Information Services : Job Openings
July 2009
Entries in bold are entered the first of each month and organized by deadline dates.
New Entries are added during the month, with posting dates in orange.
Special Note: RACC updates this Job Opportunity site almost daily, when job openings are submitted. Since the turn around for many jobs may only be a few weeks, we suggest that job seekers check the site frequently.
Marketing Manager: External Communications and Graphic Designer Position sought by White Bird. Part ad exec, part graphic designer, this is a dynamic position that is responsible for the external communications of a well-known and recognized arts organization. These duties include both placing ads as well as the graphic design skills to produce event posters and marketing materials. Full job description at http://www.whitebird.org/about/employment. Submit one page cover and resume to Phil Busse, General Manager, at phil@whitebird.org. Application should also include three current work-product samples, and the names of three professional references. Salary commensurate with experience; benefits include health care subsidy. Interviews will be scheduled during the week of 7/20, with an 8/3 start date. Deadline: 7/10/09.
Executive Director sought by Blue Sky Gallery. Seeking a person who combines a passion for the arts with the business skills necessary to keep Blue Sky sustainable and growing. Skills sought: A proven leader with the business skills to run the organization efficiently and creatively; A solid financial background with the ability to read financials as well as develop and adhere to budgets; A collaborative leader with a proven ability to bring together and coordinate staff, volunteers and board members to achieve clear goals; Superb oral and written communication skills with the ability to market and sell ideas, photography and potential donors; Do you have at least 3 - 5 years of leadership experience, at least some in the nonprofit world, with increasing levels of responsibility; Are you a superb time manager who enjoys the challenge of coordinating the hundreds of disparate tasks necessary to run an organization like Blue Sky; Do you bring a great sense of humor, preferably irreverent, and joyfulness to your work; Significant successful development experience in both grants and individual donors solicitations; Undaunted by the necessity of creative solutions; Are you a believer in servant leadership – do you have a lot to offer and even more to learn. To learn more about Blue Sky Gallery, please go to: www.blueskygallery.org. To Apply: Please submit a detailed and compelling letter showing your passion and fit for the mission and skill set outlined for Blue Sky Gallery and tell us why you should be the next Executive Director, as well as names and contact information of four references and a complete chronological resume to: bh@tacs.org with “Blue Sky” in the title. Or by mail to: TACS, 1001 SE Water St, Suite 490, Portland, OR 97214. Attn: Bob Hazen, BSG. Deadline: 7/10/09, 5pm.
Visiting Faculty Position in Photography sought by Eastern Oregon University. The University seeks a qualified, creative individual for a one year fixed-term position to serve both Art and Media Arts Programs. The successful candidate will be a dedicated professional with an active studio agenda. This position includes courses in traditional b/w photography, digital photography, graphics, videography, and co-supervision of the Media Arts capstones. The candidate must be committed to ensuring that every student, faculty and staff member is a full member of the EOU community and that all community members recognize, promote and take advantage of the educational and cultural value of diversity. MA required. An MFA in Photography, Digital Media Production, Videography, or equivalent art area is preferred. Teaching experience at the college level preferred. The degree must be from a regionally accredited institution or foreign equivalent. For accreditation agencies recognized by EOU, see the web page at: http://chinook.eou.edu/hr/. This is a full-time, nine-month, fixed-term appointment at the instructor or visiting assistant professor level starting 9/16/09. Send a letter of interest; curriculum vitae; graduation transcripts; teaching philosophy; artist statement; and the names, emails, and telephone numbers of three professional references. In addition, send 20 images on a CD or DVD of your current work and 15-20 images of student work if available to: Cory Peeke, Art/Media Arts Search, Eastern Oregon University, One University Boulevard, La Grande, OR 97850, 541.962.3584. Deadline: 7/30/09.
