Los Angeles

Communication Manager/Grant Writer

The Skirball Cultural Center seeks an Communications Manager/Grant Writer for its Advancement department. This full-time position reports to the Vice President Advancement. The Advancement Communications Manager is a vital member of the Advancement team, responsible for compelling writing and communications pieces that are responsive to Skirball priorities and funding requirements. The Advancement Communications Manager will contribute to the Skirball’s robust fundraising efforts with philanthropists, foundations, corporations, and government entities, inspiring their impassioned support for the Skirball’s mission, social justice, the arts, and education.

Starting Pay: $70,000 per year

Responsibilities:

Writing/Communications

  • Develop grant proposals, reports, budgets, and necessary supporting materials
  • Gather and analyze data and information to support grant and report preparation
  • Write major donor acknowledgments and correspondence
  • Develop and design exhibition/program prospectuses and other Advancement communications pieces
  • In collaboration with colleagues in other departments, clarify priorities, goals, and objectives for impactful proposals
  • In collaboration with the Membership Manager, assist with writing membership promotions and materials

Advancement Responsibilities

  • Assist Vice President Advancement in maintaining excellent communications, relationships, and networks with donors and funder contacts
  • Maintain the grants calendar to monitor application processes, deadlines, reports, and grant compliance
  • Research available grants from diverse sources of funding
  • Initiate and develop relationships with potential new funding sources and attend meetings when appropriate
  • Maintain records in donor database, completing prospect plans and recording proposals and acknowledgments
  • Attend grant writing, fundraising, and donor database webinars/workshops
  • Participate in major donor cultivation events and Skirball-wide programs
  • Work evenings and weekends on occasion and as requested to represent the Skirball at community events

Qualifications, Experience, and Attributes:

  • Three years successful nonprofit grant writing experience
  • Undergraduate degree in English, communications, fundraising, or similar field and/or equivalent experience
  • Excellent computer skills and demonstrated ability to utilize Office 365 applications and Altru, or equivalent donor database software
  • Skilled in graphic design and demonstrated ability using different design software; Adobe InDesign proficiency a plus
  • Demonstrated commitment to the Skirball’s mission to welcome the stranger and help build a more just society

Administrative Assistant, Development and Membership

The Skirball Cultural Center seeks an enthusiastic and competent team player to serve as Administrative Assistant for Advancement and Membership. Reporting directly to the Associate Director of Development, this position is responsible for providing clerical and administrative office support to the Development Department. This position requires strong attention to detail as well as the ability to regularly interface with the Skirball’s member and donor base.

Salary range: $21-23 per hour

Responsibilities: 

Administrative

  • Report to the Associate Director of Development and assist in all areas, as requested
  • Assist Vice President of Advancement and the Rabbi-in-Residence in all areas, as requested
  • Organize and maintain computer and hardcopy files
  • Maintain various Excel department charts
  • Answer telephones; monitor the Donations email inbox
  • Administer written correspondence and its dissemination
  • Schedule, arrange, and prepare rooms for meetings
  • Coordinate and track department invoices for payment
  • Attend meetings, take and distribute notes, and assist with organization
  • Assist in monitoring and preparing the annual department budget
  • Manage the donor database in Altru: create and maintain donor and prospect profiles; process checks, cash, and credit card donations; process memberships, invoices, receipts, tributes, and thank-you letters to donors; sustain data hygiene; prepare and manage various activity reports and queries; maintain and generate multiple mailing lists in Altru and one in FileMaker Pro for mailings and special events

Development

  • Be a knowledgeable representative of the Skirball Cultural Center’s mission and history
  • Meet and greet visitors of the Development department
  • Provide excellent service to donors and key partners via phone, email, and in-person
  • Coordinate and assist with hosting on-site and virtual Advancement events
  • Coordinate external mailings and communications
  • Conduct prospective donor research
  • Work closely with the President’s Office staff on donor-related projects and reports
  • Assist Membership Manager on an as-needed basis
  • Assist Communications on an as-needed basis
  • Oversee volunteers on special projects

Qualifications, Experience, and Attributes:

  • 3+ years of successful experience as an administrative assistant or similar; experience working in a development department for a nonprofit preferred
  • Undergraduate degree in English, communications, fundraising, or similar field, and/or equivalent experience
  • Excellent IT tool proficiency and demonstrated ability to utilize Office 365 applications, Altru or equivalent donor database software, FileMaker Pro, and Zoom; proficiency at computer research and navigating online directories and databases
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask
  • Excellent editing and data entry skills
  • Friendly, outgoing demeanor and a team player
  • Demonstrated commitment to the Skirball’s mission to welcome the stranger and help build a more just society

