Job Postings for May 2013

Local

Barnstorming Inc in downtown Kansas City, has an opening for an entry level filmer and editor
http://www.barnstorminginc.com/

The Kemper Museum of Art has an opening for a Part-time Docent Educator and Volunteer Coordinator http://www.kemperart.org/general/employment.asp

The Nelson Atkins has an opening for The Head, Imaging Services oversees and manages the Imaging Services Department function.
http://www.nelson-atkins.org/support/JobIntern.cfm

St. Therese Early Education Center in Parkville is seeking full-time and part-time staff members to join our team of early educators to work in our NAEYC accredited center.
http://www.npconnect.org/jobs?cl_cid=12151&cl_v=ra&cl_aid=830459

Saint Luke’s Foundation has an opening for a Graphic Designer and Web Manager, Salary: 38-45K http://www.npconnect.org/jobs?cl_v=ra&cl_cid=12151&cl_aid=830422

KCAI is seeking an Academic secretary – academic year position
http://www.kcai.edu/employment/academic-secretary

Starlight Theatre’s Ovation Gift Store has an opening for a manager.
http://www.npconnect.org/jobs?cl_cid=12151&cl_v=ra&cl_aid=830462

DeCloud Studios, an Overland Park, KS based School Yearbook & Senior Photography company is currently accepting applications from talented, responsible and highly motivated individuals to join our team as a Staff Photographer. http://kansascity.craigslist.org/med/3749600000.html

Full-time Graphic Designer and Media Relations Director  for St. James Academy
http://www.npconnect.org/jobs?cl_v=ra&cl_cid=12151&cl_aid=85592&cl_six=10

Standard Beverage Corporation has an opening for a Graphic Designer
http://kansascity.craigslist.org/med/3753791290.html

Johnson County Community College seeks a Graphic Design Instructor with a BFA
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=5312318&trk=rj_em&ut=3J8gdkJMh_M5I1

Immediate opening for graphic designer in the Creative Services Department of Sosland Publishing Company 4800 Main Street, Suite 100, Kansas City MO, 64112
http://kansascity.craigslist.org/med/3738948789.html

The Kansas City Jewish Museum of Contemporary Art seeks a Program Coordinator / Assistance Curator
Contact the KCJMCA Board President at lynn@indiancrk.com for more information. No phone calls.
http://www.kcjmca.org/home/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=65&Itemid=106

Dimensional Innovations (DI) is a group of Designers, Makers and Innovators working together to create world-class experiences, places, and products. DI is looking to add a Graphic Designers and a Project Coordinator (Contract-to-Hire Position) to our award-winning team. The Project Coordinator is an entry level, project support position within the Project Management Team.
Contact Megan Turner for more information: http://www.dimin.com/people/megan-turner/

Ultramax Sports is excited to bring the popular Go Girl Run to Olathe on May 18th. We are looking for a finish line photographer for this event who can be available to shoot images at the from 6:30-11:30am. Here is a link to more information about the event http://www.ultramaxtri.com/gogirlrun//kansascity/home.html. Please contact stacey@ultramaxsports.com for more information.

The Arts Council of Metropolitan Kansas City seeks an experienced fund-raising professional with a demonstrated track record to fill the full-time position of Director of Development.
http://www.npconnect.org/jobs?cl_cid=12151&cl_v=ra&cl_aid=830500

National

New York art gallery is seeking an Art Preparator to work in Warehouse location.
http://www.nyfa.org/opp_detail.asp?type=Job&id=94&fid=6&sid=17&oppid=46153

An established paper conservation studio is seeking an experienced paper conservator for full-time employment in NYC. http://www.nyfa.org/opp_detail.asp?type=Job&id=94&fid=6&sid=17&oppid=46136

Multnomah Arts Center, a program of Portland Parks & Recreation, is looking for a qualified energetic and outgoing individual to teach hand and wheel in our youth art ceramics program.
http://racc.org/resources/youth-art-ceramics-instructor-pt-sought-multnomah-arts-center

The Portland Art Museum Northwest Film Center invites applications for temporary Education Program Assistants for our summer camp.
http://racc.org/resources/education-program-assistants-summer-camp-sought-northwest-film-center

