Executive Director

Job Opening
Brevard Cultural Alliance, Melbourne Florida

Brevard Cultural Alliance (BCA) is a not-for-profit serving Brevard County Florida’s cultural organizations, individual artists, and the community, primarily through artist residencies in schools, special residencies for at-risk youth and other education and health programs. BCA currently operates with five full-time staff with a fiscal year 2009-2010 operating budget just over $500,000.

Brevard Cultural Alliance seeks a proven leader to serve as Executive Director who is poised and professional, dynamic and energetic with management experience in attracting, retaining and motivating a team that includes both staff and volunteers. The successful candidate will be solutions-oriented, an excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills, and have the enthusiasm necessary to build positive relationships with key constituents within the community. This individual must be able to command attention and respect when speaking in public, and persuasively negotiate in one-to-one situations and in meetings with small groups. He or she must possess the expertise required to make fundraising appeals to individuals, groups and organizations.

Competitive salary and benefits

For more information about Brevard Cultural Alliance, please visit http://www.artsbrevard.org

Note: United Way of Brevard County is assisting the BCA Search Committee with our executive search process. This job is posted with Career Builder, Monster.com and other select sites. The complete job description is posted on both the BCA website (www.artsbrevard.org) and the United Way website (www.uwbrevard.org). The search is being conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

Qualifications

Job requirements include:

1. Bachelor’s degree in related field required, or equivalent; postgraduate degree preferred
2. Minimum five years of leadership experience in a non-profit organization, private/public partnership organization or equivalent (prefer recent senior executive experience)
3. Experience in any or all of the following is a plus: tourism development, economic development, strategic planning, financial management, fundraising, advocacy roles, or working knowledge of a specific art form

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to send resume with cover letter outlining experience, education, and training to match criteria to bcasearch@uwbrevard.org.

Discipline Director (Local Arts Agencies and Challenge America Fast Track)

Job Opening
National Endowment for the Arts, Washington District of Columbia

The Discipline Director (Local Arts Agencies and Challenge America Fast Track) reports directly to the Deputy Chairman for Programs and Partnerships and serve as the agency’s nationally recognized expert and authority for the Local Arts Agencies field and the Challenge America Fast rack funding category. The incumbent also serves as supervisor of the Local Arts Agencies and Challenge America Fast Track discipline specialists.

Qualifications

Candidates must possess a comprehensive knowledge of the Local Arts Agencies field, as well as a broad knowledge of current artistic trends to address the diverse, multidisciplinary constituents who apply under the Challenge America Fast-Track category. This includes in-depth awareness of organizational and artistic issues, and public and private sector funding opportunities, needed to represent the organization to various audiences. Candidates are also required to have full expertise that will enable them to provide input and recommend responses to agency/organization legislative, policies, and procedural proposal; explain, support and defend agency policies and initiatives; and develop, interpret, advocate, and justify innovative funding measures for the field.

How to Apply

Submit your application to be received by 5:30pm (eastern time) on September 15, 2010.

Your application package must include:

• Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612), or a resume, or any other written application format of your choice.
• Responses to the KSAs (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities).

Submit your application citing vacancy announcement NEA-PL-10-1002- (EX) via any one of the following means:

Mail, Commercial Delivery, or Hand Delivery to:

National Endowment for the Arts
Office of Human Resources
Attn: Candace Samuels
1100 Pennsylvania Ave, NW, Room 627
Washington, DC 20506

OR

Email to: EX1002@arts.gov

All electronic applications must be submitted using Microsoft Word, Word Perfect, or PDF format.

OR

Fax to: (202) 682-5708

PR/Marketing Manager

Job Opening
Tallahassee Museum, Tallahassee Florida

FT – Responsible for sustaining and building the Museum’s audiences and participation through press releases, promotions, and publicity activities; story development and writing for publications; media placement/purchases/photo management; and social media and professional networking.

