Cantabile Youth Singers of Silicon Valley (www.cantabile.org) invites interest from leaders passionate about the arts and youth programming to serve as its Executive Director.
Learn more and apply at https://tinyurl.com/CACcys01
California
Controller
Title: Controller
Reports to: CFO
Base pay range: $85,280-$110,024 DOE, plus benefits, bonuses, and profit-sharing potentials
About the role: Atthowe Fine Art Services is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Controller to support our Finance team. As a sole proprietorship founded by Scott Atthowe in the 1970s and continuing as an employee-owned California cooperative founded in 2021, Atthowe Fine Art Services has a proud history of stewardship and collaborative problem-solving for the needs of artworks and cultural treasures. We value transparency, shared responsibility, and thoughtful stewardship—principles that make accurate and timely financial information essential to our work. The role requires a high degree of coordination, administrative rigor, and knowledge of accounting systems and programs, as well as an understanding that numbers tell important stories about people and projects. Ideal candidates will bring strong accounting fundamentals, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and experience in or curiosity about the arts, construction, small business, and/or cooperative principles. As is common in a collaborative small-business environment, the Controller will occasionally work beyond the traditional boundaries of accounting, so flexibility, initiative, and a willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, client-focused setting are keys to success.
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Core Responsibilities and Typical Tasks:
- Maintain financial health of the company in partnership with CEO and Board of Directors
- Oversight and direction of the Finance Department, adhering to standard accounting policies and procedures
- Oversight of financial essentials such as payroll processing, customer billing, A/P, A/R, and collections
- Monitor quarterly financial performance metrics
- Prepare financial statements and oversee departmental reports for regular review with CEO, management team, and Board
- Coordinate and prepare external financial reports and coordinate activities of external auditors
- Manage company’s tax filings, insurance, business licenses, transportation authorities, and other compliance requirements, including necessary cooperative accounting reports according to company’s CPA firm
- Manage the budget process, working with the management team in the allocation of resources to projects and departments
- Manage the company’s risk profile and insurance coverage to protect against financial risks, as the main point of contact with insurance brokers. Oversight of company-wide contracts and risk management issues
- Oversight of human resources, including employee benefit program, workers compensation and required training and safety program
- Provide performance reviews for finance department employees. Participate in joint reviews for management and crew members, as needed
Core Accountabilities for all employees:
- Safety of people: Never act in a way that would endanger you, a co-worker, or any other person
- Safety, protection, and stewardship of all artwork and objects in our custody
- Excellent communication, cooperation, and attention to detail with clients, colleagues, and other parties
- Knowledge of and adherence to company standards and policies
- Protect all confidential information, including client information, job details, images, and privileged company information
- Maintain, clean, and safe-guard all tools, equipment, and other company property, both personal and shared
- Professionally represent the company in the community, building effective relationships with clients and other stakeholders
Qualifications:
- B.S. or M.A. Accounting, with a minimum of 7 years of experience with progressive leadership roles
- Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and communication skills – verbal and written
- Able to meet tight deadlines and multi-task in a sometimes-hectic environment
- Curious, adaptable and committed to continuous learning
Physical Demands:
- Ability to sit for extended periods and climb stairs regularly
- Manual dexterity for computer work
- Occasionally lifting objects weighing up to 20 pounds
Benefits: In addition to working with a friendly, art loving team, Atthowe also provides the following benefits:
- 100% coverage of health insurance premiums through Kaiser (includes vision)
- Dental and additional vision coverage through Principal
- Roughly four weeks of PTO, increases with tenure
- 12 holidays
- 401K with 3% match
- Cell phone reimbursement of $60/month
- Eligibility to become a worker owner with profit sharing after two years of employment
- Employee bonuses
How to Apply: Send your cover letter and resume to jobs@atthowe.com. Put Controller in the subject line of the email.
Temporary Public Art – The People’s Storefront – City of Ontario, CA
The City of Ontario, California is launching a new temporary public art initiative titled “The People’s Storefront”. This initiative is a paid opportunity that invites artists to showcase their original works of art to be printed on vinyl for glass storefronts along the historic Euclid Avenue corridor.
