public agency sponsors (City of LA, Community Redevelopment Agency, Metropolitan Transportation Authority, LA Inc., others) to develop co-marketing strategies and cross-promotions
•be responsible for social media marketing including content development/placement; represent XLA at programs, openings, special events, etc.; and other related activities.
This is a one-year grant-funded contract position with activities taking place from May 2009 to April 2010. This position reports to the LA County Arts Commission Director of Communications, and works directly with the XLA program management/web operations team. The position will be officed in downtown LA.
Qualifications:
This position requires a Bachelor's degree with a major in communications, marketing, public relations, retail studies or a related field and 3+ years of progressively higher levels of marketing and promotions management experience. Graduate level coursework in the above-listed majors or related field is desired but not required. The ideal candidate will have deep online/new media marketing experience, as well as experience assisting with the planning and production of marketing and advertising campaigns. S/he will be well organized, detail-oriented, and able to communicate with staff at all levels.
Salary: $50,000-$60,000 DOQ
Application Process: By April 10, 2009 candidates must submit a cover letter, detailed resume describing their relevant experience, education and qualifications, and a list of three professional references via email. All submissions should be sent to communications@arts.lacounty.gov , with "ExperienceLA Marketing Manager Application" as the subject line. Please do not submit any application materials through the US mail or phone regarding the status of the submission.
ExperienceLA.com is the official online cultural calendar and trip planner for the greater Los Angeles area. The site was first launched in 2003 as a collaborative initiative sponsored by a coalition of public agencies. The site has evolved into a true information network hosting events and information provided by more than 2,000 arts and cultural organizations throughout LA; a growing network of ExperienceLA WiFi portals sponsored by the City of LA; a social media network including an ExperienceLA blog, Flikr pool and Google ExperienceLA Calendar Widget along with presences on Facebook, YouTube, MySpace, Twitter and other social networking sites; web video and podcasts from various public agencies; an ExperienceLA public television channel hosted by the City of Santa Monica TV; and other innovative online initiatives.
The Los Angeles County Arts Commission provides leadership in cultural services of all disciplines for the largest county in the United States, encompassing 88 municipalities. In additional to its support for XLA, the Arts Commission provides leadership and staffing to support the regional blueprint for arts education, Arts for All; administers a grants program that funds more than 300 nonprofit arts organizations annually; oversees the County's Civic Art Program for capital projects, funds the largest arts internship program in the country in conjunction with the Getty Foundation and programs the John Anson Ford Theatres. The Arts Commission also produces free community programs, including the L.A. Holiday Celebration broadcast nationally, and a year-round music program that funds more than 50 free concerts each year in public sites. For more information: www.lacountyarts.org
This new position will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic marketing plans for the ExperienceLA.com (XLA) website and related programs, in particular the L.A. County Cultural and Recreational Directory. S/he will
•create marketing initiatives to increase the number of website users;
•secure the participation of Los Angeles County departments who present public events and County Supervisorial offices, as well as additional municipalities and public agencies throughout the County, in the form of resources, content and marketing;
•write, edit, and produce electronic and print ads, flyers, invitations and brochures, and oversee their distribution;
•identify potential major sponsors, initiate contact, prepare proposals and presentations and set up meetings
•coordinate with XLA key public agency sponsors (City of LA, Community Redevelopment Agency, Metropolitan Transportation Authority, LA Inc., others) to develop co-marketing strategies and cross-promotions
•be responsible for social media marketing including content development/placement; represent XLA at programs, openings, special events, etc.; and other related activities.
This is a one-year grant-funded contract position with activities taking place from May 2009 to April 2010. This position reports to the LA County Arts Commission Director of Communications, and works directly with the XLA program management/web operations team. The position will be officed in downtown LA.
Qualifications:
This position requires a Bachelor's degree with a major in communications, marketing, public relations, retail studies or a related field and 3+ years of progressively higher levels of marketing and promotions management experience. Graduate level coursework in the above-listed majors or related field is desired but not required. The ideal candidate will have deep online/new media marketing experience, as well as experience assisting with the planning and production of marketing and advertising campaigns. S/he will be well organized, detail-oriented, and able to communicate with staff at all levels.