Qualifications

Applicants should possess at least 2 years professional PR/MKTG experience. Must have strong writing & oral communications skills, capable of managing a budget and working with a diversity of people including volunteers, have perseverance, capable of multi-tasking & able to exercise discretion & independent judgment.

How to Apply

Send cover letter and resume to Tallahassee Museum, 3945 Museum Dr., Tallahassee, FL 32310 or to prjob@tallahasseemuseum.org. No phone calls please.

Adjunct and Full-Time Art Faculty

Job Opening
Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale - Studio School, Fort Lauderdale Florida

The Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale's Studio School is currently accepting applications for visual art instructors to begin teaching in the late fall/early winter. The Studio School is seeking applicants for the following disciplines: Ceramics, Figurative Sculpture, and Photography (both digital and traditional).

Qualifications

Applicant must have a BFA in the discipline in which applying. MFA and prior teaching experience is preferred.

How to Apply

Please email letter of interest, resume, and samples of your work to both alauro@moafl.org and jgomez@moafl.org - no phone calls or walk-ins.

Director of Fundraising

Job Opening
Carrollwood Cultural Center, Tampa Florida

The Carrollwood Cultural Center (CCC), a young cultural and community organization seeks a full-time Director of Fundraising. Candidates must have experience in fundraising, membership programs, corporate sponsorship, and grant writing. Some evenings and weekends required. $35,000 - $37,000 DOQ, plus benefits. The CCC is an EOE and drug free workplace.

How to Apply

Please send resume to:
Paul Berg, Executive Director
4537 Lowell Road
Tampa, FL 33618.

No calls. For further information and job description, e-mail pberg@carrollwoodcenter.org.

Director of External Affairs

Job Opening
Golisano Children's Musuem of Naples, Naples Florida

The Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples (C’mon) is seeking a full-time Director of External Affairs (DEA). Under supervision of the Executive Director, the DEA holds responsibility for the Museum’s relationships with a variety of audiences to help the Museum realize its mission, vision and goals. The DEA is responsible for managing events and external activities for the museum that are not related to education or the capital campaign. The DEA will also assist the Executive Director in managing communication and relationships with board members, business and community leaders, legislators, members, volunteers, and with peer institutions.

Description of Duties / Responsibilities:

• Building and sustaining strategic relationships with visitors, members, business and community leaders, legislators and other key constituencies of the Museum.
• Works collaboratively with Executive Director to design and implement a comprehensive marketing and public relations program and appropriate marketing strategies for C’mon in keeping with the Museum’s goals and branding. Monitors and analyzes outcomes from marketing programs/strategies including evaluation of cost effectiveness.
• Coordinates public presentations and appearances, including writing speeches and identifying speaking opportunities.
• Formulates policy and program recommendations that promote the museum within the community and that facilitate and encourage the involvement of business and community leadership with the museum.
• Regularly represents the museum in the community and with key constituencies.
• Plans and executes special events with a broad community focus including panel discussions, receptions and other programming.
• Designs and coordinates production of collateral materials to support the Museum ranging from event invitations and e-newsletters to annual reports and membership materials.
• Updates Museum website as needed.
• Manages media relations and PR opportunities.
• Manages advertising program including development of ad schedule, negotiating ad rates and ad placement.
• Manages corporate partnerships and develops new corporate relationships.

Qualifications

Minimum Training and Experience:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in communication, business, marketing or other relevant field; supplemented by three or more years of demonstrated accomplishment in a multi-faceted external relations position.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite & Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat). Graphic design skills required.
• Web and Social Media experience required.
• Knowledge of Southwest Florida media sources.

Special Requirements:

• Capacity to create and maintain consistent messaging and to manage organizational events for cultivation, awareness building, and celebration.
• Proven ability to work with board members, high value volunteers and community leaders.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication:

• Preparation and periodic submittal of guest columns, letters to the editor, blogs, news releases and other public relations communications to ensure enhanced public visibility of the Museum.
• Ability to comprehend and correctly use a variety of informational documents including budget reports, surveys and trends, and other reports and records.
• Ability to write for publication, conduct research on individuals and organizations, prepare statistics for board and staff review, and other job related documents using prescribed format and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction and style.
• Ability to meet deadlines and maintain confidentiality of restricted information.
• Ability to make independent judgments in absence of management, use common sense, and utilize the principles of rational systems in the performance of tasks.
• Ability to maintain personal composure and tactfully handle difficult situations and interpret questions correctly.

