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January 2009

   Employment

Financial Officer, The Arts Center, St. Petersburg, FL.  Reports to the Executive Director.  Supervises the accounting and finance functions of the center, directs financial activities by overseeing and preparing reports that summarize and forecast business activity and financial position in areas of revenue, expenses and earnings.  Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from an accredited college/university required, advanced degree preferred.  At least five years in progressively more responsible accounting positions.  Certified and bonded as a Notary Public in the State of Florida.  For detailed information, e-mail Mich Sullivan at mich@theartscenter.org.

Chief Development Officer, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater, FL.  Individual will be responsible to plan, direct and organize the development functions of the organization in order to achieve strategic fundraising goals.  Will work closely with the President and CEO to develop and implement a major capital campaign, including solicitation of major gifts.  Provide leadership, support, training and direction for the development staff.  E-mail resume and salary requirements to Dvermeer@rutheckerdhall.net.  For job description, visit http://www.rutheckerdhall.com/about_the_center/employment.cfm.

Executive Director, First Night, St. Petersburg, FL.  Will lead fundraising efforts and help raise the public profile of the annual New Year's Eve celebration.  Responsible for day-to-day general administration of the organization, including staff supervision, budgeting, expense control, income generation, board and committee development, community relations and long-range planning.  The director also provides direction and leadership for the achievement of organizational goals in accordance with the policies, procedures and standards established by the Board.  Must possess a four-year degree or commensurate experience.  Strong verbal, written and presentation skills are a must.  For detailed job description, e-mail firstnightstpete@verizon.net, Attn: Executive Director Search Committee. 

The Virginia Arts Festival, Norfolk, VA, has an opening for a vibrant person to fill the position of Education Director who will be responsible for cultivating and maintaining partnerships with public and private school systems and community groups.  This key organizational position will also coordinate all activities associated with year-round in-school programs, student matinees and the John Duffy Composers Institute.  Full-time.  Send resume, cover letter and references to Roxanne Sweeney, 220 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510.

1/6/2009 Deadline.  Director of Marketing and Development, Traveling Players Ensemble (TPE), Great Falls, VA.  Individual works with the Founder/Producing Artistic Director to grow the efforts of organization’s marketing and fundraising initiatives and support its vision and mission.  This is a rare experience for someone to take part in the transition of an arts organization from a start-up to a sustainable company.  The full-time position is responsible for planning, development and implementation of marketing, community relations and fundraising operations of TPE.  Must possess previous experience.  M.A. in Arts Management a plus.  For further information, call Jeanne Harrison, Producing Artistic Director at 703.987.1712 or e-mail jeharrison@travelingplayers.org.

1/31/2009 Deadline.  Dancers, Dance Revue, Miami Beach, FL.  A new and exciting upscale dance revue is scheduled to open in the fall 2009 in a prestigious location in Miami Beach, FL.  Young, enthusiastic and artistic dancers willing to commit to six performances per week are invited.  Only 12 highly talented dancers will be selected.  Young graduates from ballet schools are strongly encouraged to apply.  Qualifications include professionalism and maturity, dance technique and style, ability to pick up dance choreography quickly, strong teamwork skills, physical fitness and personal appearance.  Full-time.  For further information, call 786.314.6139 or e-mail szymanska8@gmail.com.

The following positions are available at the Arkansas Arts Center, Little Rock, AR.  Send cover letter and resume to the Business Office, P.O. Box 2137, Little Rock, AR 72203-2137, fax 501.396.0395 or e-mail personnel@arkarts.com.  For further information, visit http://www.arkarts.com/general/job_opps/.

Curator of Contemporary Craft and Sculpture.  An experienced specialist in academic disciplines related to contemporary craft and sculpture collections with a Master's Degree or equivalent in an art-related field is needed for the care of scholarly interpretation of all objects in the collections or loans to the Arts Center.  The curator also organizes, in collaboration with the Deputy Director of Programming, the contemporary craft exhibition program.  Excellent administrative, organizational and communication skills are required.  Excellent benefits.

