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Percent for Art Program Officer Position | Minnesota State Arts Board
The Arts Board is seeking well qualified candidates for the position of Percent for Art in Public Places program officer. This is a full-time, permanent position that provides artistic and administrative oversight for the State of Minnesota’s public art collection.
Candidates must have completed a bachelor’s degree in a discipline of the visual arts, art history, arts administration, architecture, landscape architecture, design, or other closely related field; and must have at least three years’ professional experience in public art project management, program management, or agency or organizational management.
More details about the position and other required qualifications, and application instructions, are available on the Arts Board’s employment Web page http://www.arts.state.mn.us/about/employment.htm
Seeking Storyteller | MRAC For the remainder of our fiscal year (through June 2020) we seek a storyteller who can provide monthly profiles and images that tell the story of our grant dollars in action. Profiles will be shared on the website, newsletter, and on social media platforms for the organization. Topics will be selected in consultation with the MRAC Communications Director and will include stories of our seven grant programs and other activities of the organization. Stories should be captivating and be approximately 750-1000 words and have accompanying images. The goal is to show state arts dollars being used in a variety of communities. Compensation and Expectations: Budget for this project is $1200 monthly; negotiation is possible. This is a contract position. Travel around the metro area, including to suburban locations, is essential to this project. Travel expenses and any work by subcontractors is included in the flat fee. Deliverables: One 750-1000 word profile of a MRAC grant recipient group or individual and 3-5 associated images per month from September 2019 through June 2020. **This is not a film/video project- we are seeking written text and still images. All of our grant awards are shared on the MRAC website at www.mrac.org and provide a great overview of the types of groups and art projects we fund. To Be Considered: Please submit a letter or email of inquiry detailing your work doing such storytelling, your ability to highlight the work of small grassroots arts organizations in the metro area, and your commitment to raising the voices of marginalized communities. Include a link to published work of this kind. If you would work with a collaborator on the deliverables, detail that in your email. Send your letters to Bethany Whitehead, Program & Communications Director at bethany@mrac.org by August 12, 2019.
Vice President of Finance and Operations | McKnight Reporting to the President, this person will join a passionate and highly experienced leadership team to help achieve its strategic goals. The Vice President will build and steward strong, integrated systems and practices encompassing finance, operations and relevant compliance in support of McKnight’s mission. Responsibilities include leading and working closely with a group of seasoned directors responsible for finance, grants and information management, reception and facilities, information technology, and talent to continually adapt McKnight’s internal systems for impact, agility, and sound stewardship. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, this person will help to advance the Foundation’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and foster a culture of curiosity, innovation, excellence, and purpose in which all staff grow and thrive. SEE THE JOB POSTING
Full-time Visual Artist Mentors | Boys and Girls Clubs The Boys and Girls Club is seeking a full-time Visual Arts Mentor Hours are from 1 – 9 p.m. Monday through Friday and an be flexible. Visual Arts Mentor will design and implement a rich visual arts program focused on painting, chalk, pastels and drawing. Programming may also include youth-designed fashion and costuming, technical illustration, draping, pattern-making, construction, sewing and computer-aided design, fashion and textiles.Programming must incorporate youth voice, hold youth to high expectations, provide hands-on skill building with current technology and equipment, engage the community and culminate with high-profile public events. View the Complete Job Description Apply online at https://www.bgcmn.org/careers/
Technology Mentor | Boys and Girls Club of Central MN Under general supervision of the Unit Director, the Technology Mentor is responsible for the development, direction and management of Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Minnesota’s Youth Digital Arts program, including digital music, video production and photography. The Technology Mentor will design and implement a rich digital music production program focused on youth-designed music and relevant pop culture styles and themes, as well as video production and photography. The Technology Mentor will shape the program with active, real-time influence and input of youth participants on program content and approach. Programming must hold youth to high expectations, provide hands-on skill building with current, professional technology, engage key stakeholders and culminate with high-profile public events. The Technology Mentor has demonstrated knowledge of Apple products, including Garage Band and other video and photography editing apps on apple, use of midi keyboards and other audio engineering equipment. Part-time, hourly, 20 hours per week Three days per week during Club programs, Monday through Friday, 3 – 9 p.m. during school year & noon – 6 p.m. during summer Hourly wage is $13.95 View the Complete Job Description Apply online at https://www.bgcmn.org/careers/
Mn Artists (Opportunities) – www.mnartists.org Jobs/Calls/Grants/Fellowships/Collaborations Explore Minnesota’s art scene by browsing communities and content.
