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Time Travel Mart Store Associate

artsforla on November 14, 2024

826LA is looking to hire a part-time Time Travel Mart Store Associate for Echo Park, with possible support in Mar Vista, with the following experience and skills.

● Has experience in retail and POS/cash-handling.

● Works well independently and as part of a team.

● Can multi-task and communicate effectively.

● Possesses excellent organizational skills.

● Is able to communicate effectively with diverse communities.

● Has basic computer skills.

● Preferred fluent in Spanish.

● Believes enthusiastically in the mission of 826LA.

● Is available to work Monday, Thursday, and Friday, with possible additional shifts.

● Can work hours from 11:30 AM to 6:15 PM.

● Start Date: Monday, Nov 25

● Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour

Position responsibilities:

● Retail Sales & Customer Service: Manage transactions, assist customers, fulfill online store orders, and ensure the store is clean and organized to create an inviting shopping experience.

● Community Engagement: Serve as an enthusiastic ambassador for 826LA by sharing our mission, recruiting volunteers, and fostering community connections.

● Inventory & Stock Management: Keep products stocked and organized, restock and back stock as needed, and create appealing displays that highlight our unique items.

● Support for 826LA Programs: Contribute to fundraising efforts, support events, showcase student publications, and promote 826LA’s free writing programs.

Salary: $18/hour

Benefits: 7 days of of sick leave per year

Education requirements: High school diploma

Deadline to apply: November 18, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter, References

How to apply: Send the following to jobs@826la.org with the subject line: Time Travel Mart Store Associate in Echo Park. No phone calls.

1. A cover letter that includes a summary of your relevant experience and an explanation of why you are interested in working at 826LA and the Time Travel Mart.

2. A detailed resume.

3. A list of three references

4. How you heard about this job listing

Interim Senior Designer/Art Director

artsforla on November 13, 2024

Position Title: Interim Senior Designer/Art Director
Reports to: Executive Vice President

Location: Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA; hybrid schedule
Time Commitment: Full-time, fixed term through August 2025. Start date is flexible (ideally February 2025).
Announcement Date: November 12, 2024
Applications Due: Open until filled

About the Levitt Foundation
The Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation exists to strengthen the social fabric of America. We’re a national social impact funder at the intersection of music, public space, and community building that partners with nonprofits and changemakers to build a more equitable, healthy, and thriving future for all. We realize our mission of building community through music through supporting free, live music, as well as projects and programs that advance equitable music ecosystems. In 2025, more than 650 free outdoor Levitt concerts will take place in 50+ towns and cities across America, bringing joy to nearly one million people of all ages and backgrounds.

The Levitt Foundation is committed to equity, diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) throughout our organization and all aspects of our work, recognizing this commitment as essential to realizing the Levitt mission. We value having a team with a wide range of perspectives, backgrounds, experiences, and skills so our approach to grantmaking is well-rounded and the connection with our team members and the communities we support is authentic. We strive to create a positive working culture through professional development opportunities, employee recognition, and team-building events and activities. We focus on creating a working environment that promotes collaboration and fairness. Our commitment to EDI fosters a culture where team members can truly belong, contribute, and grow. We believe in the value of every individual and encourage applications from people of any age, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, and any other characteristic or identity. To learn more about the national Levitt network and the Levitt Foundation, visit levitt.org.

Position Summary
The Interim Senior Designer/Art Director will play a key role in the creative development and production operations of Levitt Foundation visual communications, from concept to completion. Bringing an awareness of design trends and best practices across media, this individual will collaborate with the Associate Vice President of Communications to find compelling ways to visually tell the Levitt Foundation’s story. Additionally, the Interim Senior Designer/Art Director will help to build out, distribute, and educate internal team members on style guides, design standards, tools, and asset and media libraries that reflect the Foundation’s visual branding strategy, while also supporting the creative growth of the Communications team, to ensure the production of fresh, high-quality design. This is a temporary, full-time, exempt position, providing coverage for the Levitt Foundation’s Art Director who will be out on parental leave. This position reports directly to the Executive Vice President and collaborates regularly and provides creative mentorship to the Foundation’s Communications team.