Curator of Education.  An experienced museum professional with a Master's Degree or equivalent in an art related field is needed to direct and coordinate a broad-based education program that supports exhibitions and collections in a variety of formats.  Excellent administrative, organizational and communication skills are required.  Excellent benefits.

Circus Sarasota, FL, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) performing arts and education organization, is seeking an experienced Lighting Designer/Director for its 2009 performance season (1/8-4/3/2009).  Responsible for creating and executing lighting plot for a one ring, European style, world-class circus production.  Nine shows per week.  Contractor agreement.  Will operate lighting console during performances and oversee a three-member crew.  College degree or equivalent professional training required.  Send cover letter and resume to Pedro Reis, 8251 15^th Street E., Sarasota, FL 34243 or for detailed information, call 941.355.9335. 

The following positions are available at the Chrysler Museum of Art, Norfolk, VA.  To apply, send curriculum vitae, three professional references and a writing sample to Binnie McLaughlin, Human Resources Manager, 245 W. Olney Road, Norfolk, VA 23510 or e-mail hr@chrysler.org.

Curator of Photography and Contemporary Art.  Reports to the Chief Curator.  Holds primary responsibility for the preservation, study, display, interpretation and development of the Museum's 4,000-object collection of Photography and its emerging collection of post-20^th century art.  Must have an advanced degree with major studies in the decorative arts (M.A. minimum, Ph.D. preferred), with at least three years of museum experience, demonstrated proficiency in art historical research, ability to interpret collections for the educational and aesthetic enjoyment of the public.  For detailed job description, visit http://www.chrysler.org/documents/Photography-Contempoary-Art-Curator.pdf.

Curator of Decorative Arts.  Reports to the Chief Curator.  Holds primary responsibility for the preservation, study, display, interpretation and development of the Museum's collection of European and American Decorative Arts and also will oversee the collections housed at the Moses Myers House.  Must have an advanced degree with major studies in the decorative arts (M.A. minimum, Ph.D. preferred), with at least three years of museum experience, demonstrated proficiency in art historical research and an ability to interpret collections for the educational and aesthetic enjoyment of the public.  For detailed job description, visit http://www.chrysler.org/documents/Dec-Arts-Curator.pdf.

Adventure Theatre, the longest running Children's Theatre in the Washington, D.C. area, is seeking a full-time Director of Development.  Position available immediately.  Responsible for planning, development and implementation of all fundraising strategies, including all institutional and individual giving campaigns through grant writing and annual fund mail-outs.  Fundraising experience and strong writing and people skills are a must.  Full medical, dental and vision insurance available.  Send resume and cover letter with salary requirements and writing samples to Michael P. Sandner, Adventure Theatre, 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, MD 20812 or e-mail msandner@adventuretheatre.org.  For further information, visit http://www.adventuretheatre.org/opportunity.html.

Public Relations Coordinator, Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, Miami, FL.  Works closely with the Public Relations Manager providing support to forward the Center’s public relations strategy and actively participates in the marketing and public relations activities.  Associate’s Degree or higher in marketing, public relations or communication, 2-3 years public relations experience and related internship in a support position, bilingual (English/Spanish), Portuguese a plus.  For detailed information, visit www.arshtcenter.org.

Program Director.  The Center for Fine Art Photography, Fort Collins, CO.  Responsible for the ongoing development and management of the Center's educational and exhibition programs, schedules exhibitions, educational programs, plays a key role in the Center’s community outreach efforts and more.  Minimum requirements include MFA, photography or photography concentration, 3 years experience teaching photography, curatorial responsibility and successful grant writer.  For detailed job descriptions and further information, visit http://www.c4fap.org/employment.asp.

Gallery Director, Atlanta Photography Gallery, Atlanta, GA.  The Director will manage both the artistic and business sides of this unique new photography gallery in Atlanta.  Seeking someone with at least 3-5 years in a similar capacity.  Salary $50,000-$70,000 plus benefits.  For further information, e-mail george@olksearch.com.

