Employment
The Mahaffey Theater Foundation, St. Petersburg, FL, a charitable organization that supports the Mahaffey Theater (a 2,000-seat Proscenium theater), is seeking an entrepreneurial Executive Director with a proven record of successful fundraising. Responsibilities include building membership, major gift and sponsorship programs, strategic planning and goal setting, developing and managing budgets and day-to-day operations. Strong writing and organizational skills are essential. Competitive salary, benefits and performance bonus incentives. E-mail resume, cover letter and salary history to foundation@mahaffeytheater.com or mail to Mahaffey Theater Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 353,
St. Petersburg, FL 33731.
5/15/2008 Deadline. Scheduling Coordinator/Sales Director, Fantasy Theatre Factory, Miami, FL. Professional office experience required to assist with scheduling and selling season shows. Full-time. Salary: $20,000-$30,000. Duties include basic administrative functions, direct client contact, describing/selling services to potential sponsors, processing daily mail, faxing, etc., and tasks as assigned in support of the Grant Writing Staff. Prior office/sales experience preferred, proficiency with office equipment, Microsoft software and more. E-mail resume and contact information to Sommer Garcia at scheduling@ftfshows.com or fax 305.284.8863.
5/15/2008 Deadline. Sycamore Rouge, a nonprofit performing arts theater, Petersburg, VA, seeks a full-time Managing Director to coordinate all business and production operations for the five-show mainstage season and intermittent musical events. Reports to the Board of Directors and will be responsible for financial management of all productions, business administration and assistance with marketing efforts. Proven theater production experience a must, experience working with volunteers, good people skills, a sense of humor and a desire to be part of a performing arts venue at the heart of Petersburg’s historic downtown revitalization. Start date is 7/1/2008. Salary: $30,000-$32,000. For further information,
e-mail Carolyn J. Boone at carizboax@comcast.net.
Project & Admin Manager. The Georgia Ballet, Marietta, GA, is seeking a “hands on” personality to administer, manage and coordinate specific tasks within the ballet and the greater Cobb community. Individual should be comfortable and confident working with the public in an enthusiastic manner and someone seeking an exciting and rewarding opportunity in a friendly, fun and fast moving environment. Send resume to The Georgia Ballet, c/o Executive Director, 1255 Field Parkway, Marietta, GA 30066. For further information, call 770.528.0881 or visit www.georgiaballet.org.
Sculpture, Time Based Media Faculty. Watkins College of Art and Design, Nashville, TN. Full time teaching position beginning 8/2008. For detailed information, visit http://www.watkins.edu/news/documents/Sculp-position_listing.htm.
The Ohr-O'Keefe Museum of Art, Biloxi, MS, is seeking an Executive Director who will be responsible for the overall administration and leadership of the Museum, management of its 7-person staff, community relations, fiscal management and works with the Board of Trustees in fundraising and strategic planning efforts. Salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications. Minimum of a Master’s Degree preferred, in a field related to museum administration and the arts. The position will begin 1/2009. Interviews will be conducted this summer. For detailed information, visit http://www.georgeohr.org/main.asp?cat=253.
Visual Art Exchange, a non-profit art gallery and association, Raleigh, NC, is looking for a full-time exhibition coordinator. Bachelor’s Degree in art, art history or a related field with gallery, museum and/or non-profit experience required along with prior experience in administration and knowledge of fine arts, computer savvy and more. Duties include working with exhibiting artists, coordinating 50 exhibitions per year, installing gallery and off-site exhibitions as well as creating pro-motional materials. Required schedule: Tuesday–Saturday, First Fridays and additional gallery events and installations as needed. E-mail CV/resume, cover letter and three references to visualartexchange@gmail.com, subject: Exhibition Coordinator or mail to VAE, 325 Blake Street,
Raleigh NC 27601.
Timeless Tales Theatre, a local professional theatre company performing for schools in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties for more than 10 years, is seeking energetic experienced Male and Female actors for their busy summer season. All actors are paid per performance and must be available Monday-Friday in the mornings and after performances. For more information and to schedule an audition appointment, call 813.304.1569.
Appleton Museum of Art, Ocala, FL, is seeking a full-time Museum Educator. Responsibilities will include oversight of the Education Department of the Museum, design and preparation of materials used in program for all groups. Must have knowledge of educational theories and principles, ability to do research on art and artifacts, to communicate information orally and in writing and be computer literate. Bachelor’s Degree in art, art history, museum studies, education or closely related field and two years related educational experience required, museum experience preferred. Applications may be downloaded from the ‘Employment’ link at www.GoCFCC.com. For further information about the Museum, visit www.AppletonMuseum.org.