Key Responsibilities
•Play a lead role in the Levitt Foundation’s visual storytelling, connecting brand strategy with design and generating creative ways to share the Levitt story through a visual lens
•In collaboration with the Executive Vice President and Associate Vice President of Communications, establish creative project goals and ensure they are met on time and on budget
•Create and/or guide the creative development of fresh, impactful designs for Levitt Foundation communications—taking them from concepts to final formats, including but not limited to: website content, email and social campaigns, presentations, advertisements, printed collateral, logos/identities, toolkits, graphic assets, and select video projects
•Provide art direction and feedback to Communications team members to ensure the execution of high-quality, on-brand deliverables; support the development of colleagues’ technical skills on design programs; share design best practices; and work with the Associate Vice President of Communications to ensure deadlines are met
•Regularly interface with the Foundation’s creative vendors including Mosaic (website development), external filmmakers, and photographers to support communications goals
•In collaboration with the Associate Vice President of Communications, guide the design and production of various promotional print and digital campaigns, including the launch of local, state-specific, and national grant applications; #MusicMoves social media campaign; virtual Levitt webinars; and more
•Build out campaign-specific style guides that reflect the Foundation’s visual branding strategy, streamline Communications team design workflows, and ensure smooth cross-departmental collaborations
•In collaboration with the Executive Vice President and Associate Vice President of Communications, conceptualize a place-based branding strategy for the 2026 Levitt National Convening
•Perform other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications
•5-7+ years of graphic design, ideally with experience providing art direction
•Excellent communicator and collaborator, ideally with experience managing others
•Organized, creative, and detail-oriented
•Strong graphic design skills, with the ability to design a compelling suite of digital and print deliverables for use across multiple platforms
•Advanced knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite—particularly Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
•Strong storytelling skills, with the ability to craft clear and engaging visual narratives for multiple audiences
•Advanced knowledge of PowerPoint and working knowledge of Keynote
•Comfort working in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
•Ability to adapt to shifting priorities
•Self-motivated individual who also excels in a collaborative setting
•Passion for mission-driven work in the arts, creative placemaking/placekeeping, arts for social impact, civic revitalization, or a related field
•Adobe Lightroom experience a plus, but not required
•Adobe Premiere Pro experience a plus (for occasional video editing support), but not required
•Familiarity with WordPress, a plus, but not required

Application Submission
To apply, email a cover letter, resume, and portfolio of your work to search@levitt.org, including “Interim Senior Designer/Art Director” in the subject line.

The Levitt Foundation offers a dynamic work environment and competitive compensation commensurate with experience.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: We deeply understand the value of bringing together a team with different perspectives, backgrounds, and life experiences, and we prioritize diversity within our team. We encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Salary: $7,000 – $8,000/month; commensurate with experience

Benefits: The Levitt Foundation offers a dynamic work environment and competitive compensation commensurate with experience.

Education requirements: N/A

Deadline to apply: December 31, 2024

Documents required to apply:

How to apply: Email a cover letter, resume, and portfolio of your work to search@levitt.org, including “Interim Senior Designer/Art Director” in the subject line.

Development Officer

artsforla on November 13, 2024

The MAK Center for Art and Architecture, Los Angeles is a contemporary, experimental, multi-disciplinary center for art and architecture and is headquartered in three architectural landmarks by the Austrian-American architect Rudolph M. Schindler. Founded in 1994, the MAK Center is a Los Angeles-based 501(c)3 non-profit organization and the California satellite of the MAK – Museum of Applied Arts, Vienna, working in cooperation with the Friends of the Schindler House (FOSH). The Development Officer will join the MAK Center in an exciting moment of growth.

Under the direction of the Director, the Development Officer will help the MAK Center pursue its mission: to steward three significant architectural works by R.M. Schindler and activate them with contemporary art and architecture programming, including an annual calendar of exhibitions, public programs, and international residencies. The Development Officer will play an essential role in laying the groundwork for development growth in the organization, with increased annual and campaign fundraising.

The Development Officer will work closely with the MAK Center Director on strategy and direction to set fundraising goals and determine a work plan to achieve individual and organizational goals. The Development Officer actively manages the museum’s relationships with all individual, corporate, foundation, and government funders. In support of MAK Center’s development needs, the Development Officer will establish effective fundraising systems and protocols to guide all stages of donor research, identification, and stewardship. In direct partnership with the Director, the Development Officer will lead the planning of cultivation and fundraising events, including the annual benefit dinner. The Development Officer will be involved in every aspect of the organization’s development activities.