Grants Officer, Round House Theatre, Silver Springs, MD.  This position oversees the corporate, foundation and government giving program - actively pursues new revenue streams, works under the supervision of the Director of Development, identifying, cultivating and soliciting prospective corporate, foundation and government funders, collaborates with Producing Artistic Director and Director of Development to develop proposals, budgets and written material that highlight and summarize the work of the theatre and more.  Bachelor’s Degree and one+ years of relevant experience, superior communication, organizational skills and attention to detail.  Must be available to work nights and weekends.  E-mail cover letter, resume and writing sample to jobs@roundhousetheatre.org. For further information, call 240.644.1099 or visit http://www.roundhousetheatre.org.

Director of Development, The Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras (BYSO), Boston, MA.  Reporting to the Executive Director, individual is responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation and close of $750,000 to $1M in revenue annually in support of BYSO’s annual operations and capital expenses for individuals, corporations, foundations and government agencies.  Responsible for planning and implementation of an upcoming $2M capital campaign and long term $6M endowment campaign and more.  Bachelor’s Degree required and five years of progressive fund raising experience in a related organization with a proven track record in major gifts.  Occasional travel is required.  Send cover letter and resume to Catherine Weiskel, Executive Director, 855 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215 or e-mail CWeiskel@bu.edu.  For detailed information, visit http://www.bysoweb.org/pages/430_jobs.cfm.

The Art Consulting Group, Inc. seeks interest or candidate recommendations to fill the Artistic Director position at the New Jersey Youth Symphony, New Providence, NJ.  Working with the Executive Director and the Board of Trustees, will be responsible for the overall music and education programs.  Oversees seven conductors who guide ensembles that perform over 40 regular and outreach concerts annually and more.  Master’s of Music Degree required and a Doctorate in Music Education or related discipline preferred with performance and conducting experience in the symphonic field.  Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience and a comprehensive benefit package.  Initial cover letter, resume and demonstrable accomplishments to Lee Kappelman, Vice President, Arts Consulting Group, Inc., 1718 M Street N.W, Suite 283, Washington, DC 20036 or fax 202.742.5965.  For further information and complete job description, call 202.478.5306, e-mail njys@artsconsulting.com or visit http://www.njys.org/pdfs/Artistic_Director_Job_Descr.pdf. 

Director of Exhibits and Education, Amazement Square, The Rightmire Children’s Museum, Lynchburg, VA.  Responsible for planning, development, implementation and day-to-day management of the museum’s exhibits and will play an important role on the leadership team for the museum’s upcoming capital campaign.  Minimum of five years’ experience in the museum field with a graduate degree in art, art history, the humanities or education.  For detailed information, visit http://www.amazementsquare.org/DirectorofExhibitsEducation.pdf.

The TECO Children's Gallery of Art at the Children's Board of Hillsborough County, Tampa, FL, will be working in 2009 on a special project.  They are currently seeking dancers, musicians and visual Artists for collaborations with students for a special program in Hillsborough County.  E-mail resume and examples of work to Paula Allen, Director, at pallen@childrensboard.org.

Creative Clay, St. Petersburg, FL, is accepting applications for a full time Retail/Web Design professional.  Duties include development of online and gallery retail business, light accounting and bookkeeping and job skill transfer to individuals attending their programs who are diagnosed with a disability.  Must possess excellent communication skills and be prepared to work in a challenging but rewarding nonprofit arts environment.  Generous benefits package with 100% paid health insurance.  Interested candidates should forward their resume, vitae and a cover letter to grace@creativeclay.org.

Creative Clay, St. Petersburg, FL, is seeking applications for part-time Guest Artists to teach their area of expertise to member artists attending their arts programs.  Forward resumes to jenny@creativeclay.org.  For further information, visit www.creativeclay.org.

Fellowships/Grants/Scholarships

Grant Proposal Writing Tips, The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), Washington, D.C.  This publication is an easy guide to the basic elements of grant proposal writing and is offered to assist applicants to CPB and to other funding sources.  It offers guideposts to help you through each stage of the process.  These guideposts are transferable to a variety of grant applications.  However, applicants are encouraged to carefully read the guidelines written for each grant selected.  For further information, visit http://www.cpb.org/grants/grantwriting.html. 