The Durango Arts Center (DAC), Durango, CO, is seeking a full-time Executive Director to manage the operations of the DAC, providing vision and leadership in the planning, development and implementation of operations and programs that support and promote the visual and performing arts in the community of Durango and La Plata County. Responsibilities include financial management, fund raising, membership development and retention, marketing, oversight of the volunteer program and community outreach. Reports to the DAC Board through the President. Demonstrated strong management skill, 5 years of nonprofit experience and more. Salary commensurate with experience. For detailed information, visit http://www.durangoarts.org/index.cfm.
Eichelberger Performing Arts Center, Hanover, PA, is seeking a full-time Executive Director who will be the primary public representative of the Center and provide overall leadership, vision and direction to the organization. He/she will ensure communication to the Board of Directors and staff, oversee facility needs planning, maintenance, provide responsible fiscal administration and will be responsible for building relationships with other arts organizations, educators, individual and corporate donors, agencies and foundations. Master’s Degree preferred. Send resume and salary requirements to Andrew Lawrence, President, Eichelberger Performing Arts Center, 195 Stock Street, Suite 200, Hanover, PA 17331. For further information, e-mail info@TheEich.org.
Vice President for Museum Programs, James Madison's Montpelier, Orange, VA. Seeking an experienced professional to lead a multi-disciplinary team of staff and consultants in the research, recovery and interpretation of Montpelier as the home of James and Dolley Madison. This new position was created to direct historical and visitor research, archaeological excavations and curatorial work to build a thorough understanding of the historic interiors, grounds and operation of the Madisons’ home. For detailed information, visit http://www.montpelier.org/aboutus/job_opportunities.php.
CAP, the Sarasota, FL, creative agency, is seeking an enthusiastic, well-rounded and high motor Production Manager with 1-5 years experience. Must be passionate about attention to detail. Will be challenged to produce award-winning work across many print mediums and ensure that goods and services are produced efficiently, are of the right quality, quantity and cost and are produced on time. Skill set-knowledge of drawing up production schedules, working out the human/material resources needed, estimating how long a job will take, cost of job and setting the quality standards and monitoring the production process and adjusting schedules as needed. Send resume, samples and hat size to mlimbach@capcreative.com. For further information, visit http://www.capcreative.com.
The Birmingham Museum of Art, Birmingham, AL, seeks an Assistant Curator of Education for Docents and Tours. Duties include planning, coordinating/conducting docent training, evaluating and coaching docents for tours, assessing visitor learning and experience, working with other education staff to develop meaningful tours, ensure docent training meets docent and visitor needs. Requires the ability to express ideas concisely in writing/public speaking, adapting educational material for people with different learning styles and needs. Full-time. Experience working with volunteers and the general public preferred. Bachelor's Degree in art education, art history, museum education or equivalent, Master’s Degree and art museum education experience preferred. For further information, e-mail Amy Templeton, Deputy Director, at atempleton@artsbma.org.
The TECO Children's Gallery of Art at the Children's Board of Hillsborough County, Tampa, FL, will be working in late 2008-2009 on a special project. They are currently seeking dancers, musicians and visual Artists for collaborations with students for a special program in Hillsborough County. E-mail resume and examples of work to Paula Allen, Director, at pallen@childrensboard.org.
Director of Development, Pier Aquarium, St. Petersburg, FL. Manage development efforts to expand donor base through marketing efforts aimed at individuals, corporations and foundations. Send resume or CV and references to E. Howard Rutherford, Executive Director, at applications@pieraquarium.org or fax 727.894.1212. For further information about the Pier Aquarium, visit www.pieraquarium.org.
Curator, Fulton Mansion State Historic Site, Austin, TX. Collaborates with Director of Education and Collections to implement a comprehensive plan for artifact collection management, assists in activities related to visitation, public programs and education and more. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in history, public history, museum studies, archeology, anthropology or closely related field. Master's Degree in museum studies, decorative arts or cultural resource conservation preferred. Full-time. Salary: $35,000-$39,000 and State of Texas benefits package. Applications must be submitted on the State of Texas Application for Employment form available on the Texas Historical Commission website at www.thc.state.tx.us.