Working Conditions:

1. Informal office environment.
2. Involves evening and weekend hours.
3. Moderate amount of travel, a driver’s license is required.
4. Frequent interaction with public.

How to Apply

Please send cover letter, resume, three references, examples of work (include one each of a news release, graphic design work, website and subject matter article) and salary requirements to:

Joe Cox
Executive Director
Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples
PO Box 2423
Naples, FL 34106

Or send an email to Joe Cox, jcox@cmon.org.

Librarian (part-time)

Job Opening
Bok Tower Gardens Foundation, INc., Lake Wales Florida

The Librarian oversees all operations of the Anton Brees Carillon Library. It contains books, serials, manuscripts, many forms of AV recordings, photographs, music scores, vertical files, ephemera, personal archives. Most of the texts are in English, Dutch and French. This special library was established in 1968 to collect and preserve materials related to the carillon. The main purpose is a research facility for the historical and technical study of carillons, bells and other bell instruments. It is not open to the public and is not a lending library.

Qualifications

Master of Library Science degree from an ALA-accredited graduate school required - will consider a graduate student with a minimum of 20 hours in course work completed to include basic cataloging; minimum of two years experience in a library required. Additional qualifications preferred include basic knowledge of music, understanding of Dutch, German or French languages, and archives management. Strong written and verbal communication skills required; strong computer skills in Word and Excel required.

How to Apply

Resumes, accompanied by letters of interest, may be submitted by mail, fax or email in Microsoft Word format only. Applications may also be picked up at the entrance gate at the street address listed below and may be mailed or returned to the entrance gate for processing. Bok Tower Gardens is a Drug-Free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Human Resources
Bok Tower Gardens
1151 Tower Blvd.
Lake Wales, FL 33853
Fax: 863-676-6770
Email: ryoung@boktower.org

Director of Development

Job Opening
Florida Stage, West Palm Beach Florida

The Director of Development will be a member of the Executive Management Team reporting to the Producing Director and the Managing Director. This professional will work closely with an active Board to ensure fundraising success with the responsibility for planning, implementing and administering all individual, corporate, foundation and government fundraising campaigns and oversee all special events for Florida Stage as well as manage the three person staff.

Qualifications

Successful candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of development experience in a non-profit organization with a proven track record in individual and major giving; experience fundraising in diverse, multilingual communities; a proven track record in motivating others; a keen understanding of management systems, databases, research and other donor related tools.

How to Apply

Your cover note and resume should be submitted in strict confidence to Mr. Peter Newsham, President,Graham Newsham and Associates - peternews@aol.com

House Manager

Job Opening
The Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre, Coral Gables Florida

Actors’ Playhouse, a professional year round theatre organization, is seeking a House Manager to provide the highest level of friendly and professional service to our diverse South Florida audiences for Mainstage and Children’s Theatre year round at the Miracle Theatre in Coral Gables. The House Manager will supervise Front of House activities for performances including ushers, volunteers, concessions workers as well as maintaining daily reports. The candidate must have excellent skills in oral communication, organization, detail, critical thinking, experience in dealing with the public, multi tasking, the ability to deal with large numbers of people in fast paced situations, and should be flexible in problem solving with patrons, artists, and co-workers. The candidate must have strong administrative computer skills, and will be expected to also be proficient in box office services on a Theatre Management System. The position is hourly with up to 40 hours or more when the theatre is in production. The hours of service are usually Wednesday-Friday evening, Saturday day and evening, and Sunday afternoon.