Salary: $67,000 – $75,000 annually

Benefits: This position is a full-time exempt role, with occasional evening and weekend commitments. Compensation includes a benefits package that, following a trial period, includes healthcare (not including vision and dental), vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree

Deadline to apply: November 30, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, cover letter

How to apply: Visit the job opportunity page for a full description of roles and responsibilities, and how to apply.

Teaching Artist

artsforla on November 8, 2024

artworxLA combats the high school dropout rate with a long-term, sequential arts program that inspires students to stay in school, evolve as unique individuals, and thrive as creative adults. Our program serves over 750 Los Angeles teens, primarily in alternative high schools and juvenile probation camps. artworxLA’s team of professional artists deliver classroom workshops and offer students the chance to present their work at major cultural institutions.

Teaching Artist
The Teaching Artist plays a vital role in sparking students’ curiosity, guiding them through thematic content, connecting youth to their community in new ways, and nurturing their ability to reflect and build self-awareness through related art projects.. Working closely with a Workshop Coordinator, the Teaching Artist develops a semester-long workshop, including lesson planning, lead facilitation in introducing materials and art forms, and managing a final project designed for culminating presentations of student work.

Primary Responsibilities of the Teaching Artist:
– Lead facilitation for weekly classroom workshops (up to two hours) in three to five school sites weekly, including a juvenile probation camp.
– Participate in ongoing training on trauma-sensitive, healing-informed, and strengths-based approaches to serving system-impacted youth. Training includes monthly in-service meetings and weekly check-ins with a Workshop Coordinator and/or Program Director to develop lesson plans and address workshop needs.
– Conduct research into thematic content from cultural partners for enriched lesson experiences.
– Assist in the preparation of art supplies and setup prior to workshops.
– Prepare content (images, videos, sound files) to enhance the workshop experience.
– Develop a syllabus and weekly lesson plans, supply lists for each school site.
– Create sample projects and demonstrate materials/methods, emphasizing safety and comprehension.
– Participate in all public presentations of student work, and assist in the installation of student artwork for events.
– Support students in writing artist statements and preparing to discuss their workshop experiences at public presentations.
– Document the experience with post-workshop summaries, exhibition text, evaluation and additional requested materials.
– Model mutual respect, adhere to school rules, and embody creative problem-solving for students.
– Guide students through expectations, encourage engagement, and monitor their progress.

Qualified candidates will have previous experience working in classroom settings, ideally with teens or system-impacted populations; strong background in the arts (visual, performing, literary, media, and/or music); pass a DOJ Live Scan clearance along with a TB test conducted every three years. Successful candidates will be a part of a strong organizational team and show a history of good partnership with co-facilitators; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; add to the diverse backgrounds and experiences currently represented in the staff; and enjoy working for the benefit of young people. Applicants with proximate lived experience to the youth we serve are highly encouraged to apply.

Salary: $33 per hour

Benefits: The Teaching Artist is a seasonal part-time position, non-exempt. Four hours of planning/facilitation are assigned to each site with a maximum of 20 hours per week. Schedule depends on availability in alignment with workshop days/times. Enrollment in health and retirement benefits are available for employees working a minimum of 16 hours/week. Must live in the Los Angeles area, have reliable transportation with proof of insurance.

Education requirements: N/A

Deadline to apply: November 22, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter, References

How to apply: Apply via artworxLA’s online jobs portal.

Workshop Coordinator

artsforla on November 8, 2024

The Workshop Coordinator is a pivotal role within artworxLA, anchoring our mission to support the wellbeing of incarcerated youth, especially in their transition to the community. This position will focus on coordinating programs in three to five camp and community sites, requiring an empathetic and trauma-informed approach to effectively serve participants. In partnership with Teaching Artists, the Workshop Coordinator fosters a supportive and creative classroom environment, cultivates relationships with students, and works closely with school and probation staff to ensure program success and continuity. The schools under this Coordinator position serve sites in Downtown LA, Hawthorne, and the City of Commerce.