Registrar, James Madison's Montpelier, Orange, VA. Individual needed for 2,600-acre newly restored historic presidential home. Knowledge of preservation and conservation standards and experience working with and caring for historical artifacts necessary. Must have working knowledge of computerized database systems, experience with museum registration methods, excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, strong oral and written communications skills. B.A. in museum studies, art history, history or related field with minimum 3 years of previous registration/collections management experience in an historic house/museum setting. For further information, visit http://www.montpelier.org/aboutus/job_opportunities.php.
Carolina Ballet Theatre, Greenville, SC, is seeking an Executive Director who reports directly to the Board of Directors and serves as the chief fundraiser. Responsibilities include providing strong organizational leadership, developing and implementing an aggressive marketing campaign and enhancing public relations. Works with the Artistic Director and the Production Manager to create a performance/events calendar and the Director of Finance & Outreach to ensure successful financial operations and develop community and education outreach. Full-time. Nonprofit experience and a degree in arts management or arts administration are preferred. Send detailed cover letter, resume and three references to Executive Director Search, c/o Carolina Ballet Theatre, P.O. Box 135, Greenville, SC 29602 or e-mail info@carolinaballet.org.
Chief Development Officer/Major Gifts Officer, Great Explorations, The Children’s Museum, St. Petersburg, FL. Candidate must have at least five years of major gift experience with capital campaigns, marketing success and supervise a team of multiple, talented professionals in the areas of grant writing, individual and corporate giving, marketing, graphics, PR and sales. Benefits include free tuition for all family participation in museum programs, including state of the art full-day preschool, camps, after school programs and more. Send resume and salary range history to David Penn at dpenn@greatex.org.
CAP, Sarasota, FL. This creative agency is seeking a full-time, enthusiastic, well rounded Art Director/Designer with 0-5 years of experience. Must be passionate about the concept as well as the design. Individual will be challenged to produce award-winning work across many mediums. Skill set must include knowledge of Mac OSX, QuarkXpress, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint. Dreamweaver, Flash and FinalCut a plus. Must be able to multi-task, pay attention to detail and have a strong can-do attitude. Salary commensurate with experience. Send portfolio and hat size to mlimbach@capcreative.com. NO PHONE CALLS. For further information, visit http://www.capcreative.com.
Programs Director. The Center for Fine Art Photography, Fort Collins, CO. Responsible for ongoing development and management of the Center’s educational and exhibition programs, schedules exhibitions, education programs, works with staff on community outreach efforts and more. MFA, Photography or photography concentration, 3 years experience/college level photography, curatorial responsibility and successful writer. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Competitive benefits package. Respond by e-mail only to info@c4fap.org. For further information, visit www.c4fap.org.
Creative Clay, St. Petersburg, FL, is accepting applications for a full time Retail/Web Design professional. Duties include development of online and gallery retail business, light accounting and bookkeeping and job skill transfer to individuals attending their programs who are diagnosed with a disability. Must possess excellent communication skills and be prepared to work in a challenging but rewarding nonprofit arts environment. Generous benefits package with 100% paid health insurance. Interested candidates should forward their resume, vitae and a cover letter to grace@creativeclay.org.
Creative Clay, St. Petersburg, FL, is seeking applications for part-time Guest Artists to teach their area of expertise to member artists attending their arts programs. Forward resumes to jenny@creativeclay.org. For further information, visit www.creativeclay.org.
Calling all Scenic, Lighting and Costume Designers. The Players Theatre, Sarasota, FL, is putting together their production teams for their 2008-2009 season. Those interested in working at Sarasota's only community theatre and oldest arts organization can call 941.365.2494 or e-mail a note, resume and area of interest to Jeffery Kin, Artistic Director at artisticdirector@theplayers.org.
The Board of Trustees of the Pensacola Museum of Art (PMA), Pensacola, FL, is seeking a full-time Executive Director who will be responsible for developing and implementing the overall vision and strategy for the Museum with the Trustees and staff. As Chief Administrative and Artistic Director, the Executive Director will be responsible for the daily operations including fiscal management and curatorial responsibilities. A Master’s or Ph.D. in arts administration, art history, fine art or equivalent experience is required. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Send cover letter, resume and references to Search Committee, Pensacola Museum of Art, 407 South Jefferson Street, Pensacola, FL 32502.
The Apollo Project, Inc. (API), St. Petersburg, FL, a production and artist residency sponsor, is seeking part-time assistance for programs. For further information, contact A. Paul Johnson, Producer at 727.823.7252 or visit www.apolloproject.net.