This project is open to artists based in Southern California within a 40-mile radius of the City of Ontario, with a strong encouragement for local Ontario-based artists and artists residing in San Bernardino County.
Each artist selected will be paid $3,500 for use of their artwork and participation.
Submissions must be made via the online platform Submittable at: City of Ontario – Submittable
Deadline to Submit:
Tuesday, June 30, 2026, by 4 PM PST
Exhibitions Manager
EXHIBITIONS MANAGER – Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Position Summary
The Exhibitions Manager works on all aspects of exhibition preparation, logistics, art handling, and other duties for all ICA San Diego locations. The Exhibitions Manager will plan and oversee the execution of all fabrication and production needs related to the ICA San Diego’s exhibition program and outdoor sculpture collection. They will also oversee the hiring and management of Preparators and external vendors for curatorial needs. The Exhibitions Manager reports to the Curator.
Responsibilities
Logistics and Project Management
- Coordinate all incoming and outgoing artwork shipments for all ICA locations; this includes coordinating proper packing and storage.
- Manage fabrication for exhibitions and outdoor sculpture collection, research and coordinate vendors in various industries for project details.
- Oversee exhibition fabrication/production to ensure it remains on track and within budget.
- Assist with digital exhibition design and formatting of exhibition wall text.
Gallery Preparation
- Oversee preparation of all exhibition spaces, including ICA San Diego / Central, ICA San Diego / North, and Sculpture Trail for all installations.
- Develop installation plans and coordinate material lists with exhibiting artists
- Manage exhibition and special project installations, materials inventory, equipment rentals, exhibition vinyl, and gallery lighting.
- Manage preparators and any external vendors in the preparation of artwork and the installation and de-installation of exhibitions.
Collections and Facilities Management
- Receive incoming/outgoing artwork loans and oversee condition reports.
- Manage and update the digital artwork database/CRM
- Monitor the ongoing condition and appearance of exhibitions, long-term loans, and permanent sculpture collection.
- Collaborate with artists to develop maintenance plans for works in the ICA sculpture collection.
- Execute and oversee maintenance of works in the ICA sculpture collection.
- Maintain and update signage and related materials as needed.
- Coordinate certificates of insurance.
- In collaboration with Operations team, oversee maintenance of exhibition spaces including but not limited to lighting, climate control systems, fire and burglar alarm systems.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Hire and manage preparators for installations and other curatorial projects.
- Hire and coordinate with external vendors.
- As needed, oversee Curatorial Interns, including instructing interns on curatorial tasks, assigning projects, reporting on intern’s progress with professors, posting internship positions, and conducting interviews.
- Conduct performance evaluations for direct reports that are timely and constructive.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrates a good knowledge of museum procedures and policies according to AAM standards.
- Ability to assess priorities; excellent time management, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Ability to work professionally and tactfully with artists, curators, galleries, vendors, other museum professionals, the public, and co-workers.
- Discretion to handle confidential legal and financial information.
- Strong organizational skills to effectively manage multiple projects; flexibility.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently.
- Experience using CRM databases for collection management.
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, or similar programs.
- Experience working with mechanical equipment, machinery, and power tools, including scissor lifts and forklifts.
- Ability to lift 30 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Knowledge of Art Handling best practices and experience handling a variety of art objects.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Experience with gallery lighting and track systems.
- Knowledge of SketchUp and/or similar 3D modeling programs.
- Ability to build temporary structures, platforms, walls, pedestals, crates, etc.
Required Education and Experience
- At least 4 years of experience with art handling and art/exhibition-related project management.
- Some college-level work in Museum Studies, Art History, or a similar field.
Preferred Education and Experience
- 5-7 years of experience working in exhibition management and/or as a preparator.
- Bachelor’s degree in Art History, Museum Studies, or a similar field.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
This role will work within the exhibition spaces, storage spaces, and office environments at both our North and Central locations. Some prolonged periods of sitting in front of a computer should be expected. During installation/de-installation times, standing, bending, lifting, climbing on ladders, using heavy equipment, and power tools will be required. ICA San Diego is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Should you require accommodation, please contact the HR & Operations Manager.