How to Apply

Please email resume to: slerner@actorsplayhouse.org

Associate Director

Job Opening
Cathedral Arts, Jacksonville Florida

Cathedral Arts is looking for an individual to fill the newly created position of Associate Director. Cathedral Arts is the leading provider of standards-based afterschool instruction in the visual and performing arts in Duval County, serving over 1,000 children.

Cathedral Arts employs instructors to provide twice-weekly instruction in the visual and performing arts during the afterschool hours. Classes are led by exceptional teachers who are chosen for their ability to communicate with children as well as for their artistic ability. Priority for our programs is given to those schools with at least 62 percent of the students eligible for the Free and Reduced Lunch program.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Arts Education; Master’s Degree strongly preferred.

Experience working with Duval County Public Schools is preferred.

Strong leadership and administrative skills.

How to Apply

Submit cover letter, resume and compensation requirements in confidence to Kimberly Hyatt, Executive Director, at khyatt@capkids.org. No phone calls.

Workshop instructor

Job Opening
Chartpak, Inc, Various locations Florida

Grumbacher paint is currently recruiting acrylic instructors for opportunities at various locations in Florida. Flexible schedule, supplies provided, and compensation offered.

Qualifications

Accomplished artists who are capable of teaching up to 20 students in a short period of time.

How to Apply

For more information, or to apply, please send your resume, artist statement, and three examples of your work including a floral in acrylic, to ecunningham@chartpak.com.

Job Announcement for a Director of Local Arts Agency Services

Job Opening
Americans for the Arts, Washington D.C.

Americans for the Arts believes that a strong network of local arts agencies (LAAs) is essential to advancing the arts in America. The Director of Local Arts Agency Services leads a team of professionals responsible for serving and advancing the nation’s 5,000 LAAs—the core membership and field service area of Americans for the Arts. The Director of Local Arts Agency Services is a foremost authority on the full diversity of LAAs—their budget trends, programs, innovations, how public vs. private or large vs. small differ, as well as their organizational and leadership needs. The director is responsible for creating and delivering programs and services that strengthen LAAs such as content for the annual convention, online learning and “how to” trainings, fulfilling technical assistance requests, producing publications, and ensuring peer-to-peer engagement through member affinity networks.

How to Apply

To view detailed descriptions and requirements visit our careers website at: http://www.AmericansForTheArts.org/about_us/careers/002.asp. Qualified applicants may apply using our online application system.

Public Relations Internship

Job Opening
The Hippodrome Theatre, Gainesville Florida

Participate as part of the Hippodrome State Theatre's Artistic Team.
NOTE: THIS IS A PART TIME POSITION EVENING AND WEEKEND POSITION 15-20 HOURS A WEEK.

Essential Job Functions:

• Greeting Patrons
• Giving out information about the theatre, cinema, subscriptions, and special events
• Assisting with the Gala
• Extensive work with the public

Qualifications

Job Skill Requirements:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must.
• Excellent costumer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook and other commonly used PC programs
• Flexibility, positive attitude, and a willingness to commit to long hours, hard work, and a demanding schedule
• Ability to think on feet and step into unfamiliar roles
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high energy artistic environment
• Ability to work collaboratively with different personality types
• Self motivated

How to Apply

Please email your resume and cover letter to internships@thehipp.org

Please include the title of the internship in the subject line.

Executive Director

Job Opening
Norris Center for the Performing Arts, Rolling Hills Estates California

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will be charged with leading an effective, comprehensive, and integrated management of the Norris Center as it moves into the next phase of its journey. The Executive Director will be the organization's chief spokesperson with the Norris Center's mission, vision and values as a guide in representing it to many constituencies, both internal and external, throughout the community. The scope of responsibility will include fund development, long-range planning, audience development, artistic and programmatic administration in conjunction with the Artistic Director, external and community relations, and the overall operational, financial and administrative management of the Center.

Qualifications

Qualified applicants must have a bachelor's degree with a master's degree strongly preferred. A minimum of 5-7 years of related senior management experience with a successful track record in best business practices, preferably in the arts and culture field. Knowledge of computers and related Microsoft software applications, email and internet programs, as well as general knowledge of patron relationship management tools.