Teaching artists needed in Music and Dance, hourly contract fees plus opportunity to open studio programs. Willingness to work with beginners and also to collaborate on professional and media projects. Looking for a strong mission to “create artists” as well as a drive to create art.
Associate with web design and computer savvy to coordinate a fine arts driven website and internet radio program. API has developed an international audience, and candidate will be open to create and design pro-motional aspects of the site to advance their own creativity, along with the company’s community based offerings. Position is negotiable based on experience and time available to contribute to the project.
The Arts Center, St. Petersburg, FL, is recruiting someone to assist with the installation process. This would be a volunteer position but could easily move into a part-time position. Must have AV knowledge and be able to install equipment such as video projectors, DVD players and assist in assembling installations. Carpentry skills a plus. Send resume to Melissa Christiano, 719 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, FL 33711, call 727.822.7872, ext. 30 or e-mail melissa@theartscenter.org.
Feld Entertainment, Inc., Vienna, VA, producer of Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus, Disney On Ice and Disney Live!, is seeking an Art Supervisor to serve as the primary point of contact for graphic materials related to both marketing and creative services where the Ringling and Disney on Ice brands are concerned. Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree required and minimum of two years of experience working in a design and print production environment. E-mail resume, cover letter and salary requirements to hrjobs@feldinc.com. (Only resumes with salary requirements will be considered). For further information, visit http://www.feldentertainment.com/telescope/Human%20Resources/cperlow/ArtSupervisor.htm.
The following job opportunities are available at Great Explorations, The Children’s Museum, St. Petersburg, FL.
PT and FT Museum Preschool Education Director, PT Educator, PT Development Assistant and PT Youth Coordinator. Apply by sending a resume to dpenn@greatex.org.
American Stage Education, St. Petersburg, FL. Teaching Artists. Children ages 5-17 in variety of settings, in-school residences, after-school programs, camps and community partnerships. Send current resume and cover letter to Julie Rowe, Director of Education, American Stage, P.O. Box 1560, St. Petersburg, FL 33731 or e-mail julierowe@americanstage.org
Camber Corporation's Training and Education Division, Fayetteville, NC, is seeking a full-time dynamic, creative 3D Artist to join their growing Interactive Media Team of over 20 highly talented artists. The ideal candidate would be well rounded in all aspects of 3D, but applicants with strong emphasis in modeling, texturing, rigging, lighting, animating and/or rendering will be considered. Must have advanced knowledge of Maya/Max, Softimage/Lightwave, Adobe Suite/Macromedia Suite or Audio/Video Experience. For further information, e-mail akingsborough@camber.com or visit http://fayetteville.camber.com/
Fellowships/Grants/Scholarships
National Geographic All Roads Film Project Seed Grants for Indigenous Filmmakers were created to provide an international platform for indigenous and underrepresented minority-culture artists. The program funds film projects by and about indigenous and underrepresented minority-culture filmmakers year-round and from all reaches of the globe. The program seeks filmmakers who bring their lives and communities to light through first-person storytelling. Submission deadlines are quarterly on the 15th of March, June, September, and December. Award notifications are made approximately six weeks after each of these dates. For further information and application, visit www.nationalgeographic.com
Princess Grace Foundation-USA, New York, NY, 2008 Awards in Theater, Playwriting, Dance, Choreography, and Film. The foundation is dedicated to identifying and assisting emerging artists in theater, dance and film and awards grants to individual artists across the United States. There are various deadlines for 2008. Scholarships and general operating support to organizations are awarded. For further information, visit www.pgfusa.org.
10/31/2008 Deadline. Applications are invited for the 2009 Gift of Freedom Award, A Room of Her Own Foundation, Placitas, NM. The $50,000 2009 Literary Gift of Freedom Award will be given to an American woman writer who is a U.S. citizen and will be living in the U.S. during the grant period. Acceptable genres for this grant are poetry, playwriting, creative nonfiction and fiction. Download application at http://www.aroomofherown.org/docs/Application2009.pdf and e-mail questions to info@aroomofherownfoundation.org.
Ongoing. Visual Art Grants (International), The Pollock-Krasner Foundation, Inc., New York, NY. Grants aid individuals who have worked as professional artists over a significant period of time. Visual artists who are painters or sculptors and artists who work on paper, including printmakers are eligible applicants. For further information, e-mail grants@pkf.org or visit http://www.pkf.org/grant.html.
