Versatility Dance Festival showcases contemporary dance at its most refined—works selected for their artistic rigor, innovative choreography, and exceptional performance. The festival’s reputation attracts industry professionals and discerning audiences who expect nothing less than the cutting edge of contemporary dance artistry.
Be a part of this high calibre community of artists by applying to perform in the 2026 festival.
www.T2DANCE.org/VDF
Deadline: Sept 30
Los Angeles
Applications Now Open: Startup Art Fair LA 2026
Startup Art Fair LA is back February 27 – March 1, 2026 at the fun and colorful Kinney Hotel in Los Angeles, with easy access to Venice Beach, Santa Monica and Marina Del Rey. Startup LA takes place concurrently with Frieze LA, Post Fair, and Felix Art Fairs nearby. Participating artists will have a fantastic opportunity to expose new work to a myriad of collectors, curators, gallery owners, art consultants, and writers who will be coming to the city for a weekend of contemporary art.
It’s a rolling application process through November. Once accepted, you will immediatley be able to select the room of your choice, so APPLY EARLY to get your preferred spot!
Simply fill out our brief application and upload a CV, bio, exhibition proposal, and 4-8 images. Most artists exhibit solo in their rooms, however, up to 3 artists may apply to exhibit together.
Your artwork will be reviewed by an impressive Selection Committee of art world professionals:
Bridgette Mayer, Owner/Director, Bridgette Mayer Gallery, Philadephia
Liz Garvey, Director, Co-Founder/Director, Garvey|Simon, NYC
Max Presneill, Director/Chief Curator, Torrance Art Museum, CA
For more information about room types and sizes, exhibitor fees, exhibitor expectations and our comprehensive Art Services, visit the Artist FAQ section on our website.
Consultant, Los Angeles Program and Engagement – Fall 2025 – Spring 2026
PEN America, a nonprofit organization working at the intersection of literature and human rights, seeks a consultant to lead, execute, and produce the Los Angeles team’s public literary programming, membership engagement, and fundraising events in consultation with the region’s managing director. This consultancy, estimated to require approximately 30 hours per week, will be contracted for an initial six months, with the possibility of an extension for two to three additional months.
The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of preparing and producing meticulously planned events, and be creative, accountable, and capable of juggling multiple timelines and workload demands with poise under pressure. Assignments may also include other fundraising and cultivation events and projects, developing communications and marketing materials, engaging with stakeholders and partner organizations, and liaising with our finance and communications teams as necessary.
The successful candidate will be an energetic self-starter who is ambitious, organized, has excellent follow-through, and has a polished and systematic approach. The candidate should be a creative thinker and problem solver who has awareness of writers and the literary world to draw on, and be able to comfortably converse with supporters, writers, celebrities, and activists. The candidate should be committed to PEN America’s mission and work, with a demonstrated track record of managing and delivering meaningful programmatic experiences with multiple moving parts.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead, execute, and produce the Fall 2025 through Spring 2026 slate of PEN America public programs and events, including literary programs and Free Expression events
- Develop a slate of revenue-generating Author’s Evenings and other donor engagement opportunities
- Establish Emerging Voices alumni programming
- Manage all logistical aspects of programs, including liaising with authors, authors’ representatives, host donors, venues, partner organizations, and other service providers; development, production, and distribution of event-related materials; track event participation and prepare event graphics, outreach, and follow-up emails; and process contracts and invoices, and ensure budget reconciliation
- Represent PEN America and/or prepare representatives at events, as required
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of two years of fundraising and/or event planning experience at a nonprofit organization
- Superb written and verbal communications skills, copy editing and proofreading skills, familiarity with brand-conscious design, and ability to compose digital communications
- Demonstrated success as a team player, engaging in both big picture thinking and minute details
- Must be self-driven, able to take initiative, and able to work independently; has demonstrated creative problem-solving skills
- Willingness and the ability to travel around the Los Angeles metro area, as required
- Local candidates with pre-existing connections within the Los Angeles creative community strongly preferred
- Prior work or familiarity with PEN America is a plus
- Excellent judgment, strong decision-making and negotiation skills, and a collaborative and results-oriented approach
- Experience with human rights and/or arts and culture fundraising is a strong plus
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, including Publisher; familiarity with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, or Canva; familiarity with Asana; familiarity with Raiser’s Edge is a plus
Consultancy Fees: The consultancy fee will be $6,000 per month for an initial term of six months. Any reasonable expenses incurred in the execution of duties will be reimbursed, as approved by the managing director.
TO APPLY:
Please submit a complete application (including a cover letter, resume, and unedited writing sample) via BambooHR. Only complete applications will be reviewed, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
PEN America is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in its hiring practices, and in order to build the strongest possible workforce, actively seeks a diverse applicant pool.
No phone calls or solicitations, please.
ABOUT PEN AMERICA:
PEN America stands at the intersection of literature and human rights to protect free expression in the United States and worldwide. We champion the freedom to write, recognizing the power of the word to transform the world. Our mission is to unite writers and their allies to celebrate creative expression and defend the liberties that make it possible.
Consultant, Los Angeles Program and Engagement – Fall 2025 – Spring 2026
PEN America, a nonprofit organization working at the intersection of literature and human rights, seeks a consultant to lead, execute, and produce the Los Angeles team’s public literary programming, membership engagement, and fundraising events in consultation with the region’s managing director. This consultancy, estimated to require approximately 30 hours per week, will be contracted for an initial six months, with the possibility of an extension for two to three additional months.
The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of preparing and producing meticulously planned events, and be creative, accountable, and capable of juggling multiple timelines and workload demands with poise under pressure. Assignments may also include other fundraising and cultivation events and projects, developing communications and marketing materials, engaging with stakeholders and partner organizations, and liaising with our finance and communications teams as necessary.