An established paper conservation studio is seeking an experienced paper conservator for full-time employment.
http://www.nyfa.org/opp_detail.asp?type=Job&id=94&fid=6&sid=17&oppid=46136

The Vermont Studio Center has openings for an Admissions Assistant/Salesforce Database Administrator and President
http://vermontstudiocenter.org/employment-opportunities/

Several openings are available at the Houston Museum of Fine Art
https://prv.mfah.org/employment.asp?par1=5&par2=all&lgc=1

Opus Creative, a Portland, Oregon based marketing agency, is looking to hire a Creative Director.
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=5303467&trk=rj_em&ut=3nKIKzgAe0M5I1

Job Postings for October 2012

Local Calls

Museums

The Nelson Atkins Museum of Art has an opening for a Senior Curator of American Art
Deadline: ASAP
http://www.nelson-atkins.org//support/JobIntern.cfm

The Nelson Atkins Museum of Arts seeks an evaluator for their education department
Deadline: ASAP
http://www.nelson-atkins.org//support/JobIntern.cfm

Arabia Steamboat Museum seeks a tour guide to work 4 to 5 days per week
Weekend availability is required. This position involves conducting guided tours of the exhibit to the general public, as well as leading school field trips and tour bus groups. Apply in person at 400 Grand Blvd. Kansas City, MO between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. $ 8 per hour.

Education and programming

Assistant Professor of Studio Art- Print Media Full-time Tenure Track at UMKC
Deadline: December 1
http://www.umkc.edu/hr/career-opportunities/default.asp

Girl Scouts of NE Kansas and NW Missouri need a Part-time Program Leader
Deadline: ASAP
http://www.npconnect.org/page/jobs/?cl_v=ra&cl_cid=12151&cl_aid=84365

National Calls for applicants

The Bemis Center for Contemporary Art seeks a new Executive Director

http://www.bemiscenter.org/about_us/seeks_new_executive_director.html#.UGnuZ5w72IA

Deadline: ASAP
Send resumes and inquires to jobs@bemiscenter.org

Special Assistant to the Director at Philadelphia Museum of Art. USA, PA, Philadelphia.
Deadline: ASAP
http://www.philamuseum.org/jobs/

The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC): Full-time Faculty in Fiber and Material Studies. USA.
Deadline: January 7, 2013
http://www.saic.edu/about/jobsatsaic/facultypositions/full-timefacultypositions/

The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC): Full-time Faculty in Painting and Drawing. USA.
Deadline: January 7, 2013
http://www.saic.edu/about/jobsatsaic/facultypositions/full-timefacultypositions/

The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC): Full-time Faculty in Sculpture. USA.
Deadline: December 14, 2012
http://www.saic.edu/about/jobsatsaic/facultypositions/full-timefacultypositions/

Announcing the 2012-2013 Access Alumni Events Exhibition Alumni Juror Panel

Access Alumni Events exhibition at Cara Y Cabezas deadline is one month away!

Application guidelines:

• Submit your name, studio major, grade level and phone number
• A brief bio and an artist statement
• Up to five images of available work to be juried for the exhibition (images must be sized 1000 pixels wide -high res required if accepted)
• Image list including the title, date, materials, dimensions and photo credit.
• Email application to CKAMIN@KCAI.EDU by 5pm October 12, 2012.

Professional Practice Presentation Series 2012-2013

On the Hunt! Job Search Tips for BFA’s

Graduating seniors this one is for you! Here are a few tips on how to hunt down your career.

Know someone on the inside.

Sick of hearing that you have to know someone to get a chance at an opportunity? Well it turns out it most certainly helps. How else do you plan to distinguish yourself, as an entry-level candidate, from the dozens of other resumes?  Knowing a face to accompany the resume gives you an enormous advantage.

• If it’s a public business, organization or institution, frequent the space and attend the organization’s events. Be sure to introduce yourself to the staff. Let them know you are seeking opportunities with their organization.
• Request an informational interview with the open position’s supervisor or their supervisor. Informational interviews can happen even if their isn’t an opportunity available at the time. Let them know you are someone to consider if something becomes available in the future.
• Deliver your resume in person, but be sure to look professional when you do.

