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Director of Learning

artsforla on December 13, 2024

Position Title: Director of Learning
Reports To: Executive Director
Location: Los Angeles, CA

Position Overview
The Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra (LACO) seeks a passionate and visionary advocate for arts education to serve as its Director of Learning. This individual will be instrumental in shaping the future of LACO’s education initiatives, advancing the orchestra’s mission and engaging with diverse audiences across Los Angeles. As a leader within the organization, the Director of Learning will oversee LACO’s flagship “Meet the Music” program and lead a dedicated team responsible for educational partnerships, community engagement, and curriculum development.

The Director of Learning will play a pivotal role in advocating for the value of arts education, serving as a thought leader both within LACO and across the wider community. This position regularly engages with musicians, Fellows, LAUSD administrators, teachers, and principals. A background in music education, public education, or community-based practices is essential to be successful in this position, along with a deep understanding of arts education coupled with exceptional leadership and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Advocacy
• Champion arts education, advocating for its importance within the community and beyond.
• Build and sustain partnerships with schools, educators, and community organizations.
• Represent LACO at public events, communicating its educational mission.

Program Oversight
• Lead and expand the Meet the Music program, prioritizing underserved communities.
• Collaborate with LAUSD and other districts, manage Teaching Artist Fellows, develop curriculum, and maintain relationships with key administrators and leaders.
• Innovate educational programming with modern teaching methods and interdisciplinary approaches.

Team and Strategic Leadership
• Mentor and lead a team of educators, fostering collaboration and professional growth.
• Develop strategic goals for LACO’s education programs, evaluating success and impact.
• Work with LACO’s Artistic, Development, and Marketing teams to integrate education with broader organizational goals.

Development and Fundraising
• Partner with the development team to secure funding for educational programs.
• Build relationships with donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors to support LACO’s educational mission.

Collaboration and Innovation
• Collaborate with the Artistic Department on select educational aspects of the Fellowship program, including opportunities for fellows to engage with outreach and community initiatives. Ensure that these educational activities support the Fellows’ professional development while maintaining the Fellowships’ status as a prestigious, artist-driven program under the leadership of the Artistic Operations Department.
• Drive innovation in LACO’s educational programming by integrating modern teaching methods, technology, and interdisciplinary approaches to make increase engagement and relevance for 21st-century learners.

Community engagement
• Build relationships with schools, community leaders, and donors to enhance LACO’s educational reach.
• Manage partnerships with organizations like Slauson Recreation Center, Watts Learning Center, and USC’s Neighborhood Academic Initiative.

Salary: $80,000 – $100,000, annually

Benefits: Employee Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance:

The orchestra provides comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage at no cost to the employee.

Retirement Contributions:

After six months of employment, the orchestra contributes 3% of your salary into a retirement account to help you save for the future.

Transportation Benefits:

“We cover your parking costs or offer reimbursement for public transportation expenses, ensuring a stress-free commute.”

Education requirements: Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree

Deadline to apply: February 1, 2025

Documents required to apply: Cover letter, resume, and references

How to apply: Interested applicants should send cover letter, resume, and references to info@laco.org.

Social Media Manager

artsforla on December 13, 2024

Play On Shakespeare is a non-profit company promoting and creating contemporary modern English translations of Shakespeare’s plays. Play On partners with artists and organizations across the globe to deliver and advocate for these translations through theatrical productions, podcasts, publications, and film.

Play On Shakespeare’s Social Media Manager is a core member of the marketing team responsible for telling our brand story, creating and curating brand content, facilitating two way communication with our audience, capturing testimonials, and driving our social media strategy. This role is charged with maintaining the Company’s social media platforms, tracking analytics, and creating content and strategy for online audience development and growth. Serving as a driver of engagement and creativity for the marketing team, the role ensures the Company’s online presence is relevant, current to ongoing social media changes, and growing the knowledge and engagement surrounding Play On Shakespeare.

More info available at application link below.

Salary: $42 per hour

Benefits:403b plan with employer contributions, generous leave policy, home office stipend, flexible work hours, Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage with Employee premiums 100% company paid and dependents covered at 90%.

Education requirements: None.

Deadline to apply: January 1, 2025

Documents required to apply: Resume, Work Sample/Portfolio, Other.

How to apply: Apply here.

SCULPTOR / FABRICATOR

artsforla on December 12, 2024

The Festival of Arts – we bring art to life! As a local non-profit leader, we support the growth and development of the arts in Laguna Beach and produce two world-renowned events: The Festival of Arts Fine Art Show and the Pageant of the Masters. The Festival of Arts is committed to providing a welcome and inclusive environment for all patrons, artists, employees and volunteers.

