SF Bay Area

Director, Creative Sonoma

About Creative Sonoma

Creative Sonoma is dedicated to advancing and supporting the creative community of Sonoma County by producing programs and providing services to serve the needs of Sonoma County’s diverse arts sector. Creative Sonoma is a division of the Economic Development Board (EDB)  with an advisory board comprised of 7-11 members who meet every other month to discuss strategic advice, outreach, promotional support, and program ideation. 

About the Position

Reporting to the Director of the EDB, the Creative Sonoma Director leads the Creative Sonoma division, supervises professional staff, and develops and implements programs that enhance the County’s creative economy positioning it on a national level. 

The Economic Development Board of Sonoma County is seeking a candidate who has demonstrated leadership experience in advancing artists, arts organizations, creative and cultural initiatives, and galvanizing diverse partners and communities at the intersection of art, culture, economy, and civic life. Reporting to the Director of the EDB, the Creative Sonoma Director leads the Creative Sonoma division, supervises professional staff, and develops and implements programs that enhance the County’s creative economy positioning it on a national level. Broadly, the Creative Sonoma Director will be responsible for the following five areas:

Program Development and Management, Fund Development and Fiscal Oversight, Marketing and Outreach, Policy and Advocacy, and Board and Staff Development. 

The most qualified candidates will bring experience related to:

·         Leading, developing, and supervising teams

·         Knowledge of trends in creative industries, arts-related policies, and funding opportunities, and economic development

·         Strategic planning, policy and fiscal management, fundraising, program development and management, and/or public administration

·         Managing and developing grant opportunities, diverse funding sources, including government contracts, foundations, and/or large donors

·         Creating programs that benefit diverse cultures, ethnicities, and people from different walks of life

·         Working successfully with grantmakers; business, community, and political leaders; nonprofits; and boards to motivate and address diverse interests through coalition building, community relations, and advocacy

·         A deep passion for and understanding of the needs of the creative sector, including nonprofit and for-profit creative enterprises and individual artists and creative professionals

Salary will be negotiated within the state range.  A robust benefit package is included.

Art Handler

Connect Art International is seeking a full time Art Handler. Individuals should be knowledgeable in all safe art handling practices, installation, wrapping and packing. The ability to think on your feet and problem solve is a must. Installation and packing experience required. Customer service skills along with a courteous appearance and demeanor, a positive attitude and the ability and willingness to multi-task are necessary. Must be able to lift 75 lbs and able to drive large trucks.

Please apply only if you have 2-3 years experience in safe art handling, installation and packing in a gallery or museum setting, or similar skill set.

Resumes in PDF format only. No phone calls please. Thank you

 

Call For Artists – Solo 2D Art Exhibits in SSF

Application Deadline: August 27, 2023, Mountain Time
Apply online only, via CAFÉ (callforentry.org):  https://bit.ly/CfA23_SSF
Entry Fee: None
Information: “Current Opportunities for Artists” at www.ssf.net/culturalarts
Email: cultural.arts@ssf.net

The City of South San Francisco invites artists working in two-dimensional media to apply for a series of three, hanging art exhibits to occur from Fall 2023 through Fall 2024. The exhibits will be held at the new SSF Library | Parks and Recreation Center at 901 Civic Campus Way. Two-dimensional art created by individual artists will be displayed on the first-floor corridor and in the Council Chambers/Community Theater atrium. Selected artists will receive a $1000.00 honorarium. The first solo exhibit will be presented in conjunction with the grand opening of the new facility in October 2023. It will be followed by two solo exhibits, the second to run from February through May and the third to run from June through September 2024. All dates are tentative. Emerging and established artists are encouraged to apply.

Atlantic Fellows for Equity in Brain Health

Seeking Artists and Creative Professionals: Join Our Global, Interdisciplinary Community of Leaders in Brain Health!

Applications are now being accepted for the 2024-25 Atlantic Fellows for Equity in Brain Health program at the Global Brain Health Institute. This is a 12-month, full-time, paid residential fellowship based at the University of California, San Francisco (USA) or Trinity College Dublin (Ireland).

