The Crocker-Kingsley Exhibition was first juried in 1940, a tradition that continues to the present day. Over the past 80 years, this prestigious show has included many premier names in American and California art, including Robert Arneson, Elmer Bischoff, Fred Dalkey, David Gilhooly, Ralph Goings, Gregory Kondos, Roland Petersen, Mel Ramos, Ruth Rippon, and Wayne Thiebaud. Works selected by this year’s juror, Emma Saperstein, Chief Curator and Director of Education at SLOMA, will be on display in all 4 galleries at Blue Line Arts.
Multidisciplinary
Projects and Programs Manager/Teaching Artist
The Mariposa County Arts Council is seeking a Programs and Project Manager to work closely with community/regional/state partners and stakeholders to facilitate the development and delivery of the organization’s youth, adult and public programming and community-centric creative placemaking and creative youth development projects and initiatives. This position will also lead the creation and implementation of a wide variety of standards aligned, sequential, rigorous K-12 arts education curriculum for the community. Alongside program development and delivery, community partnerships and audience/participant engagement, the Program and Project Manager will monitor quality control of all programs, work with other Arts Council staff on annual and multi-year strategies, and serve as outward facing liaison for the organization.
The ideal candidate will have strong operational awareness, stellar interpersonal skills, a demonstrated commitment to arts learning and engagement, and the ability to center partnerships and relationships, audience engagement and community care.
COMPENSATION: $23-28 per hour depending on experience
STATUS: Regular, Part Time
HOURS: 28-32 hours per week; nights and weekends as needed.
LOCATION: In-office (Mariposa, CA) and community sites (across Mariposa County). Eligible for some hybrid/remote work as determined in coordination with supervisor.
REPORTS TO: Executive Director
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES include:
- Manage and facilitate the Arts Council’s programming and creative placemaking projects, including: partnership engagement, planning, implementation, documentation and evaluation
- Support the organization’s team of teaching artists and serve as a teaching artist when needed
- Cultivate meaningful relationships and open communications with community/regional/state-level partnering organizations, teaching artists, artists, contractors and consultants, program participants and audience members, and the community at-large
- Serve as a key face of the Arts Council in the community.
- Stay current with and advise the Executive Director on innovative strategies, processes and approaches to achieve results through programmatic activities
- Develop and maintain accurate and compelling reporting and storytelling as it relates to programs and audience/community goals
- Assist with front facing aspects of the organization’s Membership program
- Represent the Arts Council at conferences, professional networking forums, field convenings, public presentations, trainings, and workshops
QUALIFICATIONS
- Keen understanding of community centric programming and creative placemaking
- General experience working in an artistic field
- Ability to think programmatically, strategically, relationally
- Excellent track record working collaboratively with teams, partners, stakeholders, including planning, implementing and evaluating with an eye on contractual requirements, funder commitments and the organization’s own metrics for success and impact
- Proven experience with building and cultivating programs and community partnerships
- Significant curriculum development and teaching experience
- Excellent communication (verbal and written)
- Confident with basic office and website design software and comfortable with graphic design and customer relationship management software
- Strict adherence to confidentiality policies
TO APPLY
Send resume and cover letter by August 19, 2022 to goger@mariposaartscouncil.org with the subject line “Projects and Programs Manager”
ABOUT THE MARIPOSA COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL
The Mariposa County Arts Council, Inc. (Arts Council) serves as Mariposa County’s local arts agency and its designated State Local Partner to the California Arts Council. Our work is situated at the intersection of cultural and civic life and we work to support the social, cultural, ecological, and economic vitality of our community through the arts in the following ways:
- Produce and present artistic and cultural programming
- Provide and support rigorous and relevant arts learning (preK-12, adult education, creative aging, etc.)
- Engage in community development through creative placemaking and cultural projects, programs and policy as informed by community stakeholders
- Foster local, regional and statewide partnerships and collaboration
- Lead and promote arts advocacy efforts at the local, state, or national level
- Provide support to cultural organizations, artists, and creative initiatives
- Facilitate economic development efforts that support the creative economy through arts industries and creative placemaking
MISSION STATEMENT
The Arts Council is an incorporated not-for-profit organization, created to promote and support all forms of the cultural arts, for all ages, throughout Mariposa County.