Key Responsibilities of the Workshop Coordinator include:
– Co-facilitate weekly classroom workshops in three to five school sites, including a juvenile probation camp.
– Design and lead workshops focused on Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and career skills, tailored to the needs of system-impacted youth.
– Support Teaching Artists in managing the classroom, guiding the art-making process, and adapting to unique challenges in juvenile justice settings.
– Act as a liaison among students, Teaching Artists, and school/probation staff, facilitating communication and resolving any conflicts or misunderstandings.
– Build familiarity with institutional culture, aligning with student goals, facility rules, and established routines.
– Encourage and support students as they work toward project milestones and deadlines, cultivating their creativity and resilience.
– Coordinate art installations and exhibitions within institutional or cultural partner sites.
– Engage in specialized training for trauma-sensitive, healing-informed, and strengths-based approaches to working with system-impacted youth.
– Manage budgets for supplies, process reimbursements, and oversee inventory at program sites.
– Track student attendance and assist in administering artworxLA’s evaluation tools to meet reporting requirements.
– Document art projects, only through photography or video.
– Attend weekly staff meetings and provide timely updates on program progress to the Director of School and Teaching Artists Programs.
– Identify eligible students in Continuation High School and Community Day Schools for artworxLA’s Advanced Programs.

Qualified candidates should have previous experience working in classroom settings, ideally with teens or system-impacted populations; strong background in the arts (visual, performing, literary, media, and/or music); and familiarity with Google Workspace and Adobe apps. Successful candidates will be a part of a strong organizational team and show a history of good partnership with co-facilitators; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; add to the diverse backgrounds and experiences currently represented in the staff; and enjoy working for the benefit of young people. Applicants with proximate lived experience to the youth we serve are highly encouraged to apply. Applicant must pass a DOJ Live Scan clearance and conduct a TB test every three years.

Salary: $32 per hour

Benefits: This Workshop Coordinator is a regular part-time position, non-exempt. Four hours of planning/facilitation are assigned to each site. Starting schedule is 12 hours/week with the opportunity to increase to a maximum of 20 hours/week. Enrollment in health and retirement benefits are available for employees working a minimum of 16 hours/week. Must live in the Los Angeles area, own a car with proof of insurance, and be able to travel to Downtown LA, Hawthorne, and the City of Commerce. Classroom workshops would generally take place Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays, 1–3pm with flexible administrative hours.

Education requirements: N/A

Deadline to apply: November 22, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter, References

How to apply: Apply via artworxLA’s online jobs portal. 

Director, Development

artsforla on November 7, 2024

Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc)
sciarc.edu

Job Title: Director, Development
Department: Development
Reports to: Director/CEO
FLSA Status: Full-time, Exempt
Pay Scale: $120,000 – $130,000 annual
Schedule: Eligible for Hybrid Schedule after completing training period

Summary:

The Director of Development must have a demonstrated ability to build and cultivate philanthropic relationships with foundations, corporations, individual prospects, and government agencies in support of the needs of the SCI-Arc mission. The Director will engage in careful and innovative prospect research, effective cultivation and stewardship of prospective and existing funders, strategic development of proposals and preparing goal oriented annual development and communications plans. Campaign experience is desired, but not required.

The Director will bring genuine passion for education, architecture, and design and for the institution’s uninhibited mission, coupled with proven experience in driving fundraising growth and achieving goals. The Director will guide and mentor the Development department in its various duties and responsibilities, while working closely with the departments of Communications, Research, and other branches of the Institute as needed and to develop and refine advancement strategies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

– Build and manage a portfolio of individual, corporate and foundation prospects for national, regional, and local funders and conduct written and face-to-face solicitations with prospective donors
– Actively identify and research new and existing corporate and foundation prospects for priority projects and programs and determine the best cultivation and solicitation strategies
– Communicate effectively and develop collaborative relationships with the academic community around funding prospects and opportunities
– Work with members of the leadership team, faculty, and administrators to develop and submit institutional proposals
– Manage proposal initiatives, develop solicitation strategies and compelling proposals that align with the funding organization’s mission and purpose
– Ensure stewardship of donor and funder expectations regarding programmatic and fund reporting
– Ensure compliance with the institution’s fundraising policies, procedures and donor management
– Establish strong working relationships across the SCI-Arc community, including with the Director/CEO, Vice Director/ Chief Academic Officer, Academic Programs Chairs, Coordinator of Sponsored Research, and senior leadership
– Stay informed of trends in philanthropy, particularly corporate and foundation funding
– Work as a key member of the development team in the planning and implementation of short- and long-term goals.
– Broker meetings and discussions between SCI-Arc faculty and external constituents to produce innovative partnerships and bold agendas at the forefront of architecture, design and urban planning
– Work collaboratively with faculty, academic leadership, and the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion office, and the board of trustees to create and implement strategies to build corporate relationships to further the mission
– Be an integral member of the SCI-Arc community, staying abreast of general trends in the fields of study offered at the Institute and in the major areas of industry where alumni are employed
– Oversee Development staff engaged in alumni services, grant writing, event planning, database management, and other activities related to the department.