(posted 7/2/09) Development Director (P/T) sought by Newspace Center for Photography. Candidates will be expected to engage in research to identify new individual, foundation, and government prospects; Cultivate and nurture relationships with current and potential corporate and foundation sponsors,and individual donors; In consultation with program staff and the Director, write grant proposals and reports; Write fundraising letters, reports, and appeals; maintain regular correspondence with foundations, and donors, oversee mailings; Develop and grow individual donor base; manage annual giving campaign; cultivate major gifts; Help to plan events; Create and implement annual development plan and strategy; Develop and implement comprehensive marketing and public relations strategy. Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent prior experience. To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, names and contact information of three references and a resume to: chris@newspacephoto.org. Or by mail to: Newspace Center for Photography, 1632 SE 10th Ave. Portland, OR 97214. Attn: Chris Bennett.
Need Artists to work with Dreamers. The “ I Have a Dream” Foundation®-Oregon has been helping kids succeed in school and college for twenty years, empowering almost 900 students to pursue their educational dreams. In preparation for their annual fundraiser, Dream Big, taking place in October, 2009 they are looking for opportunities for some of their Dreamers to contribute to this event by creating art/craft work to be sold there. There are three groups of Dreamers who will be participating: a group of high school freshmen in Portland, a group of 5th graders in Portland and a group of high school juniors in Forest Grove. The organization is looking for artists willing to work with the Dreamers in a one to two day workshop setting to teach them a new art/craft and help them create items to be sold. They are able to pay for supplies and a small remuneration for artists who participate. If you would like more information, please contact lois.orner@ihadoregon.org
Public Relations Position (P/T) opening at Portland Institute for Contemporary Art (PICA). Requires excellent communication and writing skills, basic web maintenance, and experience with social media networks. Must have Bachelor's Degree or 3 years' experience in Marketing and Public Relations. Background in the arts is a plus. To apply, please submit resume, writing samples, and a cover letter by email only to vic@pica.org. No phone calls please.
Adjunct Assistant Professor of Graphic Design sought by Western Oregon University. The Creative Arts Division is seeking applicants for a Non-Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position in graphic design with expertise in interactive and web design, information architecture, and time based media. Experience with digital photography preferred; electronic 3-D design beneficial. Excellent benefit package is included. The successful candidate will teach upper division courses in graphic design with web and interactive focus, introductory web design, basic digital photography, and other courses to support the art curriculum. MFA and teaching experience at college/university level is required. Contact Address: Art/Graphic Design, Recruitment Number: F0909 Non-Tenure-Track Asst Prof, Human Resources, 345 N. Monmouth Ave., Monmouth, OR 9736, employment@wou.edu.
Teaching Opportunities at The Northwest Film Center School of Film and Young Filmmakers Program. Resumes from independent mediamakers with an interest in teaching part-time are welcome. Media-making background and commitment to media arts perspective a must. Academic credentials and teaching experience desirable but not required. Areas of expertise needed vary from year to year. Resume and letter of interest to: Education Director, NW Film Center, 1219 SW Park Ave., Portland, OR 97205, Fax: 503-294-0874, www.nwfilm.org.
Marketing Coordinator (P/T). The Portland Actors Conservatory is seeking a part-time marketing specialist to coordinate all aspects of marketing and promotions. The successful candidate will be proficient in website development and maintenance and desktop publishing, have experience writing and disseminating press releases and electronic newsletters, strong customer service, written and oral communication skills. Database management and electronic communications experience required. Ability to work in a deadline oriented and creative environment, both independently and as part of a collaborative team. This position is also responsible for promotion of the Conservatory Season of Plays and box office management. Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience. Creative opportunity with potential for growth. Please submit cover letter and resume to: Portland Actors Conservatory, Attn.: Marketing Coordinator Position, 1436 SW Montgomery Street, Portland, OR 98201 or email: pacinfo@actorsconservatory.com.
Instructors for ReBuilding Center Workshops. ReFind Furniture of The ReBuilding Center is seeking qualified instructors to teach inspiring hands-on workshops focusing on art, craft and/or building practices with an emphasis on community and sustainability. Workshops are conducted inside the ReFind Furniture woodshop and are restricted to evening or weekend times. Previously class topics have included: Mosaic Making from Recycled Tiles, Create a Table from a Door, and Power Tools for Women. Topics may range from fine crafts to home improvement but all encourage others to use recycled materials in innovative ways. Interested instructors are invited to submit a proposal for a specific workshop idea with their resume, teaching history, portfolio (if applicable), and a SASE for return of materials to: Emily Krafft,The ReBuilding Center, 3625 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97227 or education@rebuildingcenter.org. Instructor applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. The Rebuilding Center of Our United Villages is committed to workforce diversity. For our current workshop offerings, go to www.rebuildingcenter.org/classes.htm.
