One of the longest established contemporary art galleries on the West Coast, L.A. Louver is seeking a full-time Registrar to join our team. Our ideal candidate will have two to five years of experience with a fine art gallery, shipping company, or arts institution, and an excellent understanding of professional best practices.
The Registrar will need to be a strong team player, working closely with the Assistant Registrar, Lead Preparator, and Operations Manager to organize shipping, framing, and conservation; maintain and update the inventory database; and liaise with gallery colleagues, artists, clients, and vendors.
This colleague must be extremely detail oriented by nature, a clear and gracious communicator, capable of working well under deadline pressures, and have good professional judgment.
Responsibilities may include:
· Initiate and monitor incoming and outgoing shipments (both domestic and international), communicating with shipping vendors to obtain estimates and manage pickup, transportation, and endpoint delivery of artworks.
· Track and manage artwork movements, consignments, and loan agreements
· Ensure artwork inventory database records remain correct and updated, prioritizing artwork details, images, location, condition, framing and production costs, as well as provenance and exhibition history entries, working closely with Archive.
· Assist with general collections management, including condition reporting, cataloguing, and tracking of artworks across multiple locations, including on- and off-site storage, artist studios and exhibition loans
· Oversee basic art handling and preparation duties; assist as needed with packing and unpacking, installation
Desired Skills and Experience:
· Bachelor’s degree in related discipline preferred
· Minimum two years registration and/or collections management experience in a gallery or art institution
· Proficiency and experience with art inventory / collections management database (familiarity with ArtBase is ideal)
· Proficiency with Mac OS X environment, MS Office Suite; Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Acrobat Pro) a plus
· Knowledge of art handling, art storage, and transportation best practices
· Must be able to lift 30+ lbs
· Must have valid CA driver’s license, as position may require working out of multiple locations
This is a full-time (Monday-Friday), salaried staff position with benefits, including medical and dental insurance, paid vacation and sick leave.
No relocation support is available.
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume in PDF format to work@lalouver.com.
No phone calls, please. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.
Full Time
Program Coordinator
Title: Program Coordinator
Department: Programs and Engagement
Reports to: Deputy Director, Programs and Engagement
Status: Salaried, Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $50,000–$60,000
Schedule: Full time; occasional evenings/weekends required
About Headlands Center for the Arts
Headlands Center for the Arts is a multidisciplinary, international arts center dedicated to supporting artists; the creative process; and the development of new, innovative ideas and artwork. Where we are is as important as what we do. Our campus comprises a cluster of artist-rehabilitated military buildings, just north of the Golden Gate Bridge at historic Fort Barry in the Marin Headlands, a part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.
Mission
Headlands Center for the Arts provides an unparalleled environment for the creative process and the development of new work and ideas. Through a range of programs for artists and the public, we offer opportunities for reflection, dialogue, and exchange that build understanding and appreciation for the role of art in society.
Position Description
Headlands Center for the Arts’ (Headlands) Programs and Engagement Department leads the organization’s programming, marketing/communications, and public engagement, with the goal of supporting artists and involving the public in the creative process. Headlands is at an important moment in its history. In 2022 it will celebrate its 40th anniversary, while at the same time launching new initiatives such as the Threshold and Bay Area Fellowships.
The Program Coordinator (PC) supports a high-functioning department and has excellent organization, communication, data management, and interpersonal skills. A strong candidate possesses a desire to do great work and a strong attention to detail. The PC successfully prioritizes among multiple projects and is an active contributor to the Programs and Engagement team. This position interfaces with staff across the organization, artists, and the public. A successful candidate will possess a positive and clear mode of communication and a collaborative work style. Under the supervision of the Deputy Director for Programs and Engagement, the Program Coordinator primarily supports the Fellowships and Artist in Residency Programs.
Responsibilities
All of the duties and responsibilities outlined below are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other non-related instructions as requested by their supervisor and guided by the needs of the team.