Travel
Travel throughout the San Diego region will be required. Occasional travel to other locations may be required.
Compensation
Hourly rate will be $28-29/hr. A typical shift is 8 hours, weekdays between 9am and 5pm, some weekends and evenings as needed. Benefits include $450 monthly toward medical insurance premium, 120 hours paid time off for the first year, eleven paid holidays in a calendar year, staff appreciation days, discounts at select Balboa Park restaurants and shops, and free admission to member museums.
Inclusion
ICA San Diego strives to demonstrate leadership by modeling excellence and best practices for inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility. We believe in the power of human creativity and value the opportunities for connection and learning that exist when cultures and communities come together in collaboration and understanding.
We commit to championing policies and practices that value diversity, foster cultural equity, and create an accessible and inclusive environment. ICA San Diego does not discriminate based on race/ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, socioeconomic status, geography, citizenship status, religion, or any other protected class. We recognize our strengths lie in the broad range of people who contribute their time and talents to our mission and are dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive place.
To Apply
Please send your resume and a cover letter explaining why your skills and experience qualify you for this position in the form linked HERE.
Theater Campus Operations Paid Internship – Fall 2026
Internship basics
- All internships are paid at the rate of $16.90 per hour.
- Internships require an average of 10 hours per week (built around your school schedule) over 12 weeks (120 hours total).
- Internships offer academic credit.
- Each semester includes 8 professional development sessions.
- Internships offer hands-on work experiences and opportunities to build a professional network.
Requirements for our fall/spring internships are:
- Interns must be authorized to work in the U.S. and must be 18 years of age or older.
- Interns must be registered for credit from their college institution.
- Interns must be able to complete a minimum of 120 hours IN PERSON during the 12-week internship.
- Interns must be available to attend professional development sessions from 2pm-3pm on Fridays. This cannot be changed or waived, so please confirm your availability before applying.
Deadline to apply is Friday, July 31, 2026.
Campus Operations Intern
Campus Operations encompasses all aspects of facilities and operations, including production, event operations, engineering, security, theater arts administration, capital project planning, project management, and settlement financials. An internship in theater operations will de-mystify the “behind-the-scenes” aspect of what it takes to operate a performing arts facility. Interns will have the opportunity to engage with the Center’s staff in areas including show preparation, backstage operations, event installation, special events and rental procedures, building security, and facilities maintenance. Due to the variety of shows and events at the Center, interns should be available on nights and weekends.
Studio D: Arts School for All Abilities Paid Internship FA26
Internship basics
- All internships are paid at the rate of $16.90 per hour.
- Internships require an average of 10 hours per week (built around your school schedule) over 12 weeks (120 hours total).
- Internships offer academic credit.
- Each semester includes 8 professional development sessions.
- Internships offer hands-on work experiences and opportunities to build a professional network.
Requirements for our fall/spring internships are:
- Interns must be authorized to work in the U.S. and must be 18 years of age or older.
- Interns must be registered for credit from their college institution.
- Interns must be able to complete a minimum of 120 hours IN PERSON during the 12-week internship.
- Interns must be available to attend professional development sessions from 2pm-3pm on Fridays. This cannot be changed or waived, so please confirm your availability before applying.
Deadline to apply is Friday, July 31, 2026.
Studio D Intern
Studio D, part of the Education and Engagement Department, is a dance, music, and theater program for students of all abilities, including those with cognitive or physical disabilities. Classes are offered at the Center and at various off-site locations (therapy centers, schools, etc.). The Studio D intern will assist with recurring administrative tasks related to our Spring session, learning more about the overall functionality and structure of a recreational arts program. Additionally, they will support in the studio as a teaching assistant in a set number of classes per internship. They will also support new initiatives and research as we deepen our work within the arts and disabilities communities. A background in arts education is preferred, and knowledge in inclusive programming is a plus. Ability to speak more than one language is preferred but not required.