This position is responsible for using a variety of techniques to sculpt and fabricate aesthetically pleasing three-dimensional pieces for the Pageant of the Masters performances by the rehearsal deadline.

Dates: This is a seasonal, full-time, non-exempt position. The position starts in Jan/Feb and ends in mid-July.

Hours: Mon – Fri. Daytime with some Thursday evenings.

Reports to: Pageant Director

PRINCIPLE DUTIES:

 Model three-dimensional forms including but not limited to plaster, and polystyrene,

papier-mâché, etc.

 Cut and carve images out of materials to achieve desired piece of art.

 Apply advanced painting techniques for realistic textures and finishes. Paints designer

renderings and color-matches based on the required pieces.

 Touch-ups, repairs, and maintains all completed projects.

 Maintains a clean, organized and safe work place.

QUALIFICATIONS:

 Experience in theatrical scenic painting or equivalent experience.

 Demonstrated proficiency and knowledge of 3D sculpting techniques.

 Attention to detail.

 Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and effective communication

Employment is contingent upon the successful results of a criminal background check (if 18 years or older).

Job Type: Temporary

Salary: $34.00 – $35.00 per hour

Benefits: N/A.

Education requirements: None.

Deadline to apply: January 21, 2025

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter

How to apply: Apply here.

UCLA Film & TV Archive’s Artist in Residence Program

artsforla on December 6, 2024

The UCLA Film & Television Archive’s Artist-in-Residence Program will host an emerging artist for two weeks on-site at the Archive’s locations in Santa Clarita at the Packard Humanities Institute and in Westwood on the UCLA campus during the late spring of 2025 to activate the Archive’s collection in their artistic practice. The 2025 artist-in-residence will work exclusively with one or a combination of three specific collections: the Hearst Metrotone News Collection, In the Life LGBTQ+ Collection and KTLA Newsfilm Collection. The program will provide the artist with the time and support necessary to access and work with these unique collections, creating a project that will reach new audiences and make connections with Los Angeles’ cultural community.

Salary: $10,750

Benefits: N/A

Education requirements: None.

Deadline to apply: January 6, 2025

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter, References, Work Sample/Portfolio, Writing Sample

How to apply: Apply here.

If you have questions, please email air@cinema.ucla.edu.

Full Cycle Bookkeeper/Accountant

artsforla on December 6, 2024

Hello! Thank you for your interest in working with the Bob Baker Marionette Theater!

OVERVIEW
The Bob Baker Marionette Theater in Los Angeles, California is growing, and we need your help! We are looking for a self-motivated, task-oriented, and —most importantly—warm-hearted Full-Cycle Bookkeeper to keep our (finances)books in order. The Full-Cycle Bookkeeper is responsible for all aspects of the accounting and financial operations of the Bob Baker Marionette Theater. The ideal candidate will be highly organized and able to evaluate our current workflow systems and implement efficient improvements. They will have a strong understanding of accounting principles and nonprofit financial management, as well as experience with accounting strategies and bookkeeping software.

RESPONSIBILITIES
-Accountable for providing accurate financial data that informs our yearly 990 our third party accountants/auditors.
-Accountable for the day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll, with support from an hourly bookkeeper responsible for data entry and invoicing in Quickbooks.
-Responsible for securing and maintaining all non-profit compliance paperwork
Prepare and analyze financial statements, including cash flow, balance sheets and income statements
-Maintain and improve classing/categorization systems
-Track and monitor expenses and revenues
-Prepare grant reports, project and departmental reports and other financial documents as required
-Assist with the preparation of the annual budget
-Work closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors on all financial decisions
Stay up-to-date on accounting regulations and best practices
-Review workflow and software integration across financial platforms, such as Quickbooks, Neon CRM, Square to maximize efficiency and recommend internal controls and greater efficiency
-Responsible for ensuring best practices and implementation of Operational requirements such as Insurance, Workers Compensation
-Comprehensively understand and make recommendations for current holdings and business investments
-Contribute to negotiations for potential future building purchase

QUALIFICATIONS
-Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field or equivalent experience
-5+ years of experience in accounting, preferably in a ***nonprofit setting***
-Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial management
-Fluency with QuickBooks, Proficiency with CRM software, Asana
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
-Ability to work independently and as part of a team
-Detail-oriented and organized

*As a small nonprofit theater, we have made it part of our mission to grow our wages over the next several years. To this end, we have a scale in place to keep raising wages for all of our staff toward a more sustainable future.

