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.
Los Angeles
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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METAL
Program Coordinator
Location: P.S. ARTS Office, Los Angeles
Schedule: Office Hours 9AM – 5PM, but must be able to work some nights and weekends
Travel: Travel to assigned districts’ school sites for site visits and events is required
Designation: Full-time; Non-exempt
Pay Rate: $29.00 / hour
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability, 401k (unmatched), and FSA eligible
Start Date: June 2024
Position Overview:
The Coordinator is responsible for the coordination, implementation and maintenance of assigned programs and community outreach activities in assigned school districts. The Coordinator works under the guidance of their supervisor, and in collaboration with their team to ensure program and partnership quality – including logistical, administrative, budgetary, and physical program support. The Coordinator acts as the primary liaison for faculty, school site administrators and personnel, and program partners in assigned districts.
Classroom Studio
P.S. ARTS’ Classroom Studio program is a full-service, signature program offering K-5 students 10 to 30 weeks of 1-hour per class instruction during the school day of dance, music, theater, or visual arts education.
The Coordinator’s primary responsibilities include the following:
- Coordinate logistics for Classroom Studio programming in two-three school districts – program and Faculty schedules (including subs, if needed), supply orders, community events, etc.;
- Serve as a liaison for partner school administrators, school site personnel, Faculty in assigned district(s), and other community partners;
- Travel to school sites to provide on-site support, meet with school administrators, and contribute to a creative and effective learning environment in our classrooms;
- Supervise assigned Faculty – onboarding, scheduling, and payroll;
- Provide administrative and performance-related support to assigned Faculty;
- Oversee and track Faculty compliance with P.S. ARTS policies and expectations, including curriculum documentation, instruction, and evaluation protocols;
- Budgeting – with oversight draft district budgets and track spending/expenses;
- Gather and prepare data for assigned school districts – surveys, attendance and enrollment data, etc.;
- Monitor program and instruction quality, and efficiency in assigned districts; and
- Participate in Family Arts Nights, special projects, and programs events as needed.
Please note this description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change in response to organization needs at the discretion of the CEO.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- 2+ years of experience in program coordination, administration, or management
- Strong administrative skills with a demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and deadlines
- Excellent communication skills with a collaborative spirit to represent P.S. ARTS
- Demonstrated ability to work with and oversee a multi-disciplinary team
- An attention to detail with experience reading and maintaining multiple budgets
- Experience serving as a main point of contact and/or liaison for stakeholders
- Familiarity or practice in an arts discipline or with arts education
- Bilingual in Spanish/English, strongly preferred
Working Conditions:
- Lift, push, or carry supplies, equipment, instruments, or furniture up to 40lbs.
- Bend, twist, reach, stand and/or sit for long periods.
- View LCD screens for long periods.
- Potential work with video equipment, video recording and/or being recorded.
- Travel and attend meetings and events outside of your worksite, which may require occasional use of a motor vehicle for transportation to other locations. Due to responsibilities requiring travel to locations not easily accessible by public transportation, driving may be an essential job responsibility for this position.
About P.S. ARTS:
P.S. ARTS encourages all employees to feel empowered by and model the Organization’s values of Art, Community, Equity, Innovation, and Excellence.
The P.S. ARTS team is a diverse group of people with different skill sets and experiences, from various cultures and backgrounds with one thing in common – a dedication to arts education. We’re all here to make a difference and we know nonprofit work is hard, so we try to be thoughtful about building a rounded compensation package that includes health and welfare benefits, an excellent paid holiday schedule, etc. Please feel free to ask us about it!
How to Apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@psarts.org, subject line: “Program Coordinator”
Please no hardcopies or phone calls.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 24, 2024
Phone screeners will be held between 5/28 – 5/31
Zoom Interviews will be held between 6/3 – 6/5
In-person Interviews will be held between 6/6 – 6/7
P.S. ARTS is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to better reflecting the communities we serve while building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and ages. P.S. ARTS also supports and will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure the application process is accessible to candidates who require additional accommodation.
Weekend Administrative & Marketing Associate.
If you love making sure that every event is launched to perfection, keep reading as we are seeking an addition to our team to fill the part-time, Los Angeles based position of Weekend Administrative & Marketing Associate.
You will report to and work closely with three different department heads (Programming & Marketing Supervisor, Office Manager, & Marketing Manager).
Working with the Programming & Marketing Supervisor, you will ensure the weekend needs of our classes & events are met. Whether that means all the prep in the run up to events or rescheduling them as needed.