Artist and Fellowship Support
· Coordinate application processes for the selection of Fellowships, Awards, and Artist in Residence
· Budget preparation support and coordination
· Liaison with artists
· Monitor and support artist needs
· Provide on-site staffing for artist visits and meetings
Public Programs and Events
· Actively contribute to planning and execution of public facing events and programs
· Provide on-site greeting, orientation, and visitor service functions as needed
· Coordinate and track attendance
Administration
· Prepare and provide information on planning and status of artist and fellows programs across the organization
· Schedule meetings and track next steps
· Prepare event forms and manage scheduling processes
· Creatively problem solve and improve department systems and processes
Position Requirements
· Demonstrated interest and high familiarity with contemporary art and other cultural disciplines
· Able to organize, plan, and complete multiple tasks with attention to detail
· Excellent communications and presentation skills
· Adapts easily to changing conditions
· Strong commitment to professional growth and team building
· Experience with or willingness to learn about diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility initiatives
· High levels of integrity, judgment, and interpersonal adeptness
· Proficiency in database management, Google and Microsoft Office Suite, and other computer software skills as required. Salesforce experience is a plus
· Due to the organization’s remote location, a reliable vehicle access is needed
Physical Requirements
· Frequently required to talk and hear; stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms
· Occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus
· Must be able to do extended periods of work at a computer
· Must be able to assist with events, which includes lifting up to 25 lbs
· Must be able to work occasional nights and weekends
· Must be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19
To Apply
Headlands Center for the Arts is committed to a diverse and pluralistic workplace. People of Color and members of the LGBTQIA community are strongly encouraged to apply.
Interested candidates should email a single PDF attachment that includes both a cover letter and resume to jobs@headlands.org. The subject line of your email should be “Program Coordinator/your name.” Please submit applications by Sunday, June 5, 2022.
Review of applications will begin Monday, June 6, 2022 and continue until the position is filled. Please note that due to the volume of applicants, only candidates who will be invited to interview will be contacted.
Equality Employment Opportunity Policy
Headlands Center for the Arts is committed to a diverse workplace and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals, as such Headlands is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all applicants, employees, volunteers, and interns. Headlands makes decisions based on the merits of each candidate.
Headlands Center for the Arts prohibits discrimination based on an individual’s race, color, religion (including all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices), sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, pregnancy and breastfeeding), sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality, and bisexuality) national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital status or registered domestic partner status, uniformed service member or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics or information, or any other basis protected by law. Headlands will afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, employees, volunteers, and interns as to all terms and conditions of employment, including, without limitation, compensation, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, and termination.
Exhibitions and Public Program Curator
Exhibitions and Public Programs Curator
McEvoy Foundation for the Arts
Organization
McEvoy Foundation for the Arts presents exhibitions, conversations, screenings, and public programs that engage and amplify the themes and ideas the McEvoy Family Collection.
Position
The exhibitions and public programs curator is an experienced professional who is responsible for developing, organizing, and implementing McEvoy Arts artistic program. This program invites talented independent artists, curators, writers, filmmakers and other creative professionals to present highly inventive and engaging exhibitions, lectures, film screenings, performances, and readings, and conversations that respond to the works in the McEvoy Family Collection.
The position manages all aspects of this program including identifying and procuring promising project proposals for review and selection by McEvoy Arts’ leadership; cultivating programmatic and audience-driven partnerships and envisioning new programmatic models; and working with curators and artists to organize impactful exhibitions and public programs that will engage and delight an expanding audience base.
The exhibition and public programs curator is a lead member of a small, but highly collaborative and productive management team. They guide and co-lead support staff, technical support, external vendors, and other production team members.
The curator is a collaborator who builds trust and respect within and outside of McEvoy Arts. She/he/they value and welcome diverse perspectives and voices in the development of exhibitions and public programs. The curator is versed and comfortable integrating multiple artistic mediums into their vision. She/he/they are able to think across sites and platforms in meaningful, cohesive, and unexpected ways. She/he/they understand that curatorial practice is a creative act and can be an art form in and of itself.
The exhibitions and public programs curators reports to the executive director.
Responsibilities
– Works closely with the executive director to ensure that the organization’s vision is realized.
– Organizes and implements a robust schedule of exhibitions and public programs for broad and diverse audiences with an understanding of and commitment to McEvoy Arts’ vision and brand.
– Effectively leads and manages the advance exhibition and public programs calendar. Oversees, develops, and maintains advance schedule, budgets, short and long-term plans and production schedules, and evaluations of the artistic program.
– Brings strong and effective stakeholder engagement and communication skills to board, staff peers and support, talent, and vendor relations.