How to Apply

Send letter and resume with demonstrable accomplishments to:
Mr. Bruce D. Thibodeau, President
Arts Consulting Group, Inc.
1601 Hi Point Street
Los Angeles, CA 90035-4503
Tel (323) 936.0626 Fax (323) 936.1196
E-mail norriscenter@artsconsulting.com

Principal

Job Opening
Northwest School of the Arts , Charlotte North Carolina

Northwest School of the Arts (NWSA), the public performing and visual arts Middle/High school in Charlotte, NC, is seeking applicants for principal. Northwest School of the Arts provides a pre-professional, college preparatory program that focuses on rigorous academic classes and advanced educational experiences in the visual and performing arts. We serve talented and passionate students who specialize in the areas of theatre, visual art, chorus, band, orchestra, piano and dance.

Teacher Position

Job Opening
Art and Culture Center of Hollywood, Hollywood Florida

2008-2009 Art and Culture Center of Hollywood Seeks Instructors
The Art and Culture Center of Hollywood is looking for dynamic and creative teachers for our upcoming inter-disciplinary, youth and adult arts programs. All positions are contractual with competitive salary. Please go to http://www.artandculturecenter.org/job-opportunities/ for a more detailed listing of positions available.

Qualifications

• 3 or more years experience working with the specific age group for which you are applying. Certified teacher a plus
• Punctual and reliable with attention to detail
• Ability to interact positively and be diplomatic with children, parents, and coworkers
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team
• Positive classroom management
• Experience creating lesson plans and curriculum (incorporating Sunshine State Standards) for subject being taught
• Must pass background check

How to Apply

Interested applicants should mail resume and references to 1650 Harrison Street, Hollywood, FL 33020 attn: Director of Education or email education@artandculturecenter.org. Please put position you are interested in at the top of the resume or in the subject line.

Properties Design Internship

Job Opening
The Hippodrome State Theatre, Gainesville Florida

Properties Design Intern
Participate as part of the Hippodrome State Theatre's Artistic Team by working with the Resident Properties Designer.

Essential Job Description:
Work directly with resident properties designer
Assist in research, development, shopping and build of props for professional productions
Research and creation of various prop papers on the computer, knowledge of different programs is essential
Assist in presenting budgets
Attend production meetings
Assist in making a prop plot for productions
Work backstage running props for shows
Doing whatever it takes to get the job done
Must have a high interest in designing properties

How to Apply

Email your resume and letter of interest to internships@thehipp.org

Dramaturge/Literary Internship

Job Opening
The Hippodrome State Theatre, Gainesville Florida

Artistic/Literary Internship
Participate as part of the Hippodrome State Theatre's Artistic Team by supporting and working with the Resident Dramaturg.
NOTE: THIS IS A FULL SEASON INTERNSHIP ONLY (NO SUMMER INTERNSHIP AVAILABLE).

Essential Job Functions:
Work directly with the Dramaturg on research for upcoming productions
Assist with script research and acquisition
Assist in all tasks relating to One City One Story
Assist in all tasks relating to Senior Playwright Festival
Assist both the Dramaturg and the Artistic Director on setting up auditions and other administrative duties relating to the artistic department
Assist in any and all Artistic/Literary responsibilities outside of those listed above to be determined by the Artistic Director and/or Dramaturg

How to Apply

Email resume and letter of interest to internships@thehipp.org

Grants Management Internship

Job Opening
The Hippodrome State Theatre, Gainesville Florida

Grants Management Internship
Participate as part of the Hippodrome State Theatre's development team by researching both government and private charitable foundation grants.

Essential Job Functions:
Research grant programs and assist in writing funding applications and reports as required by granting agencies.
Participate in inter-department meetings.
Edit draft applications for accuracy, completeness and clarity in accordance with specific grant requirements and assist in preparing and compiling final grant proposals.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date and accessible databases, including detailed records and tracking of solicitation activities.
Provide information on funding opportunities, requirements and procedures; Assist in implementing project funding strategies.
Current grants have focused on the HITT program, an internationally recognized prevention program for youth at-risk using theatre as a tool for prevention.
Future projects may include new play development, artist in residence programs, facility improvements, cultural tourism initiatives, etc.