The Atlantic Fellows for Equity in Brain Health at the Global Brain Health Institute (GBHI) community are engaged in a wide range of artist-led initiatives exploring brain health and dementia. Many of these initiatives combine artistic work and evidence-based research to improve our understanding of the experience of people with dementia and their carers, as well as provide opportunities to amplify narratives, change perceptions and stigma, and generate possibilities for community engagement and systemic transformation.

Arts and creativity are key to enhancing brain health as we age, and artists help us to see the world in new ways and to communicate that vision. GBHI embraces science, art, and creativity to improve our understanding of brain health and dementia, and to lead change in practice, perception, and policy. The fellowship program provides innovative training, networking, and support to emerging leaders focused on improving brain health and reducing the impact of dementia worldwide. Exceptional applicants from diverse backgrounds––including the arts, clinical practice, economics, public health, research, law, policy, technology, and education––who demonstrate strong leadership potential, a commitment to brain health and health care policy, as well as the ability to implement transformative solutions in local communities are encouraged to apply. The Atlantic Fellows for Equity in Brain Health program is an opportunity to elevate your impact and contribution to brain health.

Application deadline: September 25, 2023

Program start: August 2024

Learn more: www.gbhi.org/apply

Questions? Email apply@gbhi.org

Co-op Membership Opportunity at Gallery 2727

About Gallery 2727

We are a cooperative, artist-run art gallery located in South Berkeley at 2727 California Street. Our mission is to provide opportunities for emerging visual artists in the Bay Area to show their work and develop their practice. Gallery 2727 supports a vibrant community of artists of diverse styles, mediums, life experiences, and perspectives.

The gallery space hosts co-op exhibitions on a rotating basis, with dedicated 1-month exhibitions occurring 4-6 times per year. In between, the space is dedicated to performance, assembly, and community programming, during which co-op members are invited to collaborate and show work on a short-term basis.

Members are encouraged to host workshops and events, use communal creative facilities, and take advantage of the 2727 network. We are also committed to providing access to mentorship and professional development in arts and business.

 

Criteria for Membership

We are seeking emerging visual artists of all experience levels from the SF Bay Area. Potential members must be serious about their art, show clear direction, and present their work in a professional manner. Members must be willing and able to contribute time and effort to the co-op, including staffing, supporting operations, attending openings, and serving on a committee of their choosing.

Application period: July 10 – August 8  |  Members will be selected in early September

Application information can be found at 2727.today/gallery2727

Email gallery@2727.today with questions

 

About 2727 California Street

Gallery 2727 is part of a non-profit public charity (Hellerstein Foundation, a [501(c)3]) that oversees 2727 California Street. Founded in 2017, our community includes performers, poets, musicians, film-makers and writers and visual artists.

The building contains art studios, outdoor work and gathering space, and a beautiful theater and performance space with a sprung-dance floor, a balcony and high-quality movie and sound systems. Gallery 2727 features 2-story high display walls, movable walls, overhead controllable lighting grid and striking natural light.

Make A Difference Program Coordinator

STATUS: Part-time, non-exempt employee
PAY RATE: $23/hour
BENEFITS: PTO, Paid sick time

REPORTS TO: Artistic Director
START DATE: September 11, 2023

Shotgun Players is a company of artists determined to create bold, relevant, affordable theatre that inspires and challenges audiences and artists alike to re-examine our lives, our community, and the ever-changing world around us. We are committed to a welcoming and inclusive work culture and audience experience where everyone who walks through our doors feels a deep sense of belonging. We center our values in all that we do and hold ourselves accountable with rigorous, comprehensive, and regular reviews of policies, procedures, and staff. Getting it “right” is not a box we can check. It’s a daily practice and we are all here for that journey! Now in our 31st season, Shotgun is looking for a creative and driven leader of our Make A Difference Program.

JOB DESCRIPTION: The M.A.D Coordinator partners with administrative and artistic staff to develop, implement and lead our MAD Outreach Program.

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION and details on how to apply can be found here.

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