by Carole Epp | May 28, 2017 | job posting
Pottery Northwest is the Pacific Northwest’s premier ceramic facility. Founded in 1966 as a nonprofit arts organization, Pottery Northwest is a longtime and vibrant source of programming in the Seattle arts community. Artists from around the world come to Pottery Northwest in the spirit of artistic dialogue and as a formative step in their professional careers. World-class professional artist residencies, exhibitions featuring traditional and contemporary work, community classes and an engaging lecture series spanning many years are all features of this fixture at Seattle Center.
Pottery Northwest is currently seeking a Communications Manager. The position will remain open until filled. Anticipated start date is early-June.
Job Title: Communications Manager
Hours: Part-time/16-24hrs per week
Reports to: Executive Director
Rate: $16-$20/hr
Communications Manager will be required to work in shared office, with flexibility to work remotely. Some weekends and evenings will be required. A PC computer may be available for use, but provision of own device is preferred.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work collaboratively with staff to develop and coordinate ongoing local and national publicity efforts
- Write and distribute press releases and media advisories for all programs
- Cultivate media relationships and work with Executive Director to pitch feature stories, reviews, and other media coverage to mass media and target markets
- Archive media coverage
- Document exhibitions and events
- Assist with donor research, organization and storage of information
- Coordinate the ongoing assessment and evolution of marketing and community outreach plan
- Develop, produce and distribute marketing materials
- Manage Pottery Northwest’s online presence, including website, social media, and other information portals
- Ensure that online content is relevant and up to date
- Assist Executive Director in writing and editing program descriptions and grant narratives.
- Conceive and implement targeted marketing and program outreach
- Monitor online engagement
- Design materials for print, promotion and the web
- Manage organization newsletter and listserv via Constant Contact
- Assist in creating web forms for receiving applications for various programs
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 1-2 years experience working in a professional marketing and public relations environment
- Strong written communications skills
- Strong organizational skills and the ability interact positively and professionally with staff and constituents and to perform job duties while in stressful situations
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and to complete tasks on deadline thoroughly and efficiently
- Solid professional computer experience with Microsoft Office Suite
- Basic knowledge of WordPress and Constant Contact
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and HTML
- Familiarity with Seattle arts and culture landscape
- Familiarity with the national ceramics community
- Photography and design skills
- IT problem solving abilities
- Grant writing and grant reporting experience
- Experience working within a nonprofit arts organization
- Ability to work under tight deadlines with a quick turn around
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Receive, process, and maintain information through oral and written communications effectively
- Substantial physical movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
- Ability to extend hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction with good eye and hand coordination
- Lift, move, and carry up to 20 pounds on occasion
COMPENSATION
- Salary DOE
- Somewhat flexible schedule (some evening/weekend hours may be required)
- Free entry into a ceramics class each quarter
TO APPLY
Send a cover letter, resume, work sample(s), two professional references to [email protected]. Please submit 1-3 work samples including at least one press release or similar writing sample. Please submit samples as URLs or PDFs.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Pottery Northwest fosters a creative and professional environment that reflects the diversity of Seattle. We strongly encourage qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
by Carole Epp | May 4, 2017 | job posting
Marlboro College invites applications from broadly trained, dedicated teachers for a Visual Arts Fellow in Ceramics for the 2017-18 academic year. The fellow will teach introductory and intermediate courses in Ceramics and maintain the ceramics studio and teaching spaces. Applicants should be solidly grounded in the vessel tradition; should have knowledge of form, function, and design principles; and should also have knowledge of the diverse field of contemporary ceramics. The successful candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm for and ability to maintain the studio, kilns, and glazing facility. College teaching beyond the graduate assistant level desired. MFA or equivalent professional experience required.
Marlboro College is noted for its intellectual rigor and lively classroom discussion. We are committed to the development of clear writing and a global perspective. Our over 200 undergraduate students enjoy a 5:1 student-faculty ratio, a voice in governing the community, and individualized courses of study on a 350-acre campus in the hills of southern Vermont. Marlboro College is an Equal Opportunity employer. The faculty, students, and staff share a commitment to diversity and the values of equality, inclusion, and respect for all human differences.
Application consideration begins immediately; position begins September 2017. Electronic attachments to the online application should include: a letter of application including statements on teaching philosophy and teaching experience; a curriculum vitae; artist statement; images of artwork and, if available, student work; and evidence of effective teaching, including course evaluations if available. In addition, applicants will need to provide the names and contact information for three references, at least one of whom should be able to speak to their teaching.
Full details and application process here.
by Carole Epp | May 4, 2017 | job posting
The Lawrence Arts Center is seeking a part-time Exhibitions Coordinator to join our Exhibitions Team. Strong administrative skills are a must for this position – experience with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, is necessary, as well as the ability to use database and donation software. Previous gallery and installation experience is preferred.
Learn more at https://lawrenceartscenter.org/about-us/employment/
by Carole Epp | Mar 20, 2017 | job posting, monday morning eye candy, technical tuesday
The Lawrence Arts Center is seeking a Studio Manager. Located 35 minutes
out of Kansas City, in the college town of Lawrence KS, the Lawrence
Arts Center is a hub of arts and culture in the region. The Studio
Manager at the Arts Center is responsible for keeping all studios in top
working order and for ensuring that teachers, staff and students have
the supplies, equipment and facilities needed for a superior educational
experience. The Studio Manager acts as the chief procurement officer
for the education programs at the Lawrence Arts Center, is the primary
liaison between education programs and facilities, and provides
programmatic support to the arts education programs. The Studio Manager
is a core member of the Education Team who works closely with faculty,
and in partnership with the Director of Youth Education, Director of
Adult Education and Residencies, Director of Early Education, Print
Studio Fellow, and reports to the Chief Program Officer. Position is
full time, flexible schedule. Salary is commensurate with experience,
and offers an excellent benefits package that includes health insurance,
vacation, sabbatical opportunities, retirement and employee assistance
plan. Starting date for position is June 2017.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A graduate degree in visual art
- Advanced experience in ceramics, especially firing gas and electric kilns
- Established experience running visual art studios
- Firsthand experience with artist in residency programs
- Wide range of knowledge in a variety of visual art mediums, studios and procedures
To apply, send resume, cover letter and references to:
Margaret Weisbrod Morris, Chief Program Officer: [email protected]
by Carole Epp | Mar 20, 2017 | call for entry, job posting, monday morning eye candy, technical tuesday
Deadline to submit: June 30, 2017
Artshow.com is currently accepting entries for the 13th annual Art Kudos International Juried Competition at www.artkudos.com.
Open to all artists ages 18 and older working in the following media:
drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, digital art, sculpture,
installations, ceramics, fiber, wood, glass, and mixed media. Media not
accepted: video/film, wearable art.
A total of $4,500 will be awarded as follows: Best of Show – $1,200;
Second Place – $1,000; Third Place – $750; Founder’s Award of
Distinction – $500; (3) Merit Awards – $250 each; (3) Honorable Mentions
– $100 each.
Awards Judge: Mike Calway-Fagen is an artist, writer, and curator
based in Athens, GA where he is Assistant Professor of Sculpture at the
University of Georgia.
$35 entry fee. Guidelines & entry form: http://www.artkudos.com/prospectus.html