VALUES STATEMENT
We believe that they arts contribute significantly to the vibrancy and health of Mariposa County, and our programs and the services we provide are designed to benefit our community in the following ways:
- Utilize the arts as an equalizer that can create a level playing field where underrepresented voices can be heard, amplified and engaged
- Foster awareness of the wide range of artistic voices and media offering different lenses of interpretation for our community, environment and world
- Contribute to the health of all people by engaging them in the creation and appreciation of art
- Leverage the many positive facets of art for constructive community engagement, civic dialogue, environmental preservation, and social change
- Act as a conduit to better connect the community of Mariposa to issues, movements and opportunities beyond its boundaries
- Serve the diverse interests of residents living in and around Mariposa County
- Positively increase the visibility of Mariposa
- Provide opportunities for collaboration among individuals, organizations, businesses and civic leaders in Mariposa and beyond
- Support the local economy
RACIAL EQUITY STATEMENT
The Arts Council endeavors to grow an inclusive organization and creative culture in Mariposa buoyed by multiple perspectives, prioritizing equity and strengthening our ability to see each other more clearly. Therefore, we:
- Actively commit ourselves to the just and fair inclusion of all people into a society in which all can participate, prosper and reach their full potential, celebrating the complexity and strength that equity brings to every facet of life in Mariposa County
- Embrace the work of confronting and addressing systemic inequities, historic oppression and racism seeded throughout our social, cultural, environmental and economic landscape
- Recognize the power of representation and honor our community by welcoming people from all backgrounds and life experiences to our leadership table, partnership network, staff family and community of program participants and audience members
- Proceed guided by kindness, honesty, grace, openness, generosity, humility, and inclusivity.
The Mariposa County Arts Council is an equal opportunity employer. We will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, ability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Our policy reflects and affirms the Mariposa County Arts Council’s commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all discriminatory practices.
Vice President of External Relations
Armory Center for the Arts based in Pasadena, California, seeks an exceptional and experienced Vice President of External Relations to lead the organization’s development and marketing/communications departments (contributed revenue of approximately $1.9 million or 66.5% of total operating budget and includes 4 staff) and will play a critical role within the institution’s leadership team as the organization enters its next phase of growth and further positions itself for long-term success.
This executive-level position reports to the President/Executive Director and will work with a dynamic team of advancement professionals, program directors, board members, development committee, and advisory board members to meet annual and long range contributed income goals. Serving as the organization’s chief development officer, the Vice President of External Relations will conceptualize, plan, and execute a strategic and coordinated program to both communicate the organization’s overall story and identify and tap opportunities to increase contributions through major and planned giving, membership, annual fund, direct response/e-philanthropy, corporate and foundation support, government funding, and special events.
Organizational Overview
Armory Center for the Arts nurtures our community and its young people by creating, learning, and presenting art to advance equity and social justice. Deeply committed to cultural equity and community empowerment, the Armory presents contemporary art exhibitions, performances, and educational experiences at its main facility in Pasadena and offsite throughout the City of Pasadena and Greater Los Angeles. For more information on the Armory, visit armoryarts.org/about.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and hands-on oversight for the External Affairs team including budgeting, assessing the department, defining short- and long-term goals, objectives, methods, quantifiable outcomes, and timelines that will achieve budgeted goals and ensure accountability.
- Play a major role in board relations and experience including leading the Development Committee and providing reports to the Board, Finance, and Development Committees.
- Play a strong leadership role integrating development considerations and effort across the organization. Collaborate with Program Directors to identify funding needs to further the organization’s efforts to reach and engage new diverse audiences and enhance member & donor experience.
- Develop and analyze data-driven research to help inform organization-wide initiatives.
- Develop and execute the organization’s overall development strategy to meet short-term and long-term fundraising goals through corporate, government and foundation, individual giving, membership, and planned giving to meet and then increase current fundraising goals.
- Build and cultivate a portfolio of high net-worth donors including personally identifying and soliciting funding prospects; ensure the President/Executive Director, Board Members and Development staff are actively and consistently meeting with donors and potential funders.
- Oversee institutional giving providing strategic oversight and working directly on larger grant opportunities and grants management in collaboration with programs staff.
- Oversee the annual fundraising benefit in partnership with a volunteer committee and staff.
Supervise the day-to-day functioning of the Development Team, including the Development Assistant, Development Manager and Grants Writer. - In partnership with the Director of Communications, oversee development and execution of organization-wide marketing plan.
- With a goal of expanding diverse participation as well as the Armory’s brand/identity awareness, the organization’s integrated marketing communications strategy includes advertising, public relations, digital and social media efforts as well as strategic partnerships.
Qualifications
The Armory is seeking an exceptional leader who will contribute to the overall strength and future impact of the institution. Applicants should have at the minimum an undergraduate degree and at least 8 years of relevant experience, with a minimum of 3 years in a managerial role.
The ideal candidate will have:
- A background in institutional development at various levels, proven fundraising record of achievement soliciting major gifts, building and cultivating relationships, and utilizing a strong network of contacts, and capacity to formulate both traditional and entrepreneurial strategies.
- Experience with Capital Campaign is a plus.
- Demonstrated leadership in cultural equity and inclusion and a passion for the Armory’s mission
- Demonstrated understanding and commitment to contemporary art and community-based arts education and its funding landscape, locally and nationally is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to direct and execute effective strategies and tactics for marketing, social and traditional media, and public relations.