We strive to reflect the communities we serve and model the values we hope to see out in the world. Bob Baker Marionette Theater is committed to cultivating a diverse workforce and supporting a creative and inclusive culture. We encourage applicants of all cultures, ethnicities, races, gender identities, nations of origin, ages, languages spoken, veteran statuses, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and beliefs. Bob Baker Marionette Theater will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Salary: $75,000 – $80,000

Benefits: 401k, Vision/Dental/Medical Insurance

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree

Deadline to apply: December 21, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter

How to apply: Fill out this Google Form.

Performance Series Submission

artsforla on December 4, 2024

OVERVIEW
Under this Call for Artists (“CFA”), the Library, Arts & Culture Department (“Library”) of the City of Glendale (“City”)— on behalf of the City’s Arts and Culture Commission (“ACC”)— are accepting proposals from qualified candidates who would like to participate in its Performance Series Program (“Program”). A successful applicant will be required to adhere to the Program requirements set forth herein below.

ELIGIBILITY
​Performance groups must be made of trios or larger. Performers of all musical genres based within the Southern California region may submit proposals.
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Performance Series is comprised of two concert series of musical performances that are supported by the City and the ACC. These series provide Glendale with diverse and engaging free performances.

The Brand Summer Music Series is an outdoor concert series located on the hillside area behind the Brand Library & Art Center. The Brand Summer Music Series began in 2014 and is supported by the City and the ACC, with funding from the Urban Art Program. Performances for the Brand Summer Music Series are scheduled for Fridays in Summer 2025 from 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Each performance must be one (1) set of 1 hour and 30 minutes in duration. The ACC will fund selected performance groups a stipend of up to $2,000 per performance.

The Jewel City Concert Series is a festive outdoor concert series at the Artsakh Paseo located in the Glendale Downtown Arts & Entertainment District. The Jewel City Concert Series began in 2017 to celebrate the renovation and reopening of Glendale’s Downtown Central Library. The series is supported by the City and the ACC, with funding from the Urban Art Program. Performances for the Jewel City Concert Series are scheduled for Saturdays in Fall 2025 from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Each performance must be one (1) set of 60 minutes in duration The ACC will fund selected performance groups a stipend of up to $1,500 per performance.
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HOW TO APPLY​
Interested artists must complete the application online which can be found at the ACC website: https://www.glendaleartsandculture.org/performanceseries. Hard copy applications will not be accepted.

Salary: $1,500 – $2,000 per performance

Benefits: Stipend of up to $1,500 or $2,000 depending on which performance series.

Education requirements: None.

Deadline to apply: January 31, 2025

Documents required to apply: None.

How to apply: Apply here.

Program Coordinator

artsforla on December 4, 2024

About…Productions (www.aboutpd.org) is looking to fill a part-time position, Program Coordinator.

The Program Coordinator will work with and be supervised by the company’s Producing Artistic Director and Administrative Director to ensure the company’s major programs are successfully and efficiently produced. The position will be a hybrid on-site/remote position and will be 20-25 hours per week.

Program Coordinator Goals/Job Description:

Coordinate, with staff, the pre-production, production, and post-production aspects of the company ORIGINAL THEATERWORKS’ development process and full production runs, incl:
– Assist with casting (scheduling, checking in, etc) and, later, venue needs
– Lead communication and coordination of designers and crew
– Coordinate and track production supply needs including set supplies/materials
– Support with PR outreach in coordination with productions’ PR firm

Coordinate, with staff, the administrative and production details of the YOUNG THEATERWORKS program including:
– Lead communication and coordination with participating artists, community members, and volunteers
– Evaluate program impact by tracking attendance, evaluation surveys, and public comment,
– Prepare, plan and execute logistical needs such as transportation, COVID Testing, etc.
– Assist with expanding the program to more schools

Coordinate, with staff, the administrative and production details of its SPECIAL EVENTS including fundraising events, and ancillary educational programs (student matinees, panels, post-play discussions, etc.)
– Provide event support (set-up, strike, supply runs)
– Lead communication and coordination with participating artists, community members, and volunteers
– Support with table events outside of AP Programming

Qualifications:

– 1-2 years of similar program coordination work including theater, arts education, and/or event planning
– prior work with non-profit arts, arts education, and/or cultural organizations is a plus
– strong interest in About…Productions’ mission (www.aboutpd.org/mission)

Desired Skills:

– Must have knowledge of theatrical production. Knowledge of video production is a plus.
– Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
– Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively
– Proficient with Google Business Suite and/or similar software
– Familiarity with/Interest in Greater LA’s art sector, (including theater companies, venues, and arts organizations)
– Knowledge of Equity and/or other similar contracts a plus

About the Company:
Now in its 36th year, About…Productions collaboratively creates and presents innovative original theaterworks with the region’s leading artists to unearth and illuminate cultural histories of the Southwest, California, and Los Angeles. We bring affordable theater to low-income, under-served communities by mining seldom-tapped regional histories, addressing relevant issues and under-represented voices.