Vice President, Academy Theaters

This is an extraordinary opportunity for an experienced venue manager to reimagine theater operations at the Academy. The position will oversee theater operations at the four state-of-the-art theaters operated by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures (Academy Museum) at their venues in Beverly Hills and Los Angeles: the Samuel Goldwyn Theater, the Linwood Dunn Theater, the David Geffen Theater, and the Ted Mann Theater. You will be responsible for integrating two separate theater operations teams, overseeing the Cinema Projection and Events A/V teams, and developing unified policies and procedures, and hiring, training, and managing a newly unified Academy Theaters team. This will include ensuring seamless operations for every show and activity supported by the department and delivery of a best-in-class customer service experience across the Academy’s theaters and its other spaces.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Overall responsibility for the Academy Theaters Department, including strategic, managerial, fiscal, operational, administration, scheduling, and staff supervision functions to ensure a premier experience for the theaters.
  • Work closely with the Academy COO and other staff to create the vision and long-term strategy for the development and growth of the Academy Theaters Department, with a focus on the integration of the AMPAS and Academy Museum teams into one unified team and oversight of the Cinema Projection and Events A/V team.
  • Oversee and work closely with the leader of the Cinema Projection team to uphold the highest technical standards in our theaters.
  • Serve as the lead representative for the Academy and work closely with the Theater Standards Committee or any successor advisory group.
  • Oversee the Events A/V team and its work in the Academy’s theaters and its other spaces.
  • Ensure access to theater programs is as inclusive and accessible as possible.
    Effectively communicate the capabilities and any limitations of the Academy theaters to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Develop and ensure that department systems, procedures, and practices support effective operations while also providing outstanding customer service.
  • Project an image of friendliness, professionalism, and willingness to provide personalized services to all members, clients, vendors, employees, and guests.
  • Develop and maintain operations budgets for the theaters.
  • Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with vendors and suppliers.
  • Recruit, train, and manage department staff members, including implementing performance tracking and improvement measures.
  • Ensure the theater facilities and technologies are in optimal condition for an exceptional movie experience, including all back-of-house support spaces and green rooms. Frequent on-site presence is required.
  • Lead production meetings in-house programming in close collaboration with Film Programming, Public
  • Programming, and Academy Membership and schedule and assist with rehearsals, sound checks, and projection checks whenever necessary.
  • Serve as a liaison with departments across the Academy and with vendors regarding production, security, and visitor services for all client-led rental events.
  • Work closely with Academy departments to create detailed production and technical plans for the successful execution of public programs.
  • Maintain a strong working knowledge of new cinema technology including ADA devices and provide recommendations to senior leadership for advancement in this area.
  • Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
  • Take on other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • A bachelor’s degree in business, hospitality, or related field preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience operating a high-profile cinema or event venue; museum, or other arts nonprofit experience a plus.
  • 10+ years of managerial experience and significant working knowledge of best practices to develop high performing teams.
  • Strong knowledge of cost center/departmental operations within an organization, including financial, managerial, strategic, budgeting and staff supervision.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of cinema technology, lighting design, sound design, and theater operations.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of film history and the film industry.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current and legacy film sound and picture formats.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of sound and picture presentation and the sensibility to identify when it is right and when it is wrong.
  • Experience working with venue rental clients.
  • Flexibility and problem-solving skills to adapt to the ever-changing nature of live events.
  • Strong understanding of movie theater showmanship best practices required.
  • Must enjoy working with the public and demonstrate friendliness, professionalism, enthusiasm, and a customer-centric approach.
  • Proven effectiveness in planning, assigning, directing, motivating, and reviewing the work of employees.
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
  • A commitment to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion. 

Physical Demands:

  • Moving, stair climbing, traversing stairways, forward bending or squatting, and moderate transporting.
  • Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.

NOTE: All requirements are subject to modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities.

If hired, we require all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, unless a medical or religious accommodation is needed as determined on a case-by-case basis.

The expected base salary for this role is $160,000. The actual base pay offered will be determined by factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and other factors permitted by law. Decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Our Benefits:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision.
  • PTO and Sick Time
  • 401(k)

Open call for collage art: Measure Twice Cut Once: Collage Exhibition

La Luz de Jesus Gallery in Los Angeles, California, will be showcasing figurative, narrative and unusual works made of prefabricated materials also known as collage. Collage is different from assemblage in the sense that assemblage is made of 3-dimensional prefabricated objects while collage is 2-dimensional. We will only be accepting collages done by hand using physical medium. Including but not limited to; fabrics, photomontage, decollage, découpage, etc. Digital collages and mosaics will not be accepted.