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and Grant Writing USA invite you to attend a grant writing workshop in St. Petersburg, FL, on 1/15-16/2009.  This workshop is applicable to city, county and state agencies as well as nonprofit organizations, K-12, colleges and universities.  Checks, cards and purchase orders are welcome.  Multi-enrollment discounts are available.  For detailed information, call 800.814.8191 or visit http://GrantWritingUSA.com.

The National Geographic Society/Waitt (GS/Waitt) Grants Program, helps qualified and experienced individuals launch the most difficult stage of a project for which to secure funding—the search.  Grants are made for exploratory fieldwork that holds promise for new breakthroughs in the natural and social sciences.  Applications are processed throughout the year and grants are awarded expeditiously to help researchers take advantage of immediate opportunities.  For detailed information, visit http://www.nationalgeographic.com/field/grants-programs/waitt-grants.html.

National Geographic All Roads Film Project Seed Grants for Indigenous Filmmakers were created to provide an international platform for indigenous and underrepresented minority-culture artists.  The program funds film projects by and about indigenous and underrepresented minority-culture filmmakers year-round and from all reaches of the globe.  The program seeks filmmakers who bring their lives and communities to light through first-person storytelling.  Submission deadlines are quarterly on the 15th of March, June, September, and December.  Award notifications are made approximately six weeks after each of these dates.  For further information and application, visit www.nationalgeographic.com.

Princess Grace Foundation-USA, New York, NY, 2008 Awards in Theater, Playwriting, Dance, Choreography, and Film.  The foundation is dedicated to identifying and assisting emerging artists in theater, dance and film and awards grants to individual artists across the United States.  There are various deadlines for 2009.  Scholarships and general operating support to organizations are awarded.  For further information, visit www.pgfusa.org.

Ongoing.  Visual Art Grants (International), The Pollock-Krasner Foundation, Inc., New York, NY.  Grants aid individuals who have worked as professional artists over a significant period of time.  Visual artists who are painters or sculptors and artists who work on paper, including printmakers are eligible applicants.  For further information, e-mail grants@pkf.org or visit http://www.pkf.org/grant.html.

Ongoing.  The Getty Foundation - Cataloguing of Museum Collections Grants (International), Los Angeles, CA.  Funding supports full scholarly research and documentation of one or more distinct groups of objects in a museum's permanent collection by experienced scholars.  Support is also available for the publication costs of catalogues.  Museums and other nonprofit organizations are eligible applicants.  For further information, visit http://www.getty.edu/grants/research/institutions/cataloguing.html.

The next deadline for the Individual Artist Fellowship Program will be 6/1/2009 for artists in the following disciplines: Visual Arts and Media Arts.  For further information, visit http://www.florida-arts.org/.

OASIS IS HERE!  Time to set up your profiles!  The Division of Cultural Affairs, Tallahassee, FL.  The new Online Information System is now live on the web.  OASIS is the mechanism by which individuals will apply for funding from the Division.  To access the system, individuals should visit the Division's website at www.florida-arts.org and click on the OASIS link on the Home Page.  Anyone who wishes to interact with the Division (either for information

or grant applications) should SET UP AN INDIVIDUAL PROFILE.  There are detailed instructions available on the OASIS Support Site at http://www.florida-arts.org/oasis/.  The Florida Artistlink e-mail list will remain the same.  You will, however, be responsible for updating contact information, etc., for all grant applications through the OASIS system.

OPEN DEADLINE.  The George Sugarman Foundation, Novato, CA, makes grants available for artists in need of financial assistance.  Award amounts are open, but the artist must provide a budget for the amount requested.  For further information, contact the George Sugarman Foundation, 448 Ignacio Boulevard, Novato, CA 94949, call 415.713.8167 or e-mail ardensugarman@hotmail.com.

OPEN DEADLINE.  Fulbright grants are available for artists for 2-6 weeks to lecture and research abroad.  No application fee.  Stipends are available.  Contact the Fulbright Senior Specialist Program, Council for International Exchange of Scholars, 3007 Tilden Street N.W., Suite 5L, Washington, DC 20008-3009, call 202.686.7877, e-mail apprequest@cies.iie.org or visit http://www.cies.org.