The Artist Enhancement Grant Program, Division of Cultural Affairs, Tallahassee, FL, has moved to a quarterly application deadline each year. All applications will be submitted on OASIS, the new online application system. Grants are awarded in the amounts of $500, $750 or $1,000 and are used to support specific, career-building opportunities that will advance an artist’s work and career. Deadline Dates are 7/14/2008 (for the grant period of 10/1/2008-6/30/2009) and 10/13/2008 (for the grant period of 12/1/2008-6/30/2009. For more information, e-mail Morgan Lewis at mblewis@dos.state.fl.us or visit http://www.florida-arts.org/grants/ae/.
Ongoing. The Getty Foundation - Cataloguing of Museum Collections Grants (international), Los Angeles, CA. Funding supports full scholarly research and documentation of one or more distinct groups of objects in a museum's permanent collection by experienced scholars. Support is also available for the publication costs of catalogues. Museums and other nonprofit organizations are eligible applicants. For further information, visit http://www.getty.edu/grants/research/institutions/cataloguing.html.
The next deadline for the Individual Artist Fellowship Program will be 6/1/2008 for artists in the following disciplines: Interdisciplinary, Folk Arts, Music, Dance, Theatre and Literature. For further information, visit http://www.florida-arts.org/.
OASIS IS HERE! Time to set up your profiles! The Division of Cultural Affairs, Tallahassee, FL, has announced that the new Online Information System is now live on the web. OASIS is the new mechanism by which individuals will apply for funding from the Division. To access the system, individuals should visit the Division's website at www.florida-arts.org and click on the OASIS link on the Home Page. Anyone who wishes to interact with the Division (either for information or grant applications) should SET UP AN INDIVIDUAL PROFILE. There are detailed instructions available on the OASIS Support Site at http://www.florida-arts.org/oasis/. The Florida Artistlink e-mail list will remain the same; however you will be responsible for updating contact information, etc., for all grant applications through the OASIS system.
Attention All Touring Artists and Presenters! Travel Support Is Now Available! If you are a Florida resident touring artist (solo or part of an ensemble) or a Florida presenter who has never attended the APAP (Association of Performing Arts Presenters) Booking Conference, but always wanted to - you are eligible to apply for travel support to attend it. The Division of Cultural Affairs will provide up to $500 in conference travel support. For further information and application, visit http://www.florida-arts.org/FAPNInformation.htm
OPEN DEADLINE. The George Sugarman Foundation, Novato, CA, makes grants available for artists in need of financial assistance. Award amounts are open, but the artist must provide a budget for the amount requested. For further information, contact the George Sugarman Foundation, 448 Ignacio Boulevard, Novato, CA 94949, call 415.713.8167 or
e-mail ardensugarman@hotmail.com
OPEN DEADLINE. Fulbright grants are available for artists for 2-6 weeks to lecture and research abroad. No application fee. Stipends are available. Contact the Fulbright Senior Specialist Program, Council for International Exchange of Scholars, 3007 Tilden Street N.W., Suite 5L, Washington, DC 20008-3009, call 202.686.7877, e-mail apprequest@cies.iie.org or visit http://www.cies.org.
Google Grants - In-Kind Advertising Services to Nonprofits (national). The Google Grants Program supports organizations sharing its philosophy of community service to help the world in areas such as science and technology, education, global public health, the environment, youth advocacy and the arts. 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations are eligible. Grant amount is at least 3 months of in-kind free AdWords advertising. For further information, visit http://www.google.com/grants.
MetLife Foundation, Long Island City, NY. Support in the Areas of Health, Civic Affairs, Education, Culture and Public Broadcasting (national). Open Deadline. MetLife Foundation makes contributions only to organizations that have been granted exemption from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. For further information visit http://www.metlife.com/Applications/Corporate/WPS/CDA/PageGenerator/0,1674,P296,00.html
Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Fellowship. The John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation provides fellowships for advanced professionals in all fields (natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, creative arts) except the performing arts. Fellowships are not available for students. The Foundation only supports individuals. It does not make grants to institutions or organizations. For further information and application, write to the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, 90 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016, e-mail fellowships@gf.org or visit http://www.gf.org/.