Qualifications:

– Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred
– Minimum 5 years of progressive, successful experience in corporate and foundation fundraising and closing major gifts for a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and cutting-edge institution—education, arts, architecture, and other relevant fields
– Experience managing an engaged portfolio of individual, corporate and foundation prospects, preferably within a higher education setting
– Experience identifying and researching corporate and foundation prospects and designing effective cultivation and solicitation strategies to secure resources
– Familiar with fundraising software and Microsoft Office Suite conversant with the digital marketing and social media of a tech-oriented, highly international educational institution, and willing to become familiar with the areas of software and technology integral to curriculum and research at the Institute
– Collaborative team player; a mentor and motivator of staff
– Sound financial acumen and knowledge of budget preparation, monitoring, and administration
– Proven experience in the full spectrum of development including gift policies, solicitations, stewardship, donor recognition and administration
– Demonstrated interpersonal skills to establish and maintain good working relationships across the institution, including board members, and donors, with an emphasis on tact, diplomacy, flexibility, professionalism and discretion
– Demonstrated competency and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
– Effective written and oral communication skills with emphasis on public speaking and presenting information about programs to potential donors and audiences in a relatable and compelling fashion
– Knowledge of trends, legislation, and key issues impacting higher education advancement
– Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
– Strong organizational and time management skills, strong customer service, interpersonal, and team building skills
– Willingness to work occasional evening, weekend hours, and travel as needed
– Knowledge and experience using research resources to identify individual prospects and institutional funders

SCI-Arc is an Equal Opportunity Employer that Values Diversity.

Salary: $120,000 – $130,000 annually

Benefits: “We offer a great benefits package with medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and paid time off.”

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree

Deadline to apply: February 14, 2025

Documents required to apply: Resume, cover letter

How to apply: To apply, visit the online application system. 

Assistant Professor – Sculpture & Spatial Practices – Department of Art

artsforla on November 7, 2024

Position overview
Position title: Assistant Professor
Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $82,200 – $111,800 at the Assistant Professor level. Applicants that currently hold a senate faculty position at another UC campus should be aware of the policies governing intercampus faculty hiring & transfers. These policies can be found at UCOP APM 510-18
Anticipated start: July 1, 2025
Application Window
Open date: October 17, 2024

Next review date: Monday, Dec 16, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Monday, Jun 30, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description
The Department of Art at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a full-time, tenure- track appointment at the level of Assistant Professor in the broadly defined area of Sculpture/Spatial Arts Practice beginning July 1, 2025 or later. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and based on University of California pay scales.

The Department of Art offers BA and MFA degrees in Art and interdisciplinary minors in Digital Art and Public Art within the dynamic setting of a world-class research university. We provide contemporary, traditional, multi- and interdisciplinary approaches to artistic production and are committed to creative research that investigates the relationship between practice and inquiry within the larger context of historical and contemporary concerns (see http://www.arts.ucsb.edu). The Department has strong historic ties to independent undergraduate research, including through the College of Creative Studies, and to new media research through the Media Arts Technology graduate program. In addition, there is ample scope for inter- and intra-campus collaborations with colleagues in other departments both at UCSB and across the University of California system.

The successful candidate will teach sculpture at all levels and demonstrate an understanding of how sculpture intersects with other mediums, including painting, drawing, photography, digital arts, and performance. They will be expected to mentor graduate students and contribute to departmental administrative responsibilities, including program planning and committee work.

The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position.

Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Candidates must have an MFA or MA (or an equivalent terminal degree) in Art Practice or related field.