The successful candidate will be an energetic self-starter who is ambitious, organized, has excellent follow-through, and has a polished and systematic approach. The candidate should be a creative thinker and problem solver who has awareness of writers and the literary world to draw on, and be able to comfortably converse with supporters, writers, celebrities, and activists. The candidate should be committed to PEN America’s mission and work, with a demonstrated track record of managing and delivering meaningful programmatic experiences with multiple moving parts.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead, execute, and produce the Fall 2025 through Spring 2026 slate of PEN America public programs and events, including literary programs and Free Expression events
- Develop a slate of revenue-generating Author’s Evenings and other donor engagement opportunities
- Establish Emerging Voices alumni programming
- Manage all logistical aspects of programs, including liaising with authors, authors’ representatives, host donors, venues, partner organizations, and other service providers; development, production, and distribution of event-related materials; track event participation and prepare event graphics, outreach, and follow-up emails; and process contracts and invoices, and ensure budget reconciliation
- Represent PEN America and/or prepare representatives at events, as required
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of two years of fundraising and/or event planning experience at a nonprofit organization
- Superb written and verbal communications skills, copy editing and proofreading skills, familiarity with brand-conscious design, and ability to compose digital communications
- Demonstrated success as a team player, engaging in both big picture thinking and minute details
- Must be self-driven, able to take initiative, and able to work independently; has demonstrated creative problem-solving skills
- Willingness and the ability to travel around the Los Angeles metro area, as required
- Local candidates with pre-existing connections within the Los Angeles creative community strongly preferred
- Prior work or familiarity with PEN America is a plus
- Excellent judgment, strong decision-making and negotiation skills, and a collaborative and results-oriented approach
- Experience with human rights and/or arts and culture fundraising is a strong plus
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, including Publisher; familiarity with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, or Canva; familiarity with Asana; familiarity with Raiser’s Edge is a plus
Consultancy Fees: The consultancy fee will be $6,000 per month for an initial term of six months. Any reasonable expenses incurred in the execution of duties will be reimbursed, as approved by the managing director.
TO APPLY:
Please submit a complete application (including a cover letter, resume, and unedited writing sample) via BambooHR. Only complete applications will be reviewed, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
PEN America is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in its hiring practices, and in order to build the strongest possible workforce, actively seeks a diverse applicant pool.
No phone calls or solicitations, please.
ABOUT PEN AMERICA:
PEN America stands at the intersection of literature and human rights to protect free expression in the United States and worldwide. We champion the freedom to write, recognizing the power of the word to transform the world. Our mission is to unite writers and their allies to celebrate creative expression and defend the liberties that make it possible.
Day of the Dead: Memoirs of loss and renewal
Call for Submissions:
Experiencing loss is a universal part of the human experience. Through family, friendships, relationships, and circumstances, we are bound by the common threads of life and death. As we remember those who have passed, how their stories have shaped us, we also celebrate the new beginnings that emerge from endings.
We invite you to join us by creating an art installation or altar to honor an individual, a group of people, a time in history, or a current collective reality that acknowledges loss and renewal.
ABOUT BJAC
The Barnsdall Junior Arts Center Gallery fosters a vibrant creative community by welcoming all to experience the arts, creativity, and culture. Established in 1967, it was the first gallery in Los Angeles dedicated to hosting artworks by children. Today, the BJAC Gallery generates innovative arts exhibitions that have expanded to include adults from the BAC program as well as artists within the surrounding community and greater Los Angeles.
The gallery is open Thursdays to Saturdays, from 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Admissions CRM Administrator
Job Title: Admissions CRM Administrator
Department: Admissions
Reports to: Admissions & Recruitment Director
FLSA Status: Full-time, Non-exempt
Pay Scale:$27.00 – $32.00/hour
Schedule: Eligible for Hybrid Schedule after completing training period
Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Admissions CRM Administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Slate CRM, along with a positive attitude, strong problem-solving skills, and an energetic, collaborative approach.
Reporting to the Director of Admissions & Recruitment, the Admissions CRM Administrator will play a key role in managing, optimizing, and expanding the Slate CRM environment to meet the evolving needs of the admissions office. This position will focus on enhancing operational workflows, ensuring data integrity, and developing solutions that align with the institution’s enrollment strategies for undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate, and non-degree programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Customization, builds applications, creates forms, queries, and reports to support all stages of the admissions cycle
- Manage annual application preparation, including updates and configuration for each admissions cycle
- Builds and maintains import processes for external data sources, ensuring timely and accurate reconciliation of all name acquisition data
- Design and manage portals to support admissions and recruitment efforts
- Identify opportunities for enhancements and recommend technical solutions that support operational efficiency and strategic goals
- Manage data integrations and assist with error correction in the feed of data between systems, vendor files, and site-specific forms that insert records into the system. Develop in-depth knowledge of data integrations and business process data usage ensuring optimal data integrations and troubleshooting when necessary
- Collaborate with the Admissions team to implement and optimize automated communication workflows, including segmentation, personalization, testing, and deployment
- Manage population groups and deliver targeted outreach campaigns
- Run regular audits to maintain data integrity and ensure best practices in system maintenance
- Provide high-quality customer service by answering the Admissions Office’s main phone line and assisting with inquiries as needed
- Perform other related duties as directed by Admissions & Recruitment Director
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in technology, business, management, or related discipline
- Experience integrating and managing Slate CRM
- Excellent verbal communication skills to clearly convey information in-person and over the phone
- Skill in writing clear and concise, correspondence, memos, and e-mails
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task and work in an extremely fast paced environment
- Attention to detail and strong organization skills
- Self-starter, resourceful, and naturally hospitable
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships and collaborate with others to achieve common goals
We offer a great benefits package with medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and paid time off.
SCI-Arc is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