Google Grants - In-Kind Advertising Services to Nonprofits (National).  The Google Grants Program supports organizations sharing its philosophy of community service to help the world in areas such as science and technology, education, global public health, the environment, youth advocacy and the arts.  501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations are eligible.  Grant amount is at least 3 months of in-kind free AdWords advertising.  For further information, visit http://www.google.com/grants.

MetLife Foundation, Long Island City, NY.  Support in the Areas of Health, Civic Affairs, Education, Culture and Public Broadcasting(National).  Open Deadline.  MetLife Foundation makes contributions only to organizations that have been granted exemption from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.  For further information visit http://www.metlife.com/Applications/Corporate/WPS/CDA/PageGenerator/0,1674,P296,00.html.

Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Fellowship.  The John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation provides fellowships for advanced professionals in all fields (natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, creative arts) except the performing arts.  Fellowships are not available for students.  The Foundation only supports individuals.  It does not make grants to institutions or organizations.  For further information and application, write to the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, 90 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016, e-mail fellowships@gf.org or visit http://www.gf.org/.

National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is an independent grant-making agency of the United States government dedicated to supporting research, education, preservation and public programs in the humanities.  Grants are offered in the following categories:  Challenge Grants, Education Programs, Preservation and Access, Public Programs, Research Programs and Federal/State Partnerships.  For deadlines and applications, visit www.neh.gov/grants.

The Sundance Documentary Fund (SDF) is dedicated to supporting U.S. and international documentary films and videos focused on current and significant issues and movements in contemporary human rights, freedom of expression, social justice, and civil liberties.  The Fund only accepts projects dealing with contemporary issues.  Two categories will be considered for funding – development funds and works in progress.  SDF works on a rolling submission basis.  For further information, visit www.sundance.org.

Grant Assistance available.  The Artists' Fellowship, New York, NY, assists professional fine artists (painters, graphic artists, sculptors) and their families in times of emergency, disability or bereavement.  Assistance is given without expectation of repayment.  Last year, approximately $200,000 was granted.  Contact the foundation at 646.230.9833 or visit www.artistsfellowship.com.

Mid-Career Artist Grants.  The Adolph & Esther Gottlieb Foundation, New York, NY, provides individual support grants to artists with a minimum of 20 years in a mature phase.  Last year 12 grants of $25,000 each were awarded.  The Foundation also manages a grant program for emergencies to assist artists suffering from catastrophic emergency who have a minimum of ten years in a mature phase.  Grant amounts range up to $10,000.  Written requests are required for either category.  Mail to The Gottlieb Foundation, 380 W. Broadway, New York, NY 10012.  For more information, visit www.gottliebfoundation.org.

Pollock-Krasner Foundation, Inc. was established for the sole purpose of providing financial assistance to individual working artists of established ability.  Painters, sculptors, mixed media, installation artists and artists who work on paper may apply.  Grants range from $1,000 to $30,000.  Artists of all disciplines are assisted with medical, living or other expenses with emergency grants of $100-$500.  Contact PKF, 863 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10021, fax 212.288.2836, e-mail grants@pkf.org or visit www.pkf.org.  Zocklein & Associates provide Grant Writing and Resource Development Workshops.  For dates, locations and other information call 800.371.5703 or visit www.zockgrant.com.

Xerox, www.freecolorprinters.com, makes color printers available to small businesses, nonprofits, government agencies, churches and educational institutions through an online application.

Getty Visual Arts Fellowships.  The J. Paul Getty Trust invites applications for graduate student fellowships in visual arts.  Visit www.getty.edu/grants/education.

The number one goal at GrantsAlert.com is to make life a little easier for those who devote their time to searching for education grants and identifying new funding opportunities for their organizations, schools, districts, consortia and state education agencies.  They provide teachers, schools and related organizations with free access to up-to-date announcements of corporate, foundation, state and federal education funding opportunities.  For further information, visit http://grantsalert.com/.