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)
A minimum of two years as an instructor of record at the college level are required.
Preferred qualifications
3 – 5 years as an instructor of record at the college level are preferred.
Candidates who demonstrate the versatility to teach studio classes, large lecture classes and graduate seminars.
Applicants with a strong commitment to teaching
Evidence of extensive exhibitions in the field, with demonstrated excellence in practice, research, and teaching to complement the department’s strengths (see http://www.arts.ucsb.edu).
Application Requirements
Document requirements
Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.

A Research/Artist Statement

A Teaching Statement

Statement of Contributions to Diversity – Statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service.

A document with links to project documentation and publications (20 samples of artwork)

Sample Syllabus #1

Sample Syllabus #2

Sample Syllabus #3

Reference requirements
3 required (contact information only)
The search committee will request letters of recommendation from the contacts provided by applicants who are selected as semi-finalists (long-shortlist). These letters will be solicited before the Zoom interview stage. Applicants are encouraged to ensure their references are aware of the possibility of being contacted during this phase of the recruitment process.

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02819
Help contact: scaceres@ucsb.edu

About UC Santa Barbara
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location
Santa Barbara, CA

Salary: “A reasonable estimate for this position is $82,200 – $111,800 at the Assistant Professor level. Applicants that currently hold a senate faculty position at another UC campus should be aware of the policies governing intercampus faculty hiring & transfers. These policies can be found at UCOP APM 510-18”

Benefits: Faculty enjoy a wide variety of employment benefits, some of which they share with all employees of the University of California, and some of which are unique to faculty. For information on the benefits common to all UC employees (e.g., health insurance, vision and dental care, life insurance, retirement plans), you can visit the UCSB Human Resources website. You may also wish to attend one of the benefits orientations which Human Resources conducts regularly for new employees.

Education requirements: Master’s degree

Deadline to apply: December 16, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter, Writing Sample, Other

How to apply: Apply here; help contact: scaceres@ucsb.edu

Spring Musical — Musical Director

artsforla on November 6, 2024

Co-Curricular Job Description: Music Director for the Spring Musical “Hadestown: Teen Edition”

Reports to: Hannon Theatre’s Music Director’s immediate supervisors are the Hannon Theatre Company’s producing Artistic Director Walter Wolfe in concert with Producer/Managing Director John Kuhl for the 2024/2025 school year. Both will oversee all things related to job performance/duties as well as all matters of an artistic nature. With regard to working in a school environment, and all the professional and legal concerns therein, the music director reports to the Hannon Theatre Company’s Executive Producer, the Assistant Principal for Student Life, Dr. Paul Jordan.

If a candidate is not a member of the Loyola faculty, they will be applying to become a member of the off-campus adjunct faculty/assistant coaching staff, for which the stipend amount is the only remuneration. The Director of Human Resources Kerry Katz works in tandem with the Assistant Principal for all matters regarding one’s employment in an academic environment, and therefore has a list of requirements the candidate must fulfill including but not limited to a Live Scan fingerprinting background check before HR can offer employment.

Approximated Time Commitment:
Auditions — January 11 or 12, 2025
Rehearsals
February through Mid-May
1. Research and Design Phase: February, hours as needed
2. 2 to 3 Rehearsals per week (exact personal schedule to be arranged in concert with producer, directors, and choreographer—Music Director proposes their schedule in order to achieve objectives. Times and days may vary week to week as MD needs)
February: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 4:15 to 7:00.
Early March: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 4:15 to 7:30.
Later March: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 4:15 to 8:00
April 1 through April 16 — Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 4:15 to various dismissal times posted in calendar.
April 17 through April 23: Spring Break — No rehearsals scheduled
3. All Technical Rehearsals: April 24 through April 29 (That includes a Saturday and Sunday, again negotiated as needs become apparent.)
4. Nine Performances (Including a Preview and a Pick Up) April 30, May 1, 2, 3, 4; 7, 8, 9, 10 (Flexibility may be possible. Involvement at each performance is determined by the level of complexity of the musical conducting with the pre-recorded orchestrations and the student technicians available to take over these needs.)
5. Strike: May 12, if needed.

Overview:
Responsibilities: The music director is responsible for working with the staging director in preparing a theatre production for public performance, including casting, teaching, and rehearsing the vocalists. The candidate must be willing and able to accompany performers during rehearsals. (FYI: We will use the digital accompaniment provided by the licensing agent for use during rehearsals when the music director is unavailable, and for use during the actual performance in lieu of a live orchestra.)