Chair, Department of Music & Theatre Arts sought by Southern Oregon University. The Chair will be the founding chair of a newly-combined Department of Music and Theatre Arts. With nearly 500 majors in music and theatre, 15 full-time faculty, a Center for Shakespeare Studies and summer graduate programs for theatre and music teachers, Southern is a designated center of excellence in the fine and performing arts for the Oregon University System. As a seasoned administrator, the new chair will lead faculty in developing the vision and strategic plan that will help SOU become a national and international leader in performing arts education and training. The Chair oversees a significant budget, curriculum, enrollment management, student success and faculty development. He/she also serves as the Director of Performing Arts and is expected to be a strong partner with the Southern Oregon University Foundation in seeking extramural funding for the performing arts. Additionally, the Director will teach a maximum of two courses per year in an area of expertise. Salary: $62,547-73,484 (includes Summer @ .50 FTE). Contact: Su Grossman, Performing Arts Search, 1250 Siskiyou Blvd., Ashland, OR 97520.
Assistant Curator of Education sought by The High Desert Museum (Bend,OR). The Assistant Curator of Education is responsible for the design, management, and implementation of a variety of educational programs. Responsibilities also include assistance with training and supervision of volunteers. Visit www.highdesertmuseum.org. Contact: High Desert Museum, 59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR 97702, 541.382.4754.
Instructor in Digital Media sought by Mt. Hood Community College. The Integrated Media Department at Mt. Hood Community College is accepting applications for part-time Digital Media instructors for academic year 2008-09. This is an ongoing pool and when the need arises, candidates will be selected from this pool. The minimum requirements are: bachelor's degree (or higher) and/or at least five years of experience in digital media (can include digital photography, graphic design, web design and programming, video, digital audio, etc. Must be willing to work closely with full-time instructors to plan, problem-solve and experiment. Prefer some college teaching experience. To apply, please click (or copy and paste into your browser): http://jobs.mhcc.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=50880. If you need assistance with the on-line application system, please call 503.491,7612 or email hr@mhcc.edu.
Film Crews Sought by Winter Olympics in Vancouver, BC for 2010. The Olympic Broadcast Services has begun their search for potential crew and vendor services beyond what is available locally in Vancouver, B.C. They will have 24 mobile units, 400+ specialty cameras and an international broadcast center encompassing over 20,000 square meters that will operate 24/7 and require 4,000 employees. The Olympic Broadcast Services website is: http://www.obsv.ca. If you need further clarification regarding the information presented at the Vancouver Olympic Business Summit, please contact Amy Keiter via e-mail at Amy.Keiter@state.or.us.
More Job Opportunities and Resources at:
Americans for the Arts- Job Bank: http://jobbank.artsusa.org/
Artjob: http://www.ArtJob.com
Artist Trust (WA): http://www.artisttrust.org/linc/term/1
Backstagejobs: http://www.backstagejobs.com
CraigsList: http://portland.craigslist.org/med/
Creative Hotline: http://www.creativehotlist.com
Fine Art Directory: http://www.art-online.com
Museum Employment Resource Center (MERC): http://www.museum-employment.com/
National Art Education Association (NAEA)- art teacher job openings (nationally): http://www.naea-reston.org/
National Writers Union: http://www.nwu.org/nwu/
Opportunity Knocks (for Non-Profit jobs): http://opportunityknocks.org
Oregon Film and Video Office: for film and production jobs in Oregon: http://www.oregonfilm.org
PDX Mind Share: http://www.pdxmindshare.com
Sunoasis Jobs: http://www.sunoasis.com
Send submissions to Mary Bauer at mbauer@racc.or. We highly recommend including a deadline if possible with your job notice. If you do not have a deadline, please let us know when your job has been filled, so we can take down the listing.
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