Conferences/Seminars/Workshops/Competitions

National Dance Association (NDA), Reston, VA, in partnership with Manatee School for the Arts (MSA), Palmetto, FL, presents the National Dance Standards ‘Page-to-Stage’ Musical Theatre Workshop! on 1/17-18/2009.  The ins-and-outs of production will all be explored.  Learn how to manipulate follow-spots, recycle costumes and make quick changes, plus much more!  Discover the wonderful opportunities musical theatre provides to collaborate with dancers, vocalists, directors, technicians and musicians!  Become skilled at networking with friends and colleagues who share your forever-heart-pounding passion for musicals!  Open to all who love musical theatre.  Visit http://iweb.aahperd.org/iweb/LogIn/login.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fiweb%2fConference%2fRegistrationProcessOverview.aspx%3fid%3d16&id=16 to register online or http://www.aahperd.org/nda/pdf_files/gottaSing_registration.pdf for mail-in registration.

Adult Ecology Workshop Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL, 2/6/2009.  Enjoy a workshop perfect for those wanting to learn more about focused topics in natural history along with the pros.  Hands-on field and laboratory investigations teach ecology, use of taxonomic keys and techniques.  Budding naturalists are welcome as are those wanting to improve their current skills.  Admission is $40 person and space is limited.  For further information, call 727.453.6800.

Building Creative Futures, the University of West Florida Department of Art, Pensacola, FL, Summer Workshop, 7/5-7/11/2009.  The Workshop is a unique professional development opportunity for art educators.  The program is designed as a platform to connect professional art educators from all over the country.  Here they come together to share concepts regarding applying new approaches to classroom settings, while striving to create a personal body of work within

a stimulating studio environment.  After the BCF Workshop, art teachers go back to their classrooms equipped with new skills and tools to inspire young, creative minds.  For detailed information, visit http://www.uwf.edu/BCFworkshop/.

Key West Literary Seminar–Historical Fiction, Key West, FL.  1/8-18/2009.  For centuries, writers of fiction have employed historical events, people and settings to create dazzling literary landscapes-narratives fraught with possibility, improbability and inventive delight.  The 2009 Seminar will bring together world-renowned writers of historical fiction and noted historians to talk about their journeys into the past (real and imagined) and to explore and share their many ways of knowing and understanding what has come before.  For registration information, call 1.888.293.9291

or visit http://www.keywestliteraryseminar.org/lit/sem_2009/.

Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, Gatlinburg, TN, is a nationally renowned center of contemporary arts and crafts education.  One week and weekend workshops are offered in the fall.  Areas of study include ceramics, fibers, metals/jewelry, painting, drawing, photography, warm glass, woodturning, woodworking, sculpture, and book and paper arts.  Artist residencies, assistantships, work-study, scholarships, community outreach, conferences and music programs contribute to Arrowmont’s mission of “enriching lives through art.” 

For further information, visit http://www.arrowmont.org/.

New workshops start every month at the Venue Actors Studio, 5124 9^th Avenue N., St. Petersburg.  For the current schedule, visit http://venueactorstudio.org or call 727.321.6531 for a brochure.

Documentary Film Workshops, http://der.org/services/workshops.  Sign up for one-on-one tutorials or weekend workshops on Funding, Selling or Editing the Documentary.  Tutorials and workshops are held in MA.  Call 800.569.6621.

Apprenticeships/Internships/Residencies

1/15/2009 Deadline.  Applicants Sought For 2009 Artist-in-Residence Program, Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, ME.  This program offers professional writers, composers and all visual and performing artists the opportunity to pursue their particular art form while surrounded by the inspiring landscape of the park.  Artists are also asked to participate in one public program per week of their residency such as demonstrations, talks, exploratory hikes or performances.  In the fall, artists work with 4-8 grade students.  Programs can be tailored to your medium, interests, and experiences.  For detailed information and application, visit www.nps.gov/acad/supportyourpark/artistinresidence.htm.