Be prepared to sell yourself.

• No matter what your profession, role or industry, you’re a marketer and a sales pro during the job search. You need to understand each job and company you’re targeting and be able to sell your ability to be successful in that role. Visit their site, find out what they are doing and who is already on staff.

Courtesy is Key.

• Have you had an interview? Have you had a second interview? Still waiting to hear back? Write a thank you note for the interviewing staff’s time. Who doesn’t like a nice letter? It’s a simple gesture that definitely sticks.  Remind them about your enthusiasm for the job and to always keep you in mind if they select another candidate.

Try try again.

• So maybe you got an interview but not the job? Sometimes you never hear anything. Bummer. Well cheer up, at least they now know a little more about you and will possibly remember you the next time something becomes available. It’s still a good time to write a note if you think you will continue to pursue a position with that particular organization. Who knows, the staff may leave and end up someplace you will approach in the future.

Where to look online.

• Since I am interested in working in administration, especially with a not-for-profit, I frequently visit npconnect.org to see all non-profit organization listings in the Kansas City area.
• Always remember to check out KCAI’s employment page. You have already jumped through the biggest hoop (knowing people on the inside) by attending the program. KCAI has a great track record of employing its alumni.

Current postings online for creatives:

Kansas City

Assistant conservator in photography at the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art

KCAI Admissions Counselor 

KCAI Fiber technician 

Executive Director for Paul Mesner Puppets

Curator of Global Indigenous Art, Spencer Museum of Art, University of Kansas. USA.

Visual Merchandising assistant at Halls on the Plaza

National Calls

YBCA Exhibition Designer, Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (San Francisco CA)

Curatorial Assistant to the Chief Curator at the Whitney Museum of American Art, NYC

Sculpture Studio Manager at the Maryland Institute College of Art

Visual Arts Director, Oklahoma Arts Council, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Let us know if this posting helps you, and if you would like to see more postings of job opportunities. Remember, KCAI Career Services is always ready to assist you with resumes, cover letters and networking.

Images by Alumnus Tal Wilson of the Access Alumni Events Exhibition ‘Construction In Structure’

If  you missed the first Access Alumni Events student exhibition at City Arts Project, we have professional shots by alumnus Tal Wilson to share:

Student Opportunity Deadline: Summer Internship at Bemis Center for Contemporary Art

Are you a student from Omaha? Do you have plans to return home this summer, but are looking to stay busy in the arts? Are you interested in participating in one of the leading artist residencies in the Midwest? Consider an internship at Bemis Center for Contemporary Art!

Bemis is NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS ::

Summer Internship: begins mid May to mid August. Applications due May 1st.
Fall Internship: begins end of August to beginning of December. Applications due by September 18th.
Winter/Spring Internship: begins mid January to May. Applications due by Dec 11th.

For information about the Bemis Center Internship Program, please contact Corinne Wardian, Administrative Coordinator at 402.341.7130 x 23 or corinne@bemiscenter.org.

To download an internship application, click here.

Bemis Center Internship Program

At the Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts, we have one mission: to support exceptional talent. And one of the ways we accomplish this is by providing talented, motivated interns with the singular opportunity to learn the ins-and-outs of the contemporary art world from the perspective of an industry insider. From learning how to install an exhibition to working one-on-one with artists from all over the world, you will learn about how an internationally recognized non-profit arts facility functions on a daily basis. As a Bemis Center intern, you can cultivate a wide-range of professional skills, including:

• Develop non-profit administration skills
• Take part in the daily operations of a non-profit institution
• Learn how to prepare galleries for exhibitions and special events
• Assist staff members in their specialized areas, including the Artist-in-Residency Program, Community Outreach, Exhibition Program, Community Arts Program, Marketing & Media, as well as Art Sales & Inventory
• Working with the public in a dynamic art setting
• Working along-side some of the contemporary art world’s most creative artists and curators

Plus, internships provide ideal exposure to the contemporary art world through functions such as ArtTalks, Gallery Talks, Opening Receptions and visits to Artist-in-Residence studios.