The company also conducts an arts education program – Young Theaterworks. It serves highest-risk and educationally underserved youth in Los Angeles-area public schools with high impact, standards- and project-based learning that improves academic achievement and creative engagement. Strengthening students’ literacy practice, and collaboration and communication skills, the program also empowers them to become stewards of their community’s history.

Salary: $22 – $25 an hour

Benefits: Telecommuting Stipend, Professional Development Opportunities

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree

Deadline to apply: December 14, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter

How to apply: Send a cover letter and resume in a single PDF to Administrative Director Sofija Dutcher at admin@aboutpd.org.

Artist Mentor

artsforla on November 27, 2024

Theatre Of Hearts / Youth First
Los Angeles, CA

Contract
SEEKING CONTRACT ARTIST MENTORS

Theatre Of Hearts/Youth First (TOHYF) is seeking Professional Working Artists in the following disciplines;

Visual arts, Dance, Theater, Music Production, Video and Photography.

The artists will get to mentor youth in our Youth First Artist-In-Residence workshops in schools sites, community sites and juvenille halls and camps.

**Note: This is a CONTRACT Position. Meaning, we work with sites that are in need for programming which can vary in location, length, and time of year.*

Residencies are custom-designed and standards-based, and typically consist of 1-2 hour workshops conducted sequentially once or twice per week for 13-15 weeks, culminating in a Work-in-Progress presentation. The majority of workshops will be held in person. Candidates who are bilingual, have previous teaching experience, and/or knowledge of the VAPA and Common Core State Standards are a plus. All artists must provide their own vehicle, a valid driver’s license, proof of a negative TB test and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. You will also be required to obtain and pass a background check at an agency designated by TOHYF.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION: The mission of the TOHYF Artist-In-Residence Program is to prevent and intervene in youth violence by involving underserved, at-promise youth and their families in extended, high-quality, standards-based, multidisciplinary arts educational workshops. TOHYF works with at-promised youth ages 4 to 24 at schools, libraries, probation facilities, and community-based sites throughout Los Angeles County. Since 1992, our Youth First Artist-In-Residence Program has successfully provided over 204,000 youth with an environment that allows them the freedom of self-expression. By conducting workshops through TOHYF, professional artists will help underserved youth learn important skills extending beyond the arts. Please review our website to learn more.

Salary: $55 – $65 hourly

Benefits: Working with underserved youth throughout Los Angeles county and flexible schedule.

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree

Deadline to apply: December 17, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter, Work Sample/Portfolio

How to apply: Submit a cover letter, current Professional Resume/CV (include exhibitions, awards, etc), links to professional website, and a sample lesson plan if you have one. Dance, Music, and Theatre artists, send video reels or video links of previous work. Interested candidates should review our website prior to applying (www.theatreofhearts.org) email all materials to:

admin@ theatreofhearts.org TOHYF will review submissions and contact suitable candidates for an interview.

Due to a high volume of submissions, applications must submit all the documents requested. TOHYF will review submissions and contact suitable candidates for an interview.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Graphic and Marketing Specialist (Graphic Specialist)

artsforla on November 26, 2024

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in Adobe Suite, exceptional creativity and innovation skills for day-to-day graphic design and marketing and will possess basic knowledge in marketing and graphic design. A successful candidate will demonstrate strong project management and execution abilities in order to take a campaign from idea to implementation.

The incumbent will embody the department’s mission and vision as well as the qualities of a “Five Tool Player” – Leader, Thinker, Communicator, Operator and Public Servant, and the values of the City’s Approach to Public Service – Commitment to the Community, Excellence through Teamwork, and Doing the Right Thing the Right Way.

The Graphic and Marketing Specialist is a paid, part-time/temporary position scheduled to work no more than 29 hours per week and is not eligible to participate in the City’s health insurance or retirement plans. The Graphic and Marketing Specialist is a common classification used in a variety of City departments. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future vacancies.

