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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.

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.

Director of Artistic & Educational Programming

artsforla on October 29, 2024

The Director of Artistic & Educational Programming for Musco Center for the Arts will carry out artistic season planning and act as lead booking representative to include scheduling, booking artists, negotiating offers and contracts, including budget and cost viability. The Director will lead programming research, conduct risk analysis, and provide selection recommendations.

Demonstrates experience as a proven negotiator working with artist and touring contracts for a similar performing arts venue, ideally within an educational context. Excellent working knowledge of established and emerging artists and ensembles, new works and industry artistic trends across multiple disciplines with a strong working knowledge of dance, theater, and music genres and artists. Plans and negotiates additional artist services including expanding artistic offerings at Musco Center through innovative visiting artist and student programs.

Oversees the marketing team by leading efforts to exceed revenue goals, expand audience development activities, and align programming, marketing goals and objectives. Oversees the implementation of Musco Center’s educational programs and projects through direct reports to meet the combined and blended artistic and academic vision of Musco Center.

Salary: $74,000 – $85,000 annually

Benefits: The University is committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. More information on diversity and inclusion at Chapman University can be found at www.chapman.edu/diversity.

Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Chapman University does not sponsor applicants for Staff and Administrator positions for work visas.

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree

Deadline to apply: January 31, 2025

Documents required to apply: Resume, cover letter, references

How to apply: Apply here.