What kinds of qualifications do you need? A passion for contemporary art, self-motivation, attention to detail, eagerness to learn, outstanding verbal and written communication skills, knowledge of basic PC skills (Windows, Word, Photoshop, Excel, etc.) and the basic skills necessary for your specific intern position.

Bemis Center internships are competitive and typically last one university semester. They are structured as unpaid, volunteer positions. While most universities offer college credit for participating in the Bemis Center’s Internship Program, it is the intern’s responsibility to arrange this with his or her academic institution.

Be sure to stop by Career Services if you are interested in a summer internship or need assistance with your application!

2011-2012 Professional Practice Recap

Here are some of the highlights from this year’s Professional Practice presentation series. All of the speakers will be welcomed back for the annual networking reception, on April 19, to thank them for their time and introduce them to interested students. We look forward to next year!

Kelly Summers, Human Resources Director for the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art, shared interview etiquette and a Do's and Don'ts interview attire Fashion Show. 9-22-11

Alumni shared their experiences in internships, and what makes a stand out applicant for an internship position since they now higher interns for their projects and art positions. Career Services Internship Coordinator, Rishad Gandhi made closing remarks about internship deadlines for students. 10-6-11

Sean Kelley, gallery director for City Arts Project, Ayla Rexroth, Alumna and director of her apartment gallery Subterranean, and Andrew Lyles, owner of Spray Booth Gallery presented their experiences in curating and starting an art gallery. 10-20-11

Paul Tyler, Grants Director for Arts KC, talked about how the arts are funded in Kansas City and grant writing. 1-26-12

Alumnus and Professor in painting, Jonah Criswell, discussed how to prepare for graduate school. 2-9-12

Museum career panel included Paul Benson, Nelson Atkins Museum of Art Objects Conservator, and Katherine Pill, assistant curator, and Amy Duke, adult education and volunteer coordinator from the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art. 2-23-12

Rebecca Stoder KCVLAA Shares Cautionary Tales with Students 3-22-12

Charmalee Gunaratne, President and Founder of Eco Abet, and Tracy Krumm, Professor in Fiber/CASL, shared some of the positive changes creatives can have on their community, locally and globally.

 

 

Opening Reception of Construction In Structure at City Arts Project

Career Services would like to thank everyone who attended the opening reception last Friday at City Arts Project as well as those whose contributions made the first Access Alumni Event a success. The exhibition is on view through April 21st. We hope to schedule events throughout the show including artists’ talks and student led critiques. Be on the look out for future Access Alumni Events through KCAI Career Services. If you are an alumni interested in mentoring current students please contact Calder Kamin, Career Services Assistant, ckamin@kcai.edu.

Emergency Grants

If you find yourself with an art opportunity that suddenly puts you between a rock and hard place, don’t fear, emergency grants are here!

(ARTISTS & PERFORMING ARTISTS) Foundation for Contemporary Arts Emergency Grants—Created in 1993, Emergency Grants provides speedy funding for visual and performing artists who have unanticipated, sudden opportunities to present their work to the public, or who incur unexpected or unbudgeted expenses for projects close to completion with committed exhibition or performance dates. The grants are intended to support the creation of innovative and experimental work, and are meant to assist individuals and groups when there is insufficient time to seek other sources of funding.

Requests are primarily granted to artists who are “emerging” and have few sources of financial support. Emergency Grants is the only active, multi-disciplinary program that offers immediate assistance of this kind to artists working anywhere in the United States.

Emergency Grants applications are accepted year round; there is no deadline. There is no application form; please check the website for application requirements. Grants are determined on a monthly basis by the Emergency Grants Panel, a volunteer committee of established artists. In 2010, grants ranged in amount from $200 to $2,000; the average grant was $900.

Special funds for travel to Asia, Central Europe and Eastern Europe:

In addition to providing support for artists with immediate needs related to performing and exhibition opportunities, FCA has special funds forlast-minute or unexpected travel or other expenses for US-based artists presenting work throughout Asia, Central Europe and Eastern Europe. Such requests must meet general Emergency Grants program guidelines in order to be eligible.

http://www.foundationforcontemporaryarts.org/grant_programs/immediate_needs.html