NEA – Arts on Radio and Television grants are awarded to nonprofit organizations, state and local govern-ments or federally recognized Indian tribes or tribal communities to make the arts widely available to the public through nationally distributed television and radio programs. The program will support the develop-ment, production and national distribution of radio and television programs on the arts. For further information, call 202.682.5738 or visit www.arts.gov/grants/apply/RadioTV/index.html
National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is an independent grant-making agency of the United States government dedicated to supporting research, education, preservation and public programs in the humanities. Grants are offered in the following categories: Challenge Grants, Education Programs, Preservation and Access, Public Programs, Research Programs and Federal/State Partnerships. For deadlines and applications, visit www.neh.gov/grants
The Sundance Documentary Fund (SDF) is dedicated to supporting U.S. and international documentary films and videos focused on current and significant issues and movements in contemporary human rights, freedom of expression, social justice, and civil liberties. The Fund only accepts projects dealing with contemporary issues. Two categories will be considered for funding – development funds and works in progress. SDF works on a rolling submission basis. For further information, visit www.sundance.org
Grant Assistance available. The Artists' Fellowship, New York, NY, assists professional fine artists (painters, graphic artists, sculptors) and their families in times of emergency, disability or bereavement. Assistance is given without expectation of repayment. Last year, approximately $200,000 was granted. Contact the foundation at 646.230.9833 or visit www.artistsfellowship.com.
Mid-Career Artist Grants. The Adolph & Esther Gottlieb Foundation, New York, NY, provides individual support grants to artists with a minimum of 20 years in a mature phase. Last year 12 grants of $25,000 each were awarded. The Foundation also manages a grant program for emergencies to assist artists suffering from catastrophic emergency who have a minimum of ten years in a mature phase. Grant amounts range up to $10,000. Written requests are required for either category. Mail to The Gottlieb Foundation, 380 W. Broadway, New York, NY 10012. For more information, visit www.gottliebfoundation.org
Pollock-Krasner Foundation, Inc. was established for the sole purpose of providing financial assistance to individual working artists of established ability. Painters, sculptors, mixed media, installation artists and artists who work on paper may apply. Grants range from $1,000 to $30,000. Artists of all disciplines are assisted with medical, living or other expenses with emergency grants of $100-$500. Contact PKF, 863 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10021, fax 212.288.2836, e-mail grants@pkf.org or visit www.pkf.org.
Zocklein & Associates provide Grant Writing and Resource Development Workshops. For dates, locations and other information call 800.371.5703 or visit www.zockgrant.com
Xerox, www.freecolorprinters.com, makes color printers available to small businesses, nonprofits, government agencies, churches and educational institutions through an online application.
Getty Visual Arts Fellowships. The J. Paul Getty Trust invites applications for graduate student fellowships in visual arts. Visit www.getty.edu/grants/education
Conferences/Seminars/Workshops/Competitions
In partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts and the Creative Capital Foundation, the Division of Cultural Affairs is presenting a Creative Capital Foundation one-day Professional Development Workshop for Artists. The workshop is open to creative/generative artists, not interpretive (ex. the composer over the violinist; the playwright over the actor) residing in Florida and will take place in Palm Beach County, FL on 5/3/2008. For further information, contact Morgan Lewis, Arts Administrator at mblewis@dos.state.fl.us. The application form is available at http://www.florida-arts.org/projects/ccworkshops/ccworkshop08.html.
Convergence 2008, 6/25-28/2008. Save the date! Tampa Bay will be hosting The Handweaver’s Guild of America Convergence 2008 National Conference, where over 200 workshops, seminars, lecture topics and related exhibitions are presented by fiber art experts from all over the world. The Tampa Convention Center will be the hub of activity, with tours, workshops and exhibitions spread out from Lakeland to the east, Tarpon Springs to the north and Sarasota to the south for its more than 4,000 conference attendees. For further information, visit www.weavespindye.org.
Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, Gatlinburg, TN, is a nationally renowned center of contemporary arts and crafts education. Workshops are offered for one-week and weekends in the spring. Areas of study include ceramics, fibers, metals/jewelry, painting, drawing, photography, warm glass, woodturning, woodworking, sculpture, and book and paper arts. Artist residencies, assistantships, work-study, scholarships, community outreach, conferences and music programs contribute to Arrowmont’s mission of “enriching lives through art.” For further information, visit http://www.arrowmont.org/
Learn how to write winning grant proposals that get results. The mission of Resource Development Specialists, Inc., Brooksville, FL, is to increase the knowledge of individuals seeking funding through grant-writing by delivering a comprehensive, easy to learn curriculum along with a helpful array of services. For workshop information, call 888.540.9407 or visit www.rdsGRANTS.com
New workshops start every month at the Venue Actors Studio, 5124 9th Avenue N., St. Petersburg. For the current schedule, visit http://venueactorstudio.org or call 727.321.6531 for a brochure.
