JOB LISTINGS
Program Director: The Elizabeth Foundation for the Arts, EFA Studio Program
Job Description:
The Elizabeth Foundation for the Arts is looking for a candidate with a strong commitment to artists and artist communities to become the Director of the Studio Program.
The Program Director is responsible for the management of a program that provides professional artist studio space to member artists who are chosen through a juried merit-based application process. Artists chosen to become members are offered subsidized space on a sliding scale based on their income. Membership agreements are for two years with the possibility to renew. EFA has space to provide studios for up to 85 artists.
Management of the Studio Program includes: program development, communications, fundraising, event planning, daily management of space and related issues, support for the artists in the building, implementing and maintaining policy, organizing the intake and renewal process, management of the budget and studio fees, and organization of the annual Open Studios event.
The EFA Studio Program is one of three programs at EFA. The Director of the Studio Program reports directly to the Executive Director and works closely with the Program Directors of EFA Project Space, a multi-disciplinary art venue, and the Robert Blackburn Printmaking Workshop, a cooperative printmaking workspace. All three programs are housed in EFA's midtown Manhattan location.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will understand the creative process and be able to communicate with artists effectively. The ideal candidate will have the vision to lead the program and the problem solving skills to effectively address immediate issues. The ideal candidate will also be able to delineate the policies of the program with compassion and strength.
Must have excellent organizational, planning, interpersonal, management and leadership skills. Also needed: Superior written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with a diverse group of artists; Strong commitment to community building; An understanding of discretion and the ability to prioritize; Familiarity with accounting and budgets; Excellent problem solving skills; Proficiency with Microsoft office and design applications; Internet and social networking savvy; Understanding of FileMaker Pro a plus; Commitment to event related evening and weekend hours on occasion.
Beginning salary range $40,000 - $50,000 plus individual health insurance and monthly transit card.
Send cover letter, résumé to: opportunities@efanyc.org
FALL 2010 INTERNSHIPS
The Elizabeth Foundation for the Arts currently has internship positions available for Fall 2010. Located in Midtown Manhattan, EFA works to support the arts, locally, nationally and internationally, through programs that sustain and enhance the productive lives of individual artists of all disciplines.
EFA internships provide a unique opportunity to learn about contemporary art and artists, as well as to actively contribute to the creation of events and programs. Interns have the opportunity for involvement in all programs of EFA, which include a studio program, a printmaking workshop, and a project space.
EFA Studios is seeking enthusiastic and committed candidates for several intern positions. Individuals must be responsible, have strong computer skills, good communication skills and be able to multi-task. Duties include general program administration, generating print materials, assisting with marketing and development. Successful candidates will be amiable, professional, social, and confident. Interns should be comfortable working as a member of a team and work well with direction. Familiarity with contemporary art is preferable, as well as eagerness and interest in working with professional artists.
AVAILABLE INTERNSHIPS -
EFA Studios Program Internship:
EFA Studio Interns work closely with and provide assistance to the Directors of the Studio Program. Interns interact daily with member artists and assist with general operations of the Studio Program.
The EFA Studio Intern’s responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Provide assistant to the Directors; office administrative duties (including maintaining the Director’s calendar, arranging meetings, maintain the database, answering phones and taking messages, filing and answering general email inquiries); processing applications to the Studios Program; directly involved with processing artist move-ins and move-outs; interact directly with member artists on a daily basis; have the opportunity gain hands-on-experience in learning about arts administration in a New York based non-profit arts organization.
Proficiency in Mac applications; knowledge of Filemaker Pro and Adobe CS3/4 preferred.
Commitment: 2-4 days per week (preferably 4 days/week)
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Qualifications for all internships
Junior, Senior, or Graduate student with related major and/or interest in contemporary art. All applicants must be computer literate, have excellent oral and written communication skills, general research and office skills, be detail-oriented, and possess a desire to learn about contemporary art and arts administration. While all internships are unpaid, course credit can be arranged.
TO APPLY:
Please email your cover letter and résumé to: amelia@efanyc.org. Please include the days you will be available to work.
Due to the volume of applicants, we will not be able to respond individually to each applicant and will only be contacting those applicants that we feel best meet our criteria.