Springboard for the Arts – Job Board The Job Book announces openings sent to Springboard for the Arts from arts-friendly organizations and companies, primarily in Minnesota.
Americans for the Arts Job Bank – jobbank.artsusa.org Have you used the Americans for the Arts Job Bank this month? It’s a free service and links you to jobs in the arts as well as other regional, local, and discipline-based job banks from across the country. Post your job or resume today. You may also purchase job ads for inclusion in the Monthly Wire. E-mail the managing editor at info@artsusa.org for more information.
RFP Public Art Installation | City of Elk River, MN
On May 5, 2014, members of the Elk River arts community, city staff, and the Parks and Recreation Master Plan Planning Team met to review opportunities and potential locations and partnerships for public art in the city. Participants also identified goals, strategies, and themes for the public art plan. Members of the Elk River Arts Alliance, the Regional Arts Council, the Minnesota State Arts Board, the Central Minnesota Arts Board, Independent School District 728, the Elk River Economic Development Authority, and various theaters and other performance groups were all in attendance.
What does the City of Elk River mean to you? The EDA is seeking an impactful, memorable project that communicates this vision to current and potential residents, businesses, and visitors.
Artists located within 100 miles of Elk River are asked to develop a mock up, rendering, or sample of a public art installation (project) as an entry as an RFP. Entries may include
photographs, drawings or renderings no larger than 24” x 36” or modeled on a base no larger than 2’ x 2’. Entries must include two and three dimensional renderings: 1,800 pixels wide in one PDF and include title, description and dimension.
The Elk River Public Arts Plan states two elements must be discussed and defined in the
proposal. One is the role of public art. The other is the role and management of the program to support public art. The plan concluded that successful public art meets the following characteristics.
a. It is accessible to the public (location and financially)
b. Has context specific to the site or community
c. Includes community involvement
d. Can express community values, enhance the environment, transform a landscape,
heighten awareness, or question assumptions
Download the complete RFP Elk River Public Art Installation
Address all correspondence, requests for additional information, registration, and proposal submissions to:
Amanda Othoudt, Economic Development Director, City of Elk River, 13065 Orono Parkway, Elk River, MN 55330; email: aothoudt@ElkRiverMN.gov or call 763.635.1042
Deadlines
Registrations will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on October 4, 2019
Proposals from registered artists will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on December 6, 2019
Visual or Installation Artists
Currently, GRA is seeking applications from artists (visual – variety of mediums, sculpture and/or installation) interested in having a show/exhibit this fall or in 2020. To be consider for a fall exhibit, please complete the brief online form on or before August 31, 2019. All other application will be reviewed on an ongoing basis by our visual arts committee.
Artists Opportunities by Gallery
Front & Main Galleries (122 First Street SE, Little Falls):
• Online marketing and social media package announcing exhibit
• Art reception, with light refreshments open to the community
• Postcard invitations and advertising
• Option to sell the art pieces throughout the show
Morrison County Courthouse (213 First Avenue SE, Little Falls)
• Online marketing and social media package announcing exhibit
• Option to sell the art pieces throughout the show
CHI St. Gabriels’ Health – Family Medical Center Lobby (811 2nd Street SE, Little Falls)
• Online marketing and social media package announcing exhibit
• Option to sell the art pieces throughout the show
Feel free to contact Michelle Kiley (michelle@greatart.org or 320-632-0960) for additional information.