Documentary Film Workshops, http://der.org/services/workshops. Sign up for one-on-one tutorials or weekend work-shops on Funding, Selling or Editing the Documentary. Tutorials and workshops are held in MA. Call 800.569.6621.
Apprenticeships/Internships/Residencies
Three-month paid Internship. Hangar 25 Air Museum, Big Spring, TX. Responsibilities include a comprehensive inventory of current collection, data entry, artifact handling, working with exhibits, oral histories, some research and aiding in special events and programs. Must be undergraduate or graduate student in either a history or museum studies program. Stipend of $1,000 a month. Mail letter of interest and resume to Meghan F. Bias at 1911 Apron Drive, Big Spring, TX 79720 or e-mail hangar25@crcom.net.
2008-2009 Internship Opportunities. The Dallas Museum of Art, Dallas, TX, through the help of the Eugene McDermott Education Fund, will offer ten paid internship positions-four in the Museum's Education Department and six in its Curatorial Department. All positions will begin on 9/2/2008. The internships are intended for those individuals who wish to explore the possibilities of a career in museum work. For detailed information and application instructions, visit http://dallasmuseumofart.org/Dallas_Museum_of_Art/Join/ID_011214?ssSourceNodeId=1586&ssSourceSiteId=212.
Eleven-month Graduate Curatorial Internship, National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C. Opportunities to gain curatorial experience in a museum setting for advanced Ph.D. students and recent Ph.D. recipients. Neither previous museum experience nor a stated goal of a museum career required. Work with curators on permanent collection and exhibition projects. International program. Stipend: $34,000 for full-time, eleven months (9/7/2008-8/7/2009). International candidates will be considered. For further information and application instructions, visit http://www.nga.gov/education/interned.shtm.
American Stage, St. Petersburg, FL, is currently accepting applications for Internships in Arts Administration, Educa-tion, Directing, Scenic/Technical, Costumes and Stage Management. The program will provide a professional training experience for Performing Arts majors, recent graduates or those interested in pursuing a career in professional theatre. College credit may also be available. Applicants must have solid computer experience, demonstrate a strong interest in furthering their professional development and a commitment to working in a regional theatre. For further information, contact Julie Rowe, Director of Education at 727.823.1600, ext. 201 or e-mail julierowe@americanstage.org.
The St. Petersburg Clay Company (SPCC), St. Petersburg, FL, is accepting applications for its Artist-in-Residence Program. Those selected for the one-year program will be required to work at least 12 hours a week at SPCC. In exchange, residents receive 24-hour access to the facilities, discounted firings, display space for finished work, teaching opportunities, free admission to workshops and studio space. Applications are accepted year-round. For further information, call 727.896.2529 or visit www.stpeteclay.com.
Arts in Learning Internship. VSAarts and its affiliated organizations are committed to increasing education opportunities and outcomes for people with disabilities across the United States and around the world. Efforts are supported by funds provided through the U.S. Department of Education under the No Child Left Behind Act. Internship will focus on supporting the research and evaluation efforts of VSAarts. Must be senior college-level or graduate student. Persons with disabilities and minorities are encouraged to apply. Salary based on experience and education level. For more information, e-mail katies@vsarts.org.
Resources: Publications/Catalogs/Directories
The Artist Help Network,http://www.artisthelpnetwork.com, is a free information service designed to help artists take control of their careers. The network assists artists in locating information, resources, guidance and advice on a comprehensive range of career-related topics. It focuses primarily on subjects of interest to fine artists. Those working in the applied arts, arts administration and arts-related fields will also find this site useful.
Grants & Fundraising Resources in Florida. Fundsnet Online Services, a comprehensive Fundraising & Grantwriting privately-owned website, was created in 1996 for the purpose of providing nonprofit organizations, colleges and universities with information on financial resources available on the Internet. They strive to provide visitors the latest information available in terms of funding, fundraising and scholarship opportunities. For further information, visit http://www.fundsnetservices.com/florida.htm.
Established in 1956, and today supported by more than 600 foundations, the Foundation Center, http://foundationcenter.org/, is the nation's leading authority on philanthropy, connecting nonprofits and the grantmakers supporting them to tools they can use and information they can trust. The Center maintains the most comprehensive database on U.S. grantmakers and their grants - a robust, accessible knowledge bank for the sector. It also operates research, education and training programs designed to advance philanthropy at every level. The Center’s website provides access to free resources in its five regional library/learning centers and its national network of more than 340 Cooperating Collections.