Expectations: The music director works in tandem with the staging director and choreographer to marry the artistic needs of the music, the staging, the dance movement, and the dramatic interpretation into a cohesive whole. It is essential that the production’s director, choreographer, and musical director have an ongoing and mutually supportive collaboration. The director communicates his vision of the show, and the music director uses their understanding of the show’s musical demands to help the team produce artistically satisfying results. The musical director works with the director each week in scheduling rehearsals which will accomplish certain musical benchmarks. These decisions include which cast members will be called to be in attendance on specific dates. The Music Director sets realistic accomplishment expectations for the available rehearsal time.

Stipend: The position is paid in one lump sum – usually the first week of April. The amount is based on taking the amount the school’s administration paid a full-time faculty member who held the position for 15 years, and adding in some compensation for travel and the inconvenience of being an off-campus co-moderator of a school activity. The amount the school administration authorized is $7500 for the run of the rehearsal and performance periods.

Tasks:
1. Planning
a. Audition the singers and make casting recommendations to the director based on vocal ranges and perceived abilities during Audition Camp on January 11 or 12, 2025.
b. Work in conjunction with the staging director to identify a production’s musical needs and determine any requirements to the picturization and/or choreographic elements in order to succeed in completing the production’s musical objectives.
c. Schedule weekly music rehearsals in collaboration with the director, choreographer and stage manager. The music director is typically available for three of the weekly four rehearsals after school for a total of nine hours minimum for each week.
d. Be available during the scheduled rehearsal days and times:
February: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays,, and Thursdays, 4:15 to 7:00.
Early March: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 4:15 to 7:30.
Later March: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 4:15 to 8:00
April 1 through April 16 — Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesday, and Thursdays, 4:15 to various dismissal times posted in calendar.
April 17 through April 23: Spring Break — No rehearsals scheduled
All Technical Rehearsals: April 24 through April 29 (That includes a Saturday and Sunday, again negotiated as needs become apparent.)
Nine Performances (Including a Preview and a Pick Up) April 30, May 1, 2, 3, 4; 7, 8, 9, 10 (Flexibility may be possible. Involvement at each performance is determined by the level of complexity of the musical conducting with the pre-recorded orchestrations and the student technicians available to take over these needs.)
Strike: May 12, if needed.
2. Teaching
a. Serve as the rehearsal pianist or accompanist as needed during run-throughs.
b. Instruct students in the safe and proper manner in which to warm-up their voices and keep themselves vocally healthy for rehearsals and performances.
c. Coach cast members to understand and synthesize the rudiments of their music and harmonies.
d. Guide students in acquiring the needed vocal techniques to successfully fulfill the musical requirements of the production.
e. Oversee student progress in learning the stylistic requirements of their musical numbers.
f. Direct the cast to consider the individual and collective interpretations of phrasing and dynamics required for superior story-telling.
g. In conjunction with the sound designer/director lead music rehearsals for principals, chorus and orchestra, including the annual “Sitzprobe” rehearsal which traditionally
occurs before technical rehearsals begin using the performance tracks.
e. Attend production meetings as needed TBD. (We have yet to figure out a production meeting schedule, but the Music Director may only be needed two or three times during the planning and rehearsal period for the show.)

3. Managing
a. Coordinate rehearsals with staging director, choreographer, and orchestra conductor for time management.
b. Work in conjunction with conductor in setting final rehearsals with cast and sound designer/director.
c. Consult with the sound designer/director to coordinate the overall audio effects used in the show with the music and the digital orchestrations.
(We are going to use the digital performance tracks available, rather than hire an orchestra to play the shows live this year)
d. Help run microphone check before each performance.

4. Legal and School Obligations
a. Successful candidate will need to fill out a complete Loyola High School application packet, including any and all state requirements such as Life Scan and Tuberculosis testing. Any costs for these requirements incurred by any applicant would be reimbursed.
b. Successful candidate may be required to meet with the Human Resources Director and Assistant Principal for Student Life and any other interested members of the Administration team.

