Art Room Gallery is proud to announce their 3rd “Portrait” Online Art Competition for the month of April. This is an international competition and we invite artists and photographers from around the world to submit their best artworks related to the Portrait theme. A portrait may be a single person, a group, or self-portrait. A variety of interpretations of the Portrait theme can be submitted. All visual art mediums are acceptable (painting, photography, drawing, sculpture, digital, prints, fiber art, collage or installation art) except sound and video art. All winning artists will receive a digital award certificate. First, second and third place will be largely displayed with an article about the artist and their work. Winning artwork (First place) will be on the poster of the show. $15 for 2 images of artwork. Deadline: April 15, 2021.
Full Time
Collections Assistant
An Affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution and AAM accredited, the Japanese American National Museum (JANM.org) is recognized as one of the nation’s premier cultural museums. JANM’s permanent collections has over 150,000 objects that chronicle the Japanese American experience in its entirety from early immigration to the present.
The Collections Assistant will advance collections-related work on the new core exhibition as well as assist with other collections-related projects, including, but not limited to: artifact donation offers, research requests, cataloging and rehousing artifacts, collections care, exhibition installations and deinstallations, and loans. Position is temporary with funding through 6/30/2024.
For the new core exhibition: compile and track information on artifacts under consideration for the new core exhibition and share with lead curator and exhibition development team; maintain the artifact checklist for the exhibition and produce object reports as requested by the lead curator and exhibition development team; coordinate digitization of artifacts, artworks, and archival materials under consideration for the new core exhibition.
Minimum 2 years of experience working in a museum or library, preferably working with an artifact or archival collection. Understanding of museum registrarial processes and procedures is a plus. Knowledge of collections management databases, particularly TMS is preferred.
High school diploma required, bachelor’s degree preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Able to maintain positive relations with a wide variety of internal and external constituents. Internet savvy, MS Office, Google Calendar, Gmail, TMS preferred. Adobe Photoshop skills are ideal.
Visit www.janm.org/jobs for full description. EOE.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, ERISA 403(b), FSA, 17 paid holidays, sick and vacation time, complimentary family level membership, on-site parking, discounts in museum store and at on-site Chado Tea Room. Adjacent to Metro Gold Line’s Little Tokyo/Arts District station.
To apply, submit: Cover Letter, application form and resume with references. For application see janm.org/jobs/apply
Japanese American National Museum
Attn: Human Resources
Re: Collections Assistant
100 N. Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Email: hr@janm.org
Fax (213) 830-5673
No Phone Calls Please
Media Arts Assistant
Named one of “America’s Cultural Treasures” by the Ford Foundation, the Japanese American National Museum is a Smithsonian affiliate and AAM accredited. Based in Downtown LA’s historic Little Tokyo, JANM’s award-winning Frank H. Watase Media Arts Center (MAC) is committed to promoting thoughtful exploration, understanding and appreciation of America’s pluralistic society through an innovative program of media documentation and preservation, production and presentation.
The Media Arts Assistant is responsible for assisting in the development and production of media products for MAC. Position is temporary with funding through June 30, 2024
The Media Arts Assistant will assist and support MAC staff at all stages of production, including camera work, editing, coordinating film production, archive management, researching new stories, collecting material for grant proposals and potential media projects. Assists in web-related video production. Prepares clips and uploads content to YouTube, DiscoverNikkei.org, and other social media platforms. Works with other JANM departments to fulfill their web video content needs. Livestreams public programs.
Bachelor’s degree required. Must have at least 3 years film/video experience. Willingness to learn and apply new skills. Flexible hours are a must; some weekend and occasional weeknight hours required. Able to maintain positive relations with a wide variety of internal and external constituents. Knowledge of digital cameras (Sony FS7), camera supports, lighting, audio recording, video file formats and codecs. Experience with Apple computers, both Apple and Adobe software (Final Cut Pro, Premier Effects, Motion, Photoshop, etc).
Visit www.janm.org/jobs for full description. EOE.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, ERISA 403(b), FSA, 17 paid holidays, sick and vacation time, complimentary family level membership, on-site parking, discounts in museum store and at on-site Chado Tea Room. Adjacent to Metro Gold Line’s Little Tokyo/Arts District station.
To apply, submit: Cover Letter, application form and resume with references. Application available on line at janm.org/jobs/apply
Japanese American National Museum
Attn: Human Resources
Re: Media Arts Assistant
100 N. Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Email: hr@janm.org
Fax (213) 830-5673
No Phone Calls Please
Collections Digitization Specialist
The Japanese American National Museum (JANM.org) is recognized as one of the nation’s premier cultural museums and its permanent collections has over 150,000 objects that chronicle the Japanese American experience in its entirety from early immigration to the present. JANM is a Smithsonian affiliate and AAM accredited.