The Artist's Marketplace is a comprehensive directory that connects you with the sources of the products, services and information that you need for your creative needs. Finding information is easy. Visit http://www.artists-marketplace.com.
Designed with the artist in mind – artists are categorized according to medium and genre. View hundreds of articles, galleries and videos from The Artist’s Magazine, Watercolor Artist and The Pastel Journal. You can also join online communities, find back issues, explore our artist resources and enter our competitions! Visit http://www.artistsnetwork.com.
http://www.artistsregistry.com is a member supported network of artists, galleries, museums and art organizations, each helping the other in an online arts community. The website provides a comprehensive directory, allowing easy access to a wealth of information involving the arts community. The size of their directory, the volume of artwork in portfolios and the activity on their message board all contribute to a strong impact on the Internet and in the arts community.
Fine Art America is the premier online marketplace for browsing and purchasing fine art originals and fine art prints. It is also the easiest way to stay in touch with your local art scene! The interactive website is designed to bring together artists, art galleries and fine-art collectors by providing power tools to all three groups. Membership is free, but participation in the print-on-demand program costs $30/year. For further information, e-mail support@fineartamerica.com or visit http://fineartamerica.com/.
Largo Library Resources. The Largo Library, Largo, FL, has a brochure titled Resources for Writers, that lists the many books for writers they have available. A copy can be obtained at the library located at 120 Central Park Drive, Largo, FL. For further information, call 727.587.6715.
Tampa Artist is a fine art organization dedicated to presenting visual arts exhibitions/events and linking Tampa artists to other artists in the Tampa and St. Petersburg community. www.tampaartist.com is concerned with the audience for contemporary art and artists and is designed to give fine artists a voice and venue to be heard and seen.
Visit www.AnythingArts.com, a free bi-monthly electronic newsletter, by artists for artists, distributed by e-mail every two weeks to promote everything from the funky avant garde to high brow mainstream art.
The Craft Emergency Relief Fund (CERF) is an organization whose mission is "to strengthen and sustain the careers of craft artists across the United States.” CERF provides direct financial and educational assistance to craft artists, including emergency relief assistance, business development support and resources and referrals on topics such as health, safety, and insurance. CERF advocates, engages in research and backs policy that supports craft artists' careers and their website includes valuable resources available online that can help artists of any discipline or medium access disaster relief programs and opportunities. For further information, visit http://craftemergency.org/.
Art Addiction Virtual Museum realized that the traditional notion of exhibiting, viewing and buying art through galleries and exhibitions could be simplified by appropriating the Internet to redefine the traditional modus operandi concerning the display and purchase of art. Utilizing the Internet as a viewing space and virtual environment, the Museum has become the definitive Art-Creator to Art-Consumer arena. The annual and biennial medial global art exhibitions ask contemporary artists and members of today’s cyber-community to choose a maximum of 12 works of art to expose for one year on Art Addiction Medial Museum. For current calls to artists and further information, visit http://www.artaddiction.net/index.htm.
The Marie Walsh Sharpe Art Foundation’s publication, “A Visual Artist’s Guide to Estate Planning”, is now available at www.sharpeartfdn.org/estateplnbook/estateplanning.htm. Free to read or download. If you have any questions, call the Foundation at 800.776.9815.
The not-for-profit site, www.ArtBuzz.org, is online and free for artists. The goal of the site is to promote visual arts with an emphasis on Florida (home base, Pinellas County) and provide information for artists and arts lovers – art market, art community news, artists listings by medium, galleries and art organizations listings, featured artists, calls-to-artists, etc. For further information, call Tony Blue, founder & publisher at 727.595.5311 or visit www.ArtBuzz.org.
In January 2005, ArtandDesignOnline.com emerged with the vision of bringing the worlds of art and design together. Thousands of talented people have taken notice and joined the global community! The goal is to create an interactive visual directory that facilitates energy exchanges around the planet--where the world of art and design is just a click away! There is no fee. For further information, contact Heather@ArtandDesignOnline.com.
Pinellas County Local Sources is an easy to use grant reference that lists 183 funding sources located in Pinellas County, FL. For ordering information, contact Karen Eber Davis Consulting, P.O. Box 5464, Sarasota, FL 34277, call 941.924.4860 or visit www.kedconsult.com.
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