Department of Museum, Arts & Culture

The City of Ontario’s Department of Museum, Arts & Culture advances an understanding of regional history and art through museum exhibits, collections stewardship, educational programs, annual arts festivals, and public art. The Ontario Museum of History & Art was founded in 1979 and is located on tree-lined Euclid Avenue in a historic building that originally served as Ontario’s second City Hall. In 2022 Ontario’s City Council established the Public Art Program and the Museum department was expanded to encompass Museum, Arts & Culture. The department’s programs enhance knowledge and understanding of our community through dynamic and vibrant experiences that reflect pride in who we are, where we live, and our legacy.
Examples of Essential Functions
The essential functions typically performed by the Graphic and Marketing Specialist include the following:

Develops and produces communication materials in a wide variety of media including brochure, flyers, ads, articles, posters, newsletters, displays, digital and printed signage to increase awareness of and participation in agency programs and services.
Works in Adobe Creative Suite; including Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, AfterEffects and Premiere Pro.
Works in collaboration with agency departments on the design, layout, and editorial content of all agency materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and appropriate representation of the agency.
Identifies and recommends ideas on promoting agency programs, events, and services.
Plans and designs moderately complex, professional layouts, design materials, graphic illustrations, logos and camera-ready artwork for various types of media.
Assists departments in printing choices, including paper weight, sizing, and correct marketing materials.
Assist with the production of videos for the City’s Channel 3 and other City platforms.
Assists with developing, executing, and evaluating coordinated agency wide marketing, promotional and public relations plans designed to promote the mission, vision and goals of the agency and departments.
Assists with writing, editing, designing, producing and distributing various pieces of publicity, press releases, videos, or other media for use in print, online, social media, email, direct mail, and other mediums.
Assists with content development and day-to-day maintenance of department pages on the City and agency websites.
Assists with creating social media posts across all platforms to ensure relevant, accurate and timely communication is posted.
Photographs and/or records events, programs and activities.
Assists in photo and video editing including retouching and correction, compositing, virtual imaging, etc.
Establishes production priorities, including deadlines, of various graphic communication activities and coordinates with internal staff and external vendors for printing services and gathering content for graphics needs.
Assists with the preparation of marketing reports to assess the effectiveness of campaigns, promotions, advertisements, attendance, readership, and program costs.
Maintains marketing records and project files.
Stays informed of developments and current practice in the fields of marketing, graphic design, arts and culture, and other related areas.
Qualification Guidelines
Education
Associate’s Degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university in marketing, communications, graphic design, or a closely related field.

Experience
Three (3) years’ experience in graphic design and marketing.

NOTE: Please attach a minimum of three (3) different samples of graphic design items to your application. Failure to attach a copy of three (3) different samples will result in disqualification.

License
Valid Class C California driver’s license and acceptable driving record at time of appointment.

Desirables
Proficiency in Adobe Suite, video filming, photography editing.
Knowledge and experience within web content management systems, including Drupal and WordPress.
Experience in creating content for various medias including print, social media and/or other digital platforms.

Salary: $34.26 – $41.64 Hourly

Benefits: The Graphic and Marketing Specialist is a paid, part-time/temporary position scheduled to work no more than 29 hours per week and is not eligible to participate in the City’s health insurance or retirement plans. The Graphic and Marketing Specialist is a common classification used in a variety of City departments. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future vacancies.

Education requirements: Associate’s Degree

Deadline to apply: December 19, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, reference

How to apply: Apply here

Puppetry Acts and Performers

artsforla on November 22, 2024

The Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles seeks puppetry acts for its annual Puppet Festival on Sunday, April 27, 2025 from 12:00–5:00 pm.

This day-long, campus-wide festival celebrates culture, imagination, and storytelling and will be presented to family audiences, primarily children ages 2–8 and their parents.

Learn more at:
https://www.skirball.org/open-call-puppetry-acts

Each participating group will be offered a stipend, marketing opportunities, and amenities on the day of performance.

Salary: $300 – $2,400, depending on size and scale of the piece/show.

Benefits: Lunch, Green room, Promotion, and Comp tickets will be provided provided along with performer stipend.

Education requirements: None

Deadline to apply: December 9, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, References, Work Sample/Portfolio

How to apply: Send an e-mail introducing yourself, including the name of the proposed piece, along with the following:

-A brief description of the performance/experience, stating which type of act: Mainstage, Midsized, Pageant, Pop-up, or Immersive
-Links to video clips and/or high-res images of the performance/experience
-A list of the technical requirements and number of performers
-Your contact info
-A résumé and at least two references
-Any other work samples you’d like to share

Send your message to:
familyprograms@skirball.org
with the subject line PUPPET FEST 25