Other incidental items:

1. We rehearse in several spaces at the same time. In our “Berendo Music Building” we have use of the Black Box, classrooms, a Green Room, and an additional classroom. Therefore, the music director might be working with one group of cast members in the classroom space while the director is blocking in the Green Room, and the choreographer is setting a dance in the Black Box. We often, then, have at least an extended period of time during every rehearsal where we all meet in the Black Box to put things together.

Salary: $7,500

Benefits: n/a

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

Deadline to apply: December 1, 2024

Documents required to apply:

How to apply: Email resume and references to John Kuhl (producer): jkuhl@loyolahs.edu

Art Program Manager-Public Art Focus

artsforla on November 5, 2024

The Marketing, Arts & Air Service Development team is seeking a visionary and adaptable Airport Arts Program Manager with a focus on Public Art. As a key member of the Arts Program team, this individual will lead the creation and implementation of high-impact public art installations across SAN’s campus, providing travelers with a unique cultural experience that celebrates the vibrant spirit of San Diego.

The ideal candidate will manage the entire lifecycle of diverse art projects—from initial concept through to installation—coordinating closely with artists, contractors, and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration into the airport environment. With a strong foundation in project management and a deep passion for public art, this is an exciting opportunity for someone who can navigate the complexities of an airport setting while making a lasting impact on the aesthetic and cultural experience at one of San Diego’s most recognized public spaces.

Salary: $83,574 – $133,718 annually

Benefits: Location: The new Airport Authority Administration building, located on the San Diego International Airport campus and near the waterfront, providing stunning views of our runway, San Diego Bay, the Pacific Ocean, and the city skyline.

Hybrid Work Schedule: We offer a flexible hybrid schedule, with an opportunity for remote work based on operational requirements, while supporting both in-office collaboration and remote productivity.

Benefits: You will enjoy 14 paid holidays, 18 – 33 days of vacation (PTO), annual employer funded Lifestyle Spending Account which you can use to invest in your personal development and growth activities, parental and child care benefits, salary continuance for family & parental leave, tuition reimbursement, ensure your future with our retirement plan options including our comprehensive pension plan, 457 defined contribution plan, and more!

Wellness: Take advantage of multiple on-site gyms with regular fitness classes, outdoor working areas, fitness discounts for all levels and goals, monthly fruit deliveries, rewards for volunteer time, financial wellness advisors, and a campus with easy access to some of San Diego’s best walking trails.

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree

Deadline to apply: November 18, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, references

How to apply: To learn more and apply, visit here.

Art Program Manager – Public Art Focus

artsforla on November 5, 2024

The Marketing, Arts & Air Service Development team is seeking a visionary and adaptable Airport Arts Program Manager with a focus on Public Art. As a key member of the Arts Program team, this individual will lead the creation and implementation of high-impact public art installations across SAN’s campus, providing travelers with a unique cultural experience that celebrates the vibrant spirit of San Diego.

The ideal candidate will manage the entire lifecycle of diverse art projects—from initial concept through to installation—coordinating closely with artists, contractors, and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration into the airport environment. With a strong foundation in project management and a deep passion for public art, this is an exciting opportunity for someone who can navigate the complexities of an airport setting while making a lasting impact on the aesthetic and cultural experience at one of San Diego’s most recognized public spaces.

Salary: $83,574 – $133,718 annually

Benefits: Location: The new Airport Authority Administration building, located on the San Diego International Airport campus and near the waterfront, providing stunning views of our runway, San Diego Bay, the Pacific Ocean, and the city skyline.

Hybrid Work Schedule: We offer a flexible hybrid schedule, with an opportunity for remote work based on operational requirements, while supporting both in-office collaboration and remote productivity.

Benefits: You will enjoy 14 paid holidays, 18 – 33 days of vacation (PTO), annual employer funded Lifestyle Spending Account which you can use to invest in your personal development and growth activities, parental and child care benefits, salary continuance for family & parental leave, tuition reimbursement, ensure your future with our retirement plan options including our comprehensive pension plan, 457 defined contribution plan, and more!

Wellness: Take advantage of multiple on-site gyms with regular fitness classes, outdoor working areas, fitness discounts for all levels and goals, monthly fruit deliveries, rewards for volunteer time, financial wellness advisors, and a campus with easy access to some of San Diego’s best walking trails.

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree

Deadline to apply: November 18. 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, references

How to apply: To learn more and apply, visit here.