Dramaturg/Literary Internship, Hippodrome State Theatre, Gainesville, FL.  Participate as part of the Hippodrome State Theatre's Artistic Team by supporting and working with the Resident Dramaturg.  Work directly with the Dramaturg on research for upcoming productions, assist with script research and acquisition, assist in all tasks relating to Senior Playwright Festival, assist the Dramaturg and Artistic Director on setting up auditions/other administrative duties relating to the artistic department and assist in other artistic/literary responsibilities as determined.  For further information, e-mail internships@thehipp.org or visit http://www.thehipp.org/intern/artisticliterary.php.

Artist in Residency.  The Everglades National Park, Homestead, FL, artist-in-residency program offers visual artists and writers the opportunity to live and work in the unique environment of the Everglades.  Application deadlines are ongoing and will be reviewed several times during the year.  For further information, call the Artist In Residence Coordinator at 305.242.7700 or visit http://www.nps.gov/ever/supportyourpark/artistinresidence.htm.

Winter/Spring Internships.  Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival, Beckett, MA, is now accepting intern applications for the Artist Services, Archives, Business, Marketing (Public Relations, Graphic Design), Education, General Management, and Development departments.  For further information, visit http://www.jacobspillow.org/home/employment.asp.

Internships.  The Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras (BYSO), Boston, MA, one of the country's finest youth orchestras, is seeking interns to work in the Development, Marketing and Operations departments.  Internships offer high school and college students a meaningful work experience.  Responsible and enthusiastic applicants encouraged to apply and must have basic computer skills to qualify.  For further information, call 617.353.3348.

Each year Asolo Repertory Theatre, Sarasota, FL, welcomes interns from all over the country.  Internships are available in development, educational outreach, dramaturgy, directing, theatre administration, marketing and public relations, stage management and development and grant writing.  Interns work under the guidance of theatre professionals in a supportive, professional environment.  Internships are available during the academic year and over the summer.  Most include a stipend and/or housing.  For detailed information, visit www.asolo.org/AsoloRep/Employment/tabid/93/Default.aspx.

Elsewhere Artist Collaborative is a nonprofit arts production site, museum and residency program set in a converted thrift store (housing a 58-year collection of cultural objects) in downtown Greensboro, NC.  Artists, scholars, writers and creators are invited to create works within a three story former thrift store where nothing is for sale.  Join in the creation of experimental works and aesthetic play, re-imagining the role of context and collaboration within art practices.  For further information, visit http://www.elsewhereelsewhere.org/.

Marketing Intern.  Virginia Arts Festival, Norfolk, VA, is seeking individuals who are pursuing a degree in Media Communications or the Performing Arts specializing in Public Relations, Advertising or Journalism with a career orientation or personal interest in the arts.  Non-paid internship opportunity offers hands-on experience in a variety of areas related to the performing arts, marketing and public relations.  Candidates must have strong organizational skills, be self-starting and handle a variety of tasks simultaneously.  For detailed information, e-mail kharlan@vafest.org or visit http://www.virginiaartsfest.com/.

Internship Opportunities at the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), Washington, D.C.  Undergraduate and graduate students and other volunteers who would like to gain work experience at the NEAare invited to apply. Interns are accepted throughout the year in many of the Arts Endowment's offices on a non-paid basis.  This internship offers a national overview of arts activities across the country. Interns work in assisting the staff with varied tasks related to the process of awarding Federal grants.  For detailed information, visithttp://www.arts.gov/about/Jobs/Internships.html.

The Kimmel Harding Nelson Center for the Arts, Nebraska City, NE, offers up to fifty juried residencies per year to working artists from across the country and around the world.  Residencies are awarded to visual artists, writers, composers, interdisciplinary artists and arts or arts education scholars.  They are available for two, four, six or eight-week stays.  Each resident receives a $100 stipend per week, free housing, and a separate studio.  The Center can house up to five artists at any given time.  For further information, call 402.874.9600 or visit www.KHNCenterfortheArts.org.

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Internship Program, Washington, D.C., offers highly motivated individuals the instruction and experience needed to be successful in today’s complex performing arts environment.  There are approximately 20 full-time placements in advertising, development, education, press, programming, production, technology and the National Symphony Orchestra.  Interns receive a weekly stipend of $225 to help defray housing and transportation costs.  For further information, visit http://www.kennedy-center.org/education/artsmanagement/internships/home.cfm.