Salary: $50,000-$60,000 DOQ
Application Process: By April 10, 2009 candidates must submit a cover letter, detailed resume describing their relevant experience, education and qualifications, and a list of three professional references via email. All submissions should be sent to communications@arts.lacounty.gov , with "ExperienceLA Marketing Manager Application" as the subject line. Please do not submit any application materials through the US mail or phone regarding the status of the submission.
ExperienceLA.com is the official online cultural calendar and trip planner for the greater Los Angeles area. The site was first launched in 2003 as a collaborative initiative sponsored by a coalition of public agencies. The site has evolved into a true information network hosting events and information provided by more than 2,000 arts and cultural organizations throughout LA; a growing network of ExperienceLA WiFi portals sponsored by the City of LA; a social media network including an ExperienceLA blog, Flikr pool and Google ExperienceLA Calendar Widget along with presences on Facebook, YouTube, MySpace, Twitter and other social networking sites; web video and podcasts from various public agencies; an ExperienceLA public television channel hosted by the City of Santa Monica TV; and other innovative online initiatives.
The Los Angeles County Arts Commission provides leadership in cultural services of all disciplines for the largest county in the United States, encompassing 88 municipalities. In additional to its support for XLA, the Arts Commission provides leadership and staffing to support the regional blueprint for arts education, Arts for All; administers a grants program that funds more than 300 nonprofit arts organizations annually; oversees the County's Civic Art Program for capital projects, funds the largest arts internship program in the country in conjunction with the Getty Foundation and programs the John Anson Ford Theatres. The Arts Commission also produces free community programs, including the L.A. Holiday Celebration broadcast nationally, and a year-round music program that funds more than 50 free concerts each year in public sites. For more information: www.lacountyarts.org
Mar 10, 2009
Pitches, Riggers & Modelers Needed ASAP!
From: "Mary Miller"
Date: March 9, 2009 10:16:24 AM PDT
To: "Mary Miller"
Subject: Pitches, Riggers & Modelers Needed ASAP!
Reply-To:
Good morning. I’m currently working at Extra Large Technology Inc. in Hollywood and we are looking for are looking 2.5D & 3D Modelers & Riggers that have Maya and Max experience. We are also looking for new 3D animated projects to Produce. I you or anyone you know is looking for work, please have them forward there resume & demo of their work to me. If any of you have projects that you would like to pitch, contact me immediately. I hope to hear from each you soon if nothing more than to hear how each of you are doing in these economically challenging times.
Best regards,
Mary Jo Miller
VP of Production
mmiller@extralargetech.com
1680 North Vine St., Ste 1005
Hollywood Ca 90028
323-464-7763 Office
323-350-2570 Cell
Date: March 9, 2009 10:16:24 AM PDT
To: "Mary Miller"
Subject: Pitches, Riggers & Modelers Needed ASAP!
Reply-To:
Good morning. I’m currently working at Extra Large Technology Inc. in Hollywood and we are looking for are looking 2.5D & 3D Modelers & Riggers that have Maya and Max experience. We are also looking for new 3D animated projects to Produce. I you or anyone you know is looking for work, please have them forward there resume & demo of their work to me. If any of you have projects that you would like to pitch, contact me immediately. I hope to hear from each you soon if nothing more than to hear how each of you are doing in these economically challenging times.
Best regards,
Mary Jo Miller
VP of Production
mmiller@extralargetech.com
1680 North Vine St., Ste 1005
Hollywood Ca 90028
323-464-7763 Office
323-350-2570 Cell
Job Opp: Marketing Specialist/Manager, Los Angeles County Arts Commission
Marketing Specialist/Manager, Los Angeles County Arts Commission
This new position will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic marketing plans for the ExperienceLA.com (XLA) website and related programs, in particular the L.A. County Cultural and Recreational Directory. S/he will
create marketing initiatives to increase the number of website users;
secure the participation of Los Angeles County departments who present public events and County Supervisorial offices, as well as additional municipalities and public agencies throughout the County, in the form of resources, content and marketing;
write, edit, and produce electronic and print ads, flyers, invitations and brochures, and oversee their distribution;
identify potential major sponsors, initiate contact, prepare proposals and presentations and set up meetings
coordinate with XLA key public agency sponsors (City of LA, Community Redevelopment Agency, Metropolitan Transportation Authority, LA Inc., others) to develop co-marketing strategies and cross-promotions
be responsible for social media marketing including content development/placement; represent XLA at programs, openings, special events, etc.; and other related activities.