– With guest curators and artists, staff, vendors, partners, and curator of the McEvoy Family Collection, drives all administrative and production needs including invitations and bookings, loans and loan agreements, contracts and permissions, exhibition inventories and checklists, insurance and security, condition reports, installation and de-installation, equipment rentals, service and supply purchases, documentation and archive management, and shipping logistics.
– In consultation with staff and guest curators, organizes and authors well researched, coherent, and compelling writing for interpretative materials for public release such as event, artwork, and exhibition descriptions, labels, gallery guides, and check lists. Writes, speaks, and presents the artistic program to both internal and external audiences.
– Organizes and presents materials for artistic program review meetings to select exhibitions and public programs.
– Ensures the safety and care of artworks. Assumes responsibility for the safety, storage, and transit of objects on display while on loan. Trains gallery staff on exhibition maintenance, safety, and art work care.
– Cultivates partnerships and foster relationships with institutions and individuals that increase access to and participation in the artistic program.
– Represents McEvoy Arts in the media and public interviews and in conversations with numerous creative communities, partner organizations, peers, and funders.
Qualifications
– Ample record of exhibition development and production, from concept through implementation.
– Experience producing and managing high-impact artistic programs, including commissioning and producing new art works, within budget and on schedule.
– Experience and understanding of best practices in a professional museum or artist-centered organization.
– Additional skills and experience to lead people and muster necessary resources to execute highly professional productions in a variety of creative media.
– Working knowledge and understanding of regional, national, and international artistic practices and trends.
– Bachelor degree in art history, studio art, film, museum, theater, or performance studies required. Masters or other advanced degree helpful.
– A commitment to public service and the engagement of a variety of social, economic, and cultural perspectives.
– Proven writing, presentation, public speaking, and interpersonal communication skills.
– Active participation in local, national, and international arts activities and programs.
– High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
– Experience guiding, training, and supervising staff, volunteers, and outside vendors.
– Familiarity with AV recording, media-based artworks, and presenting equipment and software.
– Multi-lingual skills a plus.
Salary
Commensurate with experience and qualifications. Excellent employee benefits include insurance for medical, dental, and vision services; retirement plan, and paid vacation, holidays and sick time.
Application
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to jobs@mcevoyarts.org. Please include “Exhibitions and Public Programs Curator” in the subject header. Applications accepted through June 15, 2022. Due to high volume of applicants, we will only respond to those who are strong candidates for the position. Position open until filled.
Criminal Background Check
Due to the sensitivity and requirements of our positions, you should expect to undergo and be cleared of an employment background/criminal check, if extended an offer for employment. You may also be asked to provide proof of educational degree(s), licenses or credentials pertinent to the position.
Equal Employment Opportunities
McEvoy Foundation for the Arts is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive reconsideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Administrative Associate
Create CA seeks a full-time Administrative Associate who will provide administrative support for
its Pasadena office and statewide team.
Create CA’s mission is to advocate for high quality arts education for all students by providing
policy expertise and by mobilizing a statewide network of advocates and allied partners. Create
CA is the only statewide organization that brings together all primary constituencies for arts
education, including arts organizations, K-12 teachers, professional teacher associations, state
and local education departments, professional development providers, parents and PTAs, and
interested community members in higher education and business.
For more information, please visit www.createca.org
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Provide administrative support to Create CA staff
• Coordinate logistics, prepare materials, and help execute meetings and special events,
including Board and other meetings
• Schedule meetings and appointments
• Oversee office systems and equipment including external IT support
• Support board and staff orientations and onboarding
• Track and order inventory (e.g., program collateral, equipment, office supplies, etc.)
• Maintain all files and archives
• Track credit card receipts, reconcile with statements and update transactions in
QuickBooks
• Support monthly payroll (time allocation sheet tracking, etc.)
• Track employee expenses and receipts as well as monitor employee budget allocations
• Assist Finance & Operations Manager with day-to-day bookkeeping, including entering
invoices, bill pay and account reconciliations
• Process, track and acknowledge donations
• Respond to public inquiries and represent Create CA effectively to the public
• Other administrative support as needed
Physical Requirements
• Duties require occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs
Job Qualifications
Experience: 2-4 years of administrative experience required.
Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ideal candidate will have:
• Exemplary organizational, time management, project management, analytic and
coordination skills
• Highly motivated, able to plan proactively, prioritize tasks, and manage competing
priorities
• Excellent attention to detail and follow through on projects/tasks
• Strong written and spoken communication and interpersonal skills
• Stellar notetaking, editing and proofreading skills
• Knowledge using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), QuickBooks, and
Macintosh or PC platform required
• Experience with Google Workspace, Smartsheet, Dropbox, Zoom, Bill.com, databases
and/or graphic design desired but not required
• General technological savvy and strong online research skills
• Friendly and professional presence in telephone, virtual, and face-to-face
communication
• Ability to work independently and carry out assignments within stated timeframe
• Honesty, integrity and ability to adapt to change
• Valid California driver’s license
Position Specifications & Benefits
● Full-time employee, non-exempt position
● Competitive compensation commensurate to applicant’s experience (Range of $21-
$23/hr)
● Benefits include: Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, 401(k) plan participation and
matching, as well as Sick, Vacation and Holiday pay
● Create CA is committed to employee professional development and supports
opportunities for training and growth
● The position requires occasional travel throughout California and to select events
Application Process
To apply, submit the following as one (1) attachment in pdf format to hr@createca.org with the
subject line “Administrative Associate”:
● Resume
● Cover letter
Applicants will be contacted only if the applicant’s skills match the job requirements. No calls
please.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Create CA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Create CA seeks diversity and does not
discriminate based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability,
mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender
identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other basis
protected by law.
The statements in this description represent typical elements, criteria, and general work
performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,
duties, and skills required for the job.
Booking Representative
Sozo Artists Inc. is seeking a full time Booking Representative to join our small but mighty team. Founded and led by women, our team of world class artists and producers partner with institutions, brands, civic entities and creative agencies, building cultural bridges through bold, perspective-changing projects including live performances, short films, digital content, educational residencies, installations and site reactive public art activations. We believe in the role of artists as thought partners and catalysts for innovation, with art and technology, social impact and immersive arts as our three core creative pillars. A newly created position, Booking Representative will collaborate closely with our managers, producers and artists to devise and execute booking strategies across our entire roster, consistently deliver results, and report directly to our VP & Director of Sales.
Summary:
– Full Time
– Remote work position
– In-person work as needed
– Training provided; growth potential
– CA or NY state residence preferred
– Reports to VP & Director of Sales
– Annual Salary: $45,000 – 55,000
Job Description:
– Handle artist engagement bookings including but not limited to concerts, performances, new work commissions, installations, residencies, workshops, and speaking engagements, for our touring artists and projects globally, but focused primarily in North America
– Devise, maintain and execute booking strategies for each artist / project in collaboration with internal team, and collaborate on marketing strategies as needed
– Regularly foster existing and new relationships with buyers including cold calls and emails
– Pitch, follow up and close deals with buyers in performing arts, entertainment and commercial digital/brand sectors, with a primary focus in the performing arts sector
– Prepare, negotiate, and revise contracts, as well as handle vendor registrations and invoices
– Seek and refer new opportunities for our producing entity Sozo Creative with select buyers and partners
– Manage and oversee travel, housing and logistics planning as needed for each engagement or contract
– Interface and collaborate efficiently with all relevant parties on all aspects of artist engagements and booking strategies
– Develop and maintain artist marketing, booking and pitch materials
– Maintain databases and leads pipeline
– Attend concerts, events, conferences and meetings as needed
– Assist in special projects, research, and compile information as needed
TO APPLY: Send cover note & resume in the body of email (no attachments please), along with 3 references, and SUBJECT LINE: “Booking Representative Application” to info@sozomedia.com.