In support of research and development for a new core exhibition, the National Parks Service Japanese American Confinement Sites-funded collections digitization grant, and ongoing work to document the permanent collection, JANM Collections Management & Access department (CMA) seeks a digitization specialist to advance digitization and make the digital assets and accompanying metadata available in TMS Collections as well as through eMuseum, JANM’s web-publishing platform. Position is temporary with funding through 6/30/2024.
Minimum 2 years of experience working in a museum or library, preferably working with an artifact or archival collection. High school diploma required, bachelor’s degree preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Able to maintain positive relations with a wide variety of internal and external constituents. Internet savvy, MS Office, Google Calendar, Gmail, TMS, Adobe Photoshop preferred.
Visit janm.org/jobs for full job description and application form.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, ERISA 403(b), FSA, 17 paid holidays, sick and vacation time, complimentary family level membership, on-site parking, discounts in museum store and at on-site Chado Tea Room. Adjacent to Metro Gold Line’s Little Tokyo/Arts District station.
To apply, submit: Cover Letter, application form and resume with references
Japanese American National Museum
Attn: Human Resources
Re: Collections Digitization Specialist
100 N. Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Email: hr@janm.org
Fax (213) 830-5673
No Phone Calls Please
Facilities Administrative Assistant
Named one of “America’s Cultural Treasures” by the Ford Foundation, the Japanese American National Museum is a Smithsonian affiliate and AAM accredited.
JANM is based in Downtown LA’s historic Little Tokyo. Its campus includes the Gyo Obata designed Pavilion, the former Nishi Hongwanji Temple built in 1925, and an expansive public plaza. In addition to gallery, office, event, and meeting spaces, JANM has the 200 seat Tateuchi Democracy Forum theatre.
The Facilities Administrative Assistant provides administrative support to the Facilities Department that oversees maintenance, security, information technology, and facility rentals. Duties include phone calls, email, invoices/billing, vendor files, correspondence, supply orders, payment request, keycard, parking permit, building key logs and assisting the Facilities/Security Director with updating maintenance schedules and coordination of museum equipment repairs. On occasion provide lunch break for Visitor Services Associates at admission desk. This position includes occasional weekend, early morning, or evening hours and requires some flexibility on scheduling based upon facilities schedule.
Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, humanities or related field preferred. Minimum of 2 years’ experience working as an administrative assistant or receptionist and handling payments in a museum or office setting. At least 1 year of event planning or marketing and customer service experience is preferred. Ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines. Excellent organizational skills with strong proofreading skills and ability to prepare invoices for clients. Professional phone manner is essential. Demonstrate commitment and flexibility at all times in order to ensure high quality service. Familiarity with Little Tokyo Community desired and knowledge of Japanese American history and culture a plus. Experience with MS Office, G Suite preferred; familiarity with ESpace and Altru beneficial. Position funded through 6/30/24. Visit www.janm.org/jobs for full description. EOE.
Benefits: M, D, ERISA 403(b), FSA, 17 holidays, sick, vacation time, on-site parking, discounts in museum store and Chado Tea Room. Metro Gold Line adjacent.
To Apply Submit: Cover Letter, application form and resume. For application, see janm.org/jobs
Japanese American National Museum
Attn: Human Resources
Re: Facilities Administrative Assistant
100 N. Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Email: hr@janm.org
No Phone Calls Please
Procurement Administrator
The California Arts Council is seeking a Procurement Administrator (Associate Governmental Program Analyst) to join our operations team. Under the direction of the Staff Services Manager I, the Procurement Administrator independently performs the more complex and technical analytical work related to the agency’s procurement and contracting processes utilizing various Microsoft Office programs, training materials, the Financial Information System for California (Fi$Cal), the California Contracts Register and eProcurement while following the State Contracting Manual (SCM) and the State Administrative Manual (SAM).
Click here to view the duty statement and apply at CalCareers: https://jobs.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=244566
Individuals who are new to state service must have Associate Governmental Program Analyst list eligibility in order to gain employment as an Associate Governmental Program Analyst with any state agency. Click here to learn more about the education/experience exam, available online.
Statement of Qualifications:
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. The SOQ is a narrative discussion of how a candidate’s education, training, experience and skills qualify that candidate for the position. Resumes DO NOT take the place of the SOQ. The Statement must be typed and not more than 1 page in length, using no less than 11 point Arial font and respond to the following questions:
1. Describe, in detail, your experience in and knowledge of the PROCUREMENT process in the California State service.
2. Describe in detail your experience with California State contracts.
3. (Optional) If applicable, you may include any unique work experience or knowledge you possess that qualifies you for this position.