This is a one-year grant-funded contract position with activities taking place from May 2009 to April 2010. This position reports to the LA County Arts Commission Director of Communications, and works directly with the XLA program management/web operations team. The position will be officed in downtown LA.
Qualifications:
This position requires a Bachelor’s degree with a major in communications, marketing, public relations, retail studies or a related field and 3+ years of progressively higher levels of marketing and promotions management experience. Graduate level coursework in the above-listed majors or related field is desired but not required. The ideal candidate will have deep online/new media marketing experience, as well as experience assisting with the planning and production of marketing and advertising campaigns. S/he will be well organized, detail-oriented, and able to communicate with staff at all levels.
Salary: $50,000-$60,000 DOQ
Application Process: By April 10, 2009 candidates must submit a cover letter, detailed resume describing their relevant experience, education and qualifications, and a list of three professional references via email. All submissions should be sent tocommunications@arts.lacounty.gov , with “ExperienceLA Marketing Manager Application” as the subject line. Please do not submit any application materials through the US mail or phone regarding the status of the submission.
ExperienceLA.com is the official online cultural calendar and trip planner for the greater Los Angeles area. The site was first launched in 2003 as a collaborative initiative sponsored by a coalition of public agencies. The site has evolved into a true information network hosting events and information provided by more than 2,000 arts and cultural organizations throughout LA; a growing network of ExperienceLA WiFi portals sponsored by the City of LA; a social media network including an ExperienceLA blog, Flikr pool and Google ExperienceLA Calendar Widget along with presences on Facebook, YouTube, MySpace, Twitter and other social networking sites; web video and podcasts from various public agencies; an ExperienceLA public television channel hosted by the City of Santa Monica TV; and other innovative online initiatives.
The Los Angeles County Arts Commission provides leadership in cultural services of all disciplines for the largest county in theUnited States, encompassing 88 municipalities. In additional to its support for XLA, the Arts Commission provides leadership and staffing to support the regional blueprint for arts education, Arts for All; administers a grants program that funds more than 300 nonprofit arts organizations annually; oversees the County’s Civic Art Program for capital projects, funds the largest arts internship program in the country in conjunction with the Getty Foundation and programs the John Anson Ford Theatres. The Arts Commission also produces free community programs, including the L.A. Holiday Celebration broadcast nationally, and a year-round music program that funds more than 50 free concerts each year in public sites. For more information: www.lacountyarts.org.
This new position will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic marketing plans for the ExperienceLA.com (XLA) website and related programs, in particular the L.A. County Cultural and Recreational Directory. S/he will
create marketing initiatives to increase the number of website users;
secure the participation of Los Angeles County departments who present public events and County Supervisorial offices, as well as additional municipalities and public agencies throughout the County, in the form of resources, content and marketing;
write, edit, and produce electronic and print ads, flyers, invitations and brochures, and oversee their distribution;
identify potential major sponsors, initiate contact, prepare proposals and presentations and set up meetings
coordinate with XLA key public agency sponsors (City of LA, Community Redevelopment Agency, Metropolitan Transportation Authority, LA Inc., others) to develop co-marketing strategies and cross-promotions
be responsible for social media marketing including content development/placement; represent XLA at programs, openings, special events, etc.; and other related activities.
This is a one-year grant-funded contract position with activities taking place from May 2009 to April 2010. This position reports to the LA County Arts Commission Director of Communications, and works directly with the XLA program management/web operations team. The position will be officed in downtown LA.
Qualifications:
This position requires a Bachelor’s degree with a major in communications, marketing, public relations, retail studies or a related field and 3+ years of progressively higher levels of marketing and promotions management experience. Graduate level coursework in the above-listed majors or related field is desired but not required. The ideal candidate will have deep online/new media marketing experience, as well as experience assisting with the planning and production of marketing and advertising campaigns. S/he will be well organized, detail-oriented, and able to communicate with staff at all levels.