Qualifications:
– 3-5 years of similar industry experience: Knowledge of arts presenting field and contacts with arts presenters in North America and beyond; Have successfully and consistently pitched and booked artistic productions; Attended arts conferences in the US
– Some college preferred
– Extremely detail oriented, with impeccable memory
– A self starter & a fast and willing learner with consistent work ethic, a sense of integrity, and passion for the arts
– A people person; natural at building relationships and in social settings
– Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and still believes that phone calls can be as, if not more, effective as text messages or emails
– Computer/tech savvy (Requires extensive use of Slack, Airtable, Spark, Google suite, Microsoft suite)
– Operates with an innate sense of curiosity and grace; Not easily offended or takes things personally
– Ability to read the room
– Ability to stay calm, collected and methodical under pressure
– Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize; goal oriented with a strong sense of follow through and persistence when needed
– Ability to navigate flexibly and sensitively around difficult personalities, different cultural nuances and industry expectations
– Able to initiate, lead, and prioritize while working both independently and collaboratively in a hectic small business environment
– Interest in growing with the company
– Align with our core values: emboldened leadership, a foundation of integrity, a brave space, the experience of delight, expanded impact and a culture of innovation
NOTES:
Telecommuting is allowed.
Additional Salary Information: Booking incentives offered after 6 months of successful employment
Environmental and Sustainability Strategist
The Environmental and Sustainability Strategist will analyze the museums environmental impact and, along with museum management and with feedback from the museums Environmental Council (EC), set policy goals and objectives and support benchmarks to assure that the museum meets those goals. The reporting structure for this position will be determined. The Environmental and Sustainability Strategist will be involved in all aspects of museum sustainability initiatives, including exhibition sustainability, museum-wide carbon negativity, solar support, infrastructure greening, water review, recycling, waste reduction, education, and employee empowerment.
Essential Functions:
- In partnership with museum leadership and members of the EC, create a leading model of sustainability for MOCA through thoughtful stewardship of resources and the environment; Lead the development, evaluation, and implementation of energy efficiency and environmentally responsible projects.
- Foster a dialogue with staff around sustainability, incorporating staff needs and limitations into program development; coordinate with staff on program initiatives; Work with museum staff to field and implement staff-requested sustainability upgrades; work with individual departments to assess the environmental impact and make recommendations to reduce.
- Supports museum environmental goals toward carbon-neutral, zero-waste, 100% renewable energy, and science-based targets for 2030 and beyond; develops programs and initiatives to help achieve goals and establishes the correct KPIs to measure performance against goals and dashboard to include reporting framework.
- Maintain knowledge of best practices in responsible sourcing and sustainable operations and ongoing competitive benchmarking to keep abreast of important landscape changes; Partner and engage with third party associations and/or multi-stakeholder initiatives, as appropriate.
- Coordinate with museum leadership and advise on all projects that may include fit-outs, retrofits, building upgrades, energy and sustainability projects, new development, advisory, and custom sustainability toolkit development.
- Collaborates closely with the Director of Collection and Exhibitions, Curators, and external Installation Designers to develop protocols for more efficient shipping & packaging carbon smart shipping efforts.
- Fosters relationships and builds philanthropy with patrons at MOCA; collaborates with Advancement Department on grant and foundation requests.
- Serve as primary liaison between staff and EC; Attend EC meetings as requested; Develop written quarterly reports of progress for the EC and quarterly EC newsletters for the museum staff.
- Balance the EC budget, including incoming and outgoing grants council dues, and handle the GHG inventory, budget, and calculations.
- Coordinate with Communications Department and advise on environmental and sustainability social media posts, press releases, and other messaging.
- Accurately and efficiently maintain systems and records consistent with all local and national codes, including hazardous materials, right to know, preventative maintenance, historic preservation, and other documentation required by law and best practice standards.
- Champion the museums strategic initiatives and vision, providing enthusiastic leadership that strengthens MOCA and builds positive workplace culture; Support MOCAs strategic goal to advance a culture of inclusivity and diversity.
- Performs special projects and other related duties as required, directed, or as the situation dictates.
Requirements - Minimum of 3-years (5 years preferred) working full-time in the area of Environmental Sustainability.
- Formal sustainability education or credential a plus;
- Proficiency in Google Cloud Services, CRM Database such as Altru and Raisers Edge, Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work on Windows and Apple Platforms.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills are required.
- Problem-solving, research, and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently while being an integral member of a high-functioning team.
- Solid relationship-building skills and ability to interface with external constituents.
- General knowledge and interest in contemporary art and an understanding of the organizational structure and procedures at museums or other non-profit arts institutions.
- Some weekend and evening work is required.
Salary range: $90,000 – $125,000
Research shows that women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job description describes you, then you are highly encouraged to apply for this role.