How to Apply

Please email your resume and cover letter to internships@thehipp.org

Marketing Internship

Job Opening
The Hippodrome State Theatre, Gainesville Florida

Marketing/Design Internship

Participate as a part of the Hippodrome Sate Theatre's Marketing team by supporting and working with our Marketing Director.

Essential Job Functions and Requirements:
Graphic artist with good design skills
Capable of page layout using Indesign or Adobe Pagemaker - PC Format
Strong Adobe Photoshop skills
Good communication and writing skills
Able to take direction and add creative spin
Able to write copy and press releases
Public relations background

How to Apply

Please email your resume and cover letter to internships@thehipp.org

Artistic Director

Job Opening
New Jersey Youth Symphony, New Providence New Jersey

The Artistic Director is responsible for the overall music and education programs of the New Jersey Youth Symphony. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Artistic Director oversees seven conductors who guide ensembles that perform over 40 regular and outreach concerts for diverse audiences annually. The Artistic Director serves on the Music Education Committee and as an ex-officio non-voting member of the Board of Trustees. The Artistic Director is accountable for successful implementation of the policies set forth by the Board of Trustees, always striving to achieve its mission to infuse the New Jersey community with an unbridled enthusiasm for the performance and discovery of great orchestral music and music education. The position is charged with leading the New Jersey Youth Symphony into the next phase of its journey, with its mission, vision and values as a guide.

The Artistic Director should have the ability to understand and embrace NJYS's unique mission and special character, and hold these paramount in every aspect of the work. The selected individual should find compelling the opportunity to work with the Executive Director to build a more visible reputation for the New Jersey Youth Symphony while preserving its core values and mission. The position requires demonstrated excellence, experience, and a reputation in each of these three areas:

Qualifications

Masters of Music degree required and a Doctorate in Music Education or a closely related discipline preferred with performance and conducting experience in the symphonic field. At least five years of conducting experience with artistic leadership abilities in addition to guiding the evolution of an artistic vision. Successful candidate will possess superb written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills; a leadership style marked by enthusiasm with a desire to innovate. Organization and motivational skills must be exceptionally well developed. Must be able to competently interact with a culturally and ethnically diverse population of student musicians, Board, volunteers and staff, and be able to work respectfully with all age groups. Ability to give direction and guidance, have the self-assuredness and confidence to enforce rules and regulations, but be flexible in order to preserve a positive community brand image and stakeholder satisfaction.

How to Apply

Initial cover letter, resume, and demonstrable accomplishments to:

Lee Kappelman, Vice President
Arts Consulting Group, Inc.
1718 M Street NW, Suite 283
Washington, DC 20036

Tel (202) 478.5306
Fax (202) 742.5965
E-mail njys@artsconsulting.com

Costume Design Internship

Job Opening
The Hippodrome State Theatre, Gainesville Florida

Participate as part of the Hippodrome State Theatre's Artistic Team by supporting and working with the Resident Costume Designer.

Essential Job Functions:
Work directly with Emmy Award winning resident designer Marilyn A. Wall
Assist in professional costume builds and shopping for shows
Assist in presenting budgets
Attend production meetings
Create all dressing lists and support paperwork
Tend to actors during fittings and production runs
Possible design opportunities

How to Apply

Please send cover letter and resume to internships@thehipp.org, include "Costume Design Internship" in the subject line.

Child actor supervisor / backstage runner for Christmas Carol

Job Opening
The Hippodrome State Theatre, Gainesville Florida

It is a fulltime paid position staring immediately thru Dec 22.
Intern will be responsible for supervising child actors backstage and assisting with backstage duties before, during and after performances.
Interested persons should email internships@thehipp.org

How to Apply

Interested persons should email internships@thehipp.org