Salary: $50,000-$60,000 DOQ
Application Process: By April 10, 2009 candidates must submit a cover letter, detailed resume describing their relevant experience, education and qualifications, and a list of three professional references via email. All submissions should be sent tocommunications@arts.lacounty.gov , with “ExperienceLA Marketing Manager Application” as the subject line. Please do not submit any application materials through the US mail or phone regarding the status of the submission.
ExperienceLA.com is the official online cultural calendar and trip planner for the greater Los Angeles area. The site was first launched in 2003 as a collaborative initiative sponsored by a coalition of public agencies. The site has evolved into a true information network hosting events and information provided by more than 2,000 arts and cultural organizations throughout LA; a growing network of ExperienceLA WiFi portals sponsored by the City of LA; a social media network including an ExperienceLA blog, Flikr pool and Google ExperienceLA Calendar Widget along with presences on Facebook, YouTube, MySpace, Twitter and other social networking sites; web video and podcasts from various public agencies; an ExperienceLA public television channel hosted by the City of Santa Monica TV; and other innovative online initiatives.
The Los Angeles County Arts Commission provides leadership in cultural services of all disciplines for the largest county in theUnited States, encompassing 88 municipalities. In additional to its support for XLA, the Arts Commission provides leadership and staffing to support the regional blueprint for arts education, Arts for All; administers a grants program that funds more than 300 nonprofit arts organizations annually; oversees the County’s Civic Art Program for capital projects, funds the largest arts internship program in the country in conjunction with the Getty Foundation and programs the John Anson Ford Theatres. The Arts Commission also produces free community programs, including the L.A. Holiday Celebration broadcast nationally, and a year-round music program that funds more than 50 free concerts each year in public sites. For more information: www.lacountyarts.org.
Feb 17, 2009
East Hollywood ArtCycle Artists Call
Call for artists to participate in the First Annual East Hollywood
ArtCycle on February 28th from 2-10pm at Heliotrope and Melrose.
This all day family event is sponsored by the East Hollywood
Neighborhood Council and is designed to show off the innovative
mixture of cultures and the creative spaces that exist in East Hollywood.
In addition to the neighborhood bicycle rides to artist studios,
galleries and historical / cultural points of interest, we will also
be closing down North Heliotrope between 2 and 10pm in order to give
independent artists (especially sculptors, installation artists and
those who enjoy showing and or making work outside) an opportunity to
show their work. Crafters are also welcome. We will set up tables,
tents and chairs for you (hanging apparatus if needed.)
If you have a gallery within the East Hollywood Neighborhood Council
boundaries (map on website http://easthollywoodartcycle.com) and we
have not already contacted you, we would love to have you open your
doors to the public for this all day event.
We have limited space so get your request in ASAP to be considered for
this opportunity to show your work for FREE in the 1st annual East
Hollywood ArtCyclen on Saturday February 28th, from 2-10pm.
Please contact us at info@easthollywoodartcycle.com and attach 4
examples of your art no later than Friday 2/20/08. Go to
http://easthollywoodartcycle.com for more information.
ArtCycle on February 28th from 2-10pm at Heliotrope and Melrose.
This all day family event is sponsored by the East Hollywood
Neighborhood Council and is designed to show off the innovative
mixture of cultures and the creative spaces that exist in East Hollywood.
In addition to the neighborhood bicycle rides to artist studios,
galleries and historical / cultural points of interest, we will also
be closing down North Heliotrope between 2 and 10pm in order to give
independent artists (especially sculptors, installation artists and
those who enjoy showing and or making work outside) an opportunity to
show their work. Crafters are also welcome. We will set up tables,
tents and chairs for you (hanging apparatus if needed.)
If you have a gallery within the East Hollywood Neighborhood Council
boundaries (map on website http://easthollywoodartcycle.com) and we
have not already contacted you, we would love to have you open your
doors to the public for this all day event.
We have limited space so get your request in ASAP to be considered for
this opportunity to show your work for FREE in the 1st annual East
Hollywood ArtCyclen on Saturday February 28th, from 2-10pm.
Please contact us at info@easthollywoodartcycle.com and attach 4
examples of your art no later than Friday 2/20/08. Go to
http://easthollywoodartcycle.com for more information.
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