Jobs 11/7/08
Arts for Life Charlotte, an arts and healthcare organization, is seeking artists to teach visuals arts, music, and creative writing to young patients at Presbyterian Hospital. In our Fellowship Program, Arts for Life staff trains & supervises artists in teaching children and adolescents in the hospital setting for 4-12 hours each week.
Artists Fellows:
- Develop, prepare, and teach successful art lessons for young patients.
- Write and document lessons and share this information with Arts for Life staff.
- Work successfully with hospital staff and adhere to hospital regulations.
Fellows must have experience teaching, and must have participated in gallery exhibits, performances, or publications. Fellows must be residents of North Carolina. BFA or BA preferred.
To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and three images of your artwork to the following address by December 3, 2008:
Arts for Life
Fellowship Program
PO Box 788
Weaverville NC 28787
Arts for Life (AFL) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives and healthcare experiences of children battling cancer and other serious illnesses in North Carolina. AFL’s visual art, creative writing, and music programs decrease patient stress and anxiety, keep patients active and engaged, and help families cope with the realities of illness. At Arts for Life’s art stations patients learn new skills, express ideas and emotions, and connect with children going through similar experiences. AFL’s staff members and volunteers teach the arts to patients for over 280 hours each week. We work with more than 2,500 patients annually.
The Clayton Center Auditorium and Conference Center located 15 miles east of Raleigh is a multi-use venue featuring a 600 seat auditorium and 12,000 SF of meeting space. This position will primarily serve to coordinate all events for the conference center. Key responsibilities include: work with clients to determine their rental needs; act as a booking agent for the facility, advising clients of regulations and issuing contracts; facilitate set-up requirements with staff and other Town Departments. Actively markets the Conference Center to potential clients—responds to all client inquiries regarding rental space and availability. This position is responsible for the scheduling and supervision of part-time event staff for all Conference Center events. Requirements: BA required plus two years conference center or event planning experience desirable. Must have sharp attention to detail and excellent communication and organizational skills; strong computer skills for both Mac and Windows platforms (proficient in Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), knowledge of specialized computer software programs and email systems. Dreamweaver and Photoshop preferred. A flexible schedule is a must, since night and evening work is required. Interested applicants must complete a Town of Clayton application and submit to the HR Dept., PO Box 879, Clayton NC 27528. Visit us at http://www.townofclaytonnc.org/. EOE
Lead the museum that leads the cultural life of Greenville.
The Greenville Museum of Art, the leading center for the visual arts in the city since 1937, seeks applicants for its Executive Director. This position reports to the Board of Trustees.
The successful applicant should possess the following qualities:
- Visionary leadership, passion and drive to enhance the role of GMA as the leader in visual arts in Eastern North Carolina
- A proven track record of effective fund raising and grant writing
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to administer annual budgets and oversee a growing endowment
- Ability to lead, manage and motivate paid staff and a cadre of energetic volunteers
- Artistic leadership in acquiring, preserving, exhibiting and interpreting works of art
- Ability to project a professional presence and foster relationships in the community
Salary for the position is commensurate with education and experience. For consideration, candidates must possess a four-year college degree from an accredited university. A major in arts administration or a related field is preferred. Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter with professional references to:
Greenville Museum of Art
ATTN: Director Search Committee
1210-B E Arlington Blvd
Greenville NC 27858
The Greenville Museum of Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V