Managing Director

MashUp Contemporary Dance Company is dedicated to uplifting female-identifying artists and fostering community through contemporary dance. Our mission centers on innovation, collaboration, and inclusion, championing the movement of female bodies and feminist ideas. With core values of empowerment, creativity, community, diversity, and innovation, we prioritize supporting female-identifying artists, sparking conversations around inclusive feminist ideologies, and democratizing creative leadership.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic Managing Director to join our team part-time. The ideal candidate has experience fundraising and working at non-profit organizations. The Managing Director will be key in driving our organizational goals forward. Reporting to the Creative Council and Board of Directors and collaborating closely with the Creative Producer, the Managing Director will oversee business and development operations, ensuring financial sustainability and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Business & Operations Management:

  • Lead day-to-day operations, including budget management, HR/payroll, and legal compliance.
    Collaborate with the Creative Council to set annual budgets and make strategic financial decisions, with oversight from the Board of Directors.
  • Maintain finances and reporting and manage cash flow effectively.
  • Serve as the primary HR point person for all personnel matters.
  • Support the Creative Producer in vendor negotiations, contract management, and volunteer recruitment.

2. Donor Management and Growth:

  • Drive efforts to meet and expand our annual fundraising goals through individual contributions and foundation gifts.
    Cultivate donor relationships.
  • Plan and execute annual fundraising campaigns and events to engage our community and expand our donor base.
  • Manage vendor relationships and logistical details for event execution.
  • Secure sponsorships and in-kind donations to support event initiatives.
  • Oversee grant research, strategy, and application process, ensuring timely submission and reporting.
  • Manage relationships with funders and track grant-related activities throughout the cycle.

3. Collaboration with the Board of Directors:

  • Liaise with the Board of Directors, providing required materials and attending quarterly meetings.
  • Collaborate on strategic planning and decision-making, ensuring alignment with organizational mission and values.

4. External Relations:

  • Serve as a spokesperson for MashUp’s mission and values within the dance community and broader Los Angeles area.
  • Participate in workshops and professional development opportunities to enhance organizational capacity.

Qualifications:

Previous experience in fundraising and arts management.
Strong communication and networking skills.
Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Residence in the Los Angeles area is preferred.
Alignment with MashUp’s values of empowerment, creativity, community, diversity, and innovation.

Schedule & Compensation:

Part-time position (20-24 hours/week) with flexibility based on grant cycles and event scheduling.
Salary negotiable between $25-$35/hour (approx. $28,000-$36,000/year).
96 hours of combined PTO/Sick time per calendar year.
13 Paid holidays/year paid as half days (4 hours).
Potential to move to full-time after 90 days

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to: Victoria@mashupdance.com.