RFQ Mural Project | Holdingford Legion The Holdingford Legion (Stearns County) is seeking a muralist to create a custom art piece, reflective of four (of the five) branches of the military. Although the project completion date is flexible, ideally it would be installed prior to June 30, 2020 to allot time for a small unveiling/dedication during the town’s annual festival. • The budget for the project is estimated to be between $3,500 to $5,000; funds are anticipated to be raised by the community over the next year. • The wall is comprised of masonry block measuring approximately 11 feet high by 57 feet wide (see image above) that is adjacent to the Stearns Bank of Holdingford’s drive through. • At this time, interested artists should send a letter of interest, including their name, estimated project cost (labor and materials) and a link to past work (or portfolio) to michelle@insite360.org on or before September 15, 2019 by 5 p.m. For additional questions feel free to contact Michelle Kiley, InSite360 by email (michelle@insite360.org) or phone (320-333-1579). Email inquiries preferred.
2019 Art of the Holidays Call | Minnetonka Center for the Arts The Arts of the Holidays Show & Sale is open to all artists. Past experience tells us that jewelry, glass, functional pottery, and fiber are particularly popular for gift giving. The sale is held in the Laura H. Miles Gallery at the Minnetonka Center for the Arts. Our goals are to create a unique shopping experience for selective buyers; provide a venue for artists to sell their work, and raise funds for the Art Center. Work will be selected for sale considering quality, price, and appropriateness for holiday gift giving in an upscale, suburban market. Buyers will take items with them when they buy. We may replenish work that sells as the artist supplies us with more items. For Guidelines to apply visit www.minnetonkaarts.org/2019-holidays-call/ Entries Due: September 13, 2019 Show Dates: Nov. 13 – Dec. 21, 2019
Arts Administration Internship @ Franconia Sculpture Park Franconia Sculpture Park’s Arts Administration Internship provides ‘hands-on’ immersion in the daily operations of a progressive arts organization located in the scenic St. Croix River Valley, 45 miles NE of Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN, USA. Franconia provides residence and workspace to emerging and established artists in a 43-acre sculpture park. There are two different types of administrative interns. Program interns will support Franconia’s education & public programing. The Development intern will work directly with the development manager to support fundraising campaigns. Both interns work closely with Franconia’s staff so interns have a rare opportunity to be immersed in many types of projects and work experiences. This type of internship is best suited for those interested in exploring public art, museum studies, arts administration, or nonprofit management careers. Primary responsibilities include assisting staff with day-to-day operations of the artist and education programs and may include helping with research; social networking outreach; marketing and publicity; graphic/web design; photography; database management; and assisting with activities that help promote Franconia and enhance public participation. Arts Administration Internships are unpaid and last two to four months. This internship is flexible and can be scheduled to accommodate other commitments and varying time frames. We require a commitment of at least 16 hours a week for locally based interns who commute to Franconia. Interns who stay in residence at Franconia (free room & board) contribute at least 35 hours per week. Franconia agrees to work with the intern to fulfill any necessary academic requirements and address any identified learning goals/objectives. For complete details and application instructions, visit Franconia’s website: http://www.franconia.org/artsadmin.html Contact Amber White with questions: info@franconia.org (651) 257-6668 Applications accepted on a rolling basis
Call for Art | St Cloud Hospital Seeking artists to exhibit work in St. Cloud Hospital and CentraCare Health Plaza for the 2019 year. Artwork is hung up on a Walker Display system. The purpose of the exhibit is to help artists sell their artwork with 15% commission contributed to the St. Cloud Hospital Volunteer Auxiliary that supports programs for patients and families. Backings on any artwork must be secure. All artwork must be framed, including photographs. Each piece of artwork must have one of the enclosed cards tagged to the lower-right corner with the following information: a. Artist’s name b. Contact information c. Name of piece d. Price, including tax e. Number of piece Download the complete Procedures and Instructions for Artwork at St. Cloud Hospital Download the complete Procedures and Instructions for Artwork at CentraCare Health Plaza Artists can submit a photos of artwork via email to Melinda, melinda.fast@centracare.com. The subcommittee will review the work and accepted artists will be notified. A schedule will then be determined for exhibition.