- Experience in developing and managing budgets and establishing clear direction, operating against objectives, and meeting deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills – ability to build consensus across internal and external constituents and work successfully and collaboratively with diverse board members, volunteers, senior management, and professional colleagues.
- Demonstrated ability to select, train, motivate, and inspire staff, while holding them accountable for their performance.
- Strategic thinker who has superior organization and attention to detail and the ability to creatively problem solve.
- Energetic and enthusiastic leader, comfortable with both the creative elements and technical components of the role and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Working mastery of computer programs including G (Google) Suite, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, and a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.
- Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s degree or Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) accreditation preferred.
- Availability to periodically work evening hours or weekend days.
Compensation/Benefits
This position is a full-time exempt position. The annual salary range is $98,000-120,000 and will be based on experience and track record of results. The Armory offers a health plan, generous vacation package and 17 days of holiday, free parking, flexible spending plan opportunities for professional development, and tuition-free Armory classes.
COVID Vaccination Policy
For the safety and well-being of the entire community, Armory Center for the Arts requires that all staff, students, and visitors be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus before they will be allowed in an Armory facility, exhibit space, classroom, or office.
How to Apply
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to careers@armoryarts.org. In the subject line of the email, please write “Vice President of External Affairs.” No phone calls, please.
The Armory will receive applications until the position is filled.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of the Armory Center for the Arts to provide all persons with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, veteran or marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Director of Outreach and Education – Montalvo Arts Center
For over eight decades, Montalvo has fostered a vision of creativity, experimentation, and universal access to the arts. Built around the national historic landmark “Villa Montalvo,” and gardens and grounds designed by the landscape designer of Golden Gate Park, Montalvo embraces art as the ultimate gift to humanity, an enduring treasure, and a place where all people can belong and find enrichment through the arts.
In seeking its Director, Outreach and Education, Montalvo is placing equal weight on each aspect of the role. We seek someone who not only has the educational and pedagogical experience to devise meaningful opportunities for children and adults to participate in the creative process, but who is also committed to building authentic relationships with the people, communities, and organizations in the South Bay and Peninsula areas. Every element of this work is embedded in our values, and we will look to the person in this role to challenge us to live up to our highest aspirations. The ideal candidate’s specific qualifications include:
- 5+ years of experience developing, implementing, and managing multidisciplinary arts education programs, including experience in a supervisory role developing and managing staff
(Note: Individuals whose work has focused on a single artistic discipline should address their experience working across disciplines). - 5+ years of experience developing, implementing, and managing community outreach programs, including experience engaging diverse communities.
- Experience managing committees and working with partners to implement projects/programs is preferred.
- MA in Arts Education or related field of study is preferred. Bilingual Spanish or Mandarin preferred.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as core values.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with diverse partners and audiences.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and ability to advance multiple projects simultaneously.
- DOJ LiveScan fingerprint clearance and CPR/First Aid certification are required.
This position will be located in Saratoga, CA.
DRiWaterstone Human Capital is leading this search. To learn more or apply, please visit https://driwaterstonehc.com/position/montalvo-director/
VENUE OPERATIONS COORDINAT
Cal Performances is seeking a full time Venue Operations Coordinator.
Cal Performances is the performing arts presenting, commissioning, and producing organization based at the University of California, Berkeley. The mission of Cal Performances is to produce and present performances of the highest artistic quality, enhanced by programs that explore compelling intersections of education and the performing arts. The organization delivers a diverse artistic and educational mission to the University and surrounding communities, as well as internationally through its digital platforms, maintaining a budget size of roughly $18M and roughly 60 full-time staff, 90 student employees, and 200 volunteers — all serving approximately 250,000 audience members plus another 200,000 through other promoters every year in our five main venues.
The Venue Operations Coordinator reports to the Venue Operations Manager of Cal Performances and is responsible for supporting the overall administration of our venue(s) operations and building security for Cal Performances. The incumbent supervises the stage door staff and is responsible for ensuring that artists, staff, students, and patrons receive excellent customer service and sufficient building security during all hours of operation.
Please visit https://jobs.berkeley.edu/ (search by the Job ID #39293) or https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucb/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=21&JobOpeningId=39293&PostingSeq=1 for a complete job description and to apply.
Ticketing and Retail Sales Associate
The part-time Ticketing & Retail Sales Associate is a critical public-facing member of OMCA’s staff, who works as part of a collaborative, cross-functional team to welcome guests, sell tickets, memberships, and merchandise, and to provide a high standard of guest experience for a wide-range of on campus activities including gallery admission, garden programs, and private event rentals. The position is approximately 19 hours per week: Wednesday 10:00-4:30, Thursday 10:00-4:30, and Friday 2:00-9:30.