Company Website: https://www.mashupdance.com

Mariposa on Second

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Mariposa on Second is a high-quality, new construction development comprised of 50 units of
affordable housing in the City of Alhambra. This new residential community is situated in the heart of
Alhambra, expanding residential uses as it embraces and further vitalizes this unique placemaking
location, situated in the City’s Civic Center. The Arts Installation will engage and inspire the
community, embracing the educational, civic and retail activities around the location, while also
providing a place-making point of interest to passers-by travelling along West Main Street, a major
retail and transit corridor in the City of Alhambra.
Artists who specialize in a social practice are encouraged to apply. AFH seeks a framework of
community engagement in developing the arts installation, with the underlying goal of conveying
community cohesion. The goal of the project is to reflect a common vision and a sense of the city’s
history and belonging for all community members. Community meetings and a collaborative review
process will inform the final selection of the completed artwork.
QUALIFICATIONS:
● Proven track record of success with past projects and confirmation of the artist’s availability
● Demonstrated understanding of the unique cultural fabric of the community
● The artist’s style is aesthetically in line with the development
● Strength of artist’s outreach and community engagement strategy and their experience
with this type of outreach process
BACKGROUND
Designed by architect KTGY Group, the mixed-use affordable housing project, Mariposa on Second,
has been approved and once completed will include 50 affordable residential rental units (one unit is
for an on-site manager), including supportive housing units. The developer, American Family Housing,
specializes in affordable and mixed-income apartment communities with a component set aside for
households exiting homelessness.
In late 2024, construction begins on the west side of 2nd Street, south of Main Street. According to
American Family Housing, construction.
An exciting part of the design of this residential community includes public art on the building walls,
which is required as a condition of the City Council’s approval. The areas colored in green/red on the
rendering below identify the placeholders for public art along the street corner.
The final selection for the art installation is scheduled to be determined in September 2024.
ARTS INSTALLATION:
The art installation will be timeless, attracting the eye and imagination and evoking a sense of place
suitable for a mid-rise residential community in the heart of the “city of homes.” Situated within a
vertical, space-defining location that stretches from the third floor up to the sixth, the art will take its
place in an iconic, place-making location visible to anyone driving through the heart of the Civic Center.
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Rising above 2nd Street, the installation will be seen by visitors to City Hall, to parents dropping their
children off at Alhambra High School, and visitors who come to visit businesses during lunch and
weekends. The art provides a point of interest to residents and visitors of the adjacent major urban
corridor that engages and inspires Alhambra’s diverse community and history.
Artists who specialize in social practice are encouraged to apply. AFH seeks a framework of community
engagement in developing the art pieces, with the underlying goal of conveying community cohesion.
The goal of the project is to reflect a common vision and a sense of the City’s history and belonging for
all community members where the diversity of people’s different backgrounds and circumstances are
appreciated and positively valued. Community meetings and a collaborative review process will
determine the final selection of the completed artwork.
Situated in the area highlighted in the image (red and green) below, the placement and mounting will
be integrated into the construction of this newly built community.
QUALIFICATIONS:
● Proven track record of success with past projects and confirmation of the artist’s availability.
● Demonstrated understanding of the unique cultural fabric of the community.
● The artist’s style is aesthetically in line with the development.
● Strength of artist’s outreach and community engagement strategy and their experience
with this type of outreach process.
SPECIFICATIONS:
 The art will be mounted above 20 feet and up to 65 feet above ground level. Materials which do
not require ongoing maintenance.
 The cost of materials reimbursement is included within the project stipend. The project
stipend does not include other costs related to the approval process or installation, such as
permitting, installation, and mounting.
 The architect, KTGY, and electrical connections will be funded out of the project stipend.
The materials budget will be subject to justification and approval. The installation and
mounting requirements will be required by constructability specialists; the feasibility of the
work’s installation may be a factor in the final selection or design feedback. The art will be
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mounted above 20 feet and up to 65 feet above ground level. Materials that do not require
ongoing maintenance.
PROPOSAL: Please structure and label the proposal sections using the headings:
PART 1: Written Proposal
a. Contact Information: Full Name, Address, Telephone Number and E-mail address.
b. Detailed Project Description (1 page maximum or 500 Words, 12 pt. font, PDF file) to include an
artist statement and answers to the following questions:
● An artist statement describing mural experience and interest in the project.
● What is your plan for community engagement? (See Timeline Above)
● Does a social practice inform your work and if so, how?
● How will this work contribute to a visitor’s experience of Alhambra?
PART 2: Support Materials/Previous Work
● Proposals should be accompanied by 3 to 5 images (JPEG format, not to exceed 5 MB) of
previous work.
● Web site and/or social media accounts
● Resume – Maximum 2 pages
ELIGIBILTY & SELECTION: The project is open to all artists, regardless of race, color, religion, natural
origin, gender, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical or mental disability. All
applicants must be California residents. The selected artist will be required to attend at least one and
possibly two public meetings as part of the approval process.
TIMELINE: Building construction, City calendar, and volume of artist responses may affect project
timing
2024
March 26 Call for Artists RFP – Released

May 31 RFP Closes
July 3 Artist selected
July – Community research and meeting(s) to introduce Artist and
design concepts
August/Sept Selected artist presents design proposal to City stakeholders (City Arts and
Cultural Events Commission)
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August Construction completed, artwork installed, art pieces unveiled to the
community
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DEADLINE: RFP submissions must be received by May 31, 2024
HOW TO APPLY: Email submissions may be sent to jtorres@afhusa.org with the subject line “Mariposa
on Second RFP – (Your NAME)”
Submissions also may be mailed physically to:
American Family Housing
Art Installation RFP
C/O Jose Torres
10330 Pioneer Blvd. Ste. 280
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
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CONCEPTS FOR ART
The images in this document present some
conceptual examples that came up during
pre-issuance discussions but are not
intended to restrict the range of potential
creative responses.
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N EON O R I L LUMINAT E D S IGNAGE
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MURAL S
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