Working with the Office Manager, you will help oversee and coordinate the administrative & customer service operations of the studio as well as the daily activity of the support staff. The hiring, onboarding, & training of new support staff members & volunteer readers will be spearheaded alongside enforcing studio policies & maintaining quality standards.
In addition, you and the Office Manager will manage inventory stock & supplies as well as liaise with external service providers for various aspects of the studio’s operations including physical facilities & online infrastructure.
Working with the Marketing Manager, you will be tasked in assisting with writing marketing email copy, execution of the marketing strategy, as well as some content creation under the direction of the Marketing Manager.
You will be a part of the studio’s Senior Staff meaning you will be expected to have a solid understanding of all facets of our core operations, and will be called upon to help troubleshoot & assist other departments if needed.
You will be a member of a team that prides itself on collaboration and teamwork, and will at times be a designated Supervisor overseeing support staff across our 3 campuses.
Overview
This is the perfect role for the SUPER organized & detailed person who has a strong handle on administrative & customer service tasks. You are able to handle tough personalities over the phone and via email. But you absolutely love ensuring the Is are dotted and the Ts are crossed, as you know that is what keeps the train moving.
Time Commitment: Part-time 16 hours per week: Saturday & Sunday 8:30am – 5:00pm (with a 30 minute lunch break). These hours are non-negotiable due to our class schedule. Additional shifts may be offered depending on the needs of our programming calendar.
This position is IN-PERSON at our LA studio and candidates seeking a remote position need not apply.
Compensation: $25/hr.
Location: You must be located in Los Angeles to work at our in person studio.
Status: You’ll be an employee and must be authorized to legally work in the United States
To Apply:
If you’ve read this far & this sounds like a fit, click on this link to submit your application!
Director
The MAK Center for Art and Architecture, Los Angeles is seeking a new director to assume primary responsibility for the management of all operations for this ambitious and successful non-profit arts organization.
The Director implements the annual business plan as approved at the Annual Board Meeting of the MAK Center in regard to programming, financial obligations, personnel management and execution of daily activities of the MAK Center. The Director’s responsibilities include:
- Fundraising and financial management: assume day-to-day fiscal responsibility for operations and programs (excluding conservation and maintenance of the Schindler House); ensure audit-readiness under U.S. and Austrian laws; prepare and manage budgets; supervise bookkeeping and accounting; prepare monthly and annual fiscal reports; raise funds through grants, donations, memberships, special events, programming, etc., to substantially support the annual budget.
- Residency program management: oversee use and condition of Mackey Apartments; manage residency contracts; regular exchange with all residents and review of their projects; oversee and participate as necessary in calendar of activities for resident artists and architects; supervise program operation and archives; assist in the implementation of projects.
- Staff and facilities management: hire, supervise, and evaluate staff in achieving administrative and programmatic goals; ensure that the House is open to the public during established hours (currently Wednesday-Sunday, 11 am-6 pm); consult with the Friends of the Schindler House on all facilities issues. Ensure that the MAK Center’s other premises (Mackey Apartments, Garage Top, Fitzpatrick-Leland House) are open, well maintained, and functioning properly. Oversee all contracts.
- Program management: draft proposals for exhibitions, lectures, events, etc. for all venues including Garage Top and Fitzpatrick-Leland House to be presented for approval at the Annual Board Meeting; implement all approved programs; build audience for programs through marketing and public relations; ensure the cooperation of supporters and neighbors to successfully realize all plans; coordinate activities with the Board of the Friends of the Schindler House.
- Institutional identity: participate in professional, cultural, and civic activities that advance the credibility and influence of the MAK Center for Art and Architecture.
- Conservation Master Plan (CMP): Support in the ongoing CMP process, cooperate with MAK / FOSH Conservation Committee and the CMP Consultants
Potential candidates should have substantial experience in museum / non-profit leadership, including fundraising achievements and significant curatorial / programming contributions to contemporary art and architecture. In addition, potential candidates should be sensitive to historic preservation issues.
Reports to: The Director of the MAK Vienna / Members and Board of Directors of the MAK Center for Art and Architecture, Los Angeles
Employees: Financial Manager, Exhibitions and Programs Manager, Education and Engagement Manager, Development Officer
The position will begin July 2024.
By May 30th, applications including a detailed resume, names of references, salary requirements, and a brief concept / vision for MAK Center’s future should be sent to Martina Kandeler-Fritsch, Deputy Artistic Director MAK Vienna, at: martina.kandeler-fritsch@MAK.at