Internships.  Hippodrome State Theatre, Gainesville, FL.  Theatre intern positions and variable length internships are available yearly, by semester, during the summer and on a per-show basis.  Internships provide invaluable experience in the areas of lighting and sound design, theatre management, grant writing and theatre education.  After a short time as an intern at the Hippodrome, experience far more useful than formal education is realized, allowing the possibilities of advanced employment after as little as 3 months in an intern position.  For further information, visit http://thehipp.org/intern/.

American Stage, St. Petersburg, FL, is currently accepting applications for Internships in Arts Administration, Education, Directing, Scenic/Technical, Costumes and Stage Management.  The program will provide a professional training experience for Performing Arts majors, recent graduates or those interested in pursuing a career in professional theatre.  College credit may also be available.  Applicants must have solid computer experience, demonstrate a strong interest in furthering their professional development and a commitment to working in a regional theatre.  For further information, contact Julie Rowe, Director of Education at 727.823.1600,

ext. 201 or e-mail julierowe@americanstage.org.

The St. Petersburg Clay Company (SPCC), St. Petersburg, FL, is accepting applications for its Artist-in-Residence Program.  Those selected for the one-year program will be required to work at least 12 hours a week at SPCC.  In exchange, residents receive 24-hour access to the facilities, discounted firings, display space for finished work, teaching opportunities, free admission to workshops and studio space.  Applications are accepted year-round.  For further information, call 727.896.2529 or visit www.stpeteclay.com.

Arts in Learning Internship.  VSA arts and its affiliated organizations are committed to increasing education opportunities and outcomes for people with disabilities across the United States and around the world.  Efforts are supported by funds provided through the U.S. Department of Education under the No Child Left Behind Act.  Internship will focus on supporting the research and evaluation efforts of VSA arts.  Must be senior college-level or graduate student.  Persons with disabilities and minorities are encouraged to apply.  Salary based on experience and education level.  For more information, e-mail katies@vsarts.org.

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Helping bring order to the world of art.  Fine Art Registry® provides a unique, patented, high technology tagging and registration system for artists, collectors, galleries and museums, to help ensure authenticity and provide accurate provenance for works of art and all valuable collectibles.  Members have their own online art gallery and artist portfolio, and can offer their art and collectibles for sale.  Fine Art Registry takes no commission for these sales.  For further information, visit www.fineartregistry.com.

Creative Capital Foundation Grants.  Creative Capital, a New York City-based nonprofit organization, acts as a catalyst for the development of adventurous and imaginative ideas by supporting artists who pursue innovation in form and/or content in the performing and visual arts, film and video, and in emerging fields.  They work in partnership with the artists they fund, providing advisory services and professional development assistance along with multi-faceted financial aid and promotional support throughout the life of each project.  For further information, visit http://creative-capital.org/index.html

Artists Registry.com, connects Florida artists together with galleries, museums and arts organizations as well as placing their artwork before the eyes of thousands of art collectors, worldwide.  The website provides portfolios of artwork along with listings of artists, galleries, museums and art organizations.  A message board features upcoming events and discussions about art and artists.  Artists present Portfolios of Artwork.  Original paintings and sculpture, ceramics and giclee prints make a unique gift or a valued addition to your collection.  For further information, visit http://www.floridaartistsregistry.com/.

Art in Embassies Program.  Established by the United States Department of State in 1964, the Art in Embassies Program is a global museum that exhibits original works of art by U.S. citizens in the public rooms of approximately 180 American diplomatic residences worldwide.  For application information, e-mail artinembassies@state.gov or visit http://aiep.state.gov/.

Cyber Art Learning - A state of the art online art school.  Time to paint like a pro!  Your paintings will become more beautiful with the help of live and interactive online art classes.  We will show you the improvements on your artwork - not just tell you about them.  Listen and see our online lectures and learn from leading artists.  Watch our instructors paint live in the super webcam right on your screen.  For further information, visit http://cyberartlearning.com.