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PART-TIME GALLERY TEACHER
The J. Paul Getty Museum
Los Angeles, CA

Education Department
Requisition No. 3149

Part-time gallery teacher to teach the museum’s public programs, including but not limited to gallery talks, group and VIP tours, school lessons, teacher and family programs. Most teaching occurs in the galleries with original works of art. These programs are designed to foster an understanding of the museum collections and exhibitions and to encourage a greater appreciation of art and the creative process. Gallery teachers conduct research to generate lesson plans and public tours, and participate in staff education seminars when possible. Qualifications: BA in Museum Studies, Art History, or Studio Art with strong emphasis on art history or education required. MA or MFA preferred. Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills required. Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates highly preferred. 1 to 3 years prior teaching experience required. Weekend and some evening hours required as part of a 20-hour weekly schedule. Salary commensurate with experience. Please email cover letter and resume to: jobs@getty.edu indicate “Part-time Gallery Teacher” on subject line OR send cover letter and resume to send to the J. Paul Getty Trust, Attn: Human Resources/Electrician, 1200 Getty Center Drive, Suite 400, Los Angeles, CA 90049. No calls please. EOE.

Posted 06/25/2009

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING
The Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts at UC Davis
Davis, CA

The Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts at UC Davis announces a nationwide search for a Director of Marketing. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Marketing develops and implements integrated marketing campaigns which utilize innovative techniques to promote events and performances, the Mondavi Center as an arts presenter and resource, and UC Davis as the premier regional educational institution. Administers an annual budget of ~$1 million. Provides leadership in brand development, marketing vision and media sponsorship. Creates targeted campaigns to cultivate participation of varied audience constituencies. Administers design and production of promotional materials and press communications. Designs creative and sophisticated strategies to deepen audience relationship to new or difficult works. Coordinates with other MC units to promote quality customer service and maximize ticket sales.

Applicants should have experience overseeing sales-driven consumer marketing and public relation efforts in performing arts and/or higher education environment. Successful candidates will have knowledge of the major artists and art forms in theater, dance, music, and spoken word from a variety of cultures, as well as experience planning, buying, and creating print, broadcast, electronic, and outdoor advertisements. Experience with the conceptualization, writing, editing, design and production of complex printed materials, web sites and e-mail marketing campaigns also required. Must be willing to travel on behalf of the Mondavi Center and attend evening performances.

Compensation will range between $4,422-$7,517 per month depending on experience. A generous benefits package is included. For more information, or to apply see requisition #03000698. The position will remain open until filled, but for full consideration, apply by June 2, 2009.

The University of California, Davis is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Posted 05/27/09

OPERATIONS MANAGER
Trey McIntyre Project
Boise, ID

Description:

Trey McIntyre Project, an internationally touring contemporary ballet company, seeks an Operations Manager. This is a full-time position to be based in Boise, Idaho with extensive touring responsibilities through the United States and the world.

Position Summary:

The Operations Manager is chiefly responsible for coordinating efforts between presenters and TMP and serves as the primary point of contact for these organizations. The Operations Manager is the staff liaison to the TMP Board of Directors, and assists the Executive Director with communication efforts between the Board and Staff. The position also provides a broad range of administrative and management support to the organization, and plays a critical role in ensuring successful management of the company both while touring and at home in Boise, Idaho.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree.
  
• Experience in a high-energy atmosphere.
  
• A well-organized and efficient team player with a positive attitude able to execute responsibilities and multi-task under tight deadlines.
  
• Strong project management and administrative skills.
  
• Willing to work extended hours to fulfill job duties and expectations when required.
  
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to high quality work products.
  
• Excellent writing, editing and verbal communication skills.
  
• Ability to use good judgment in establishing priorities for independent work and in creating schedules for dancers, guest artists, staff and board members.
  
• Excellent relationship-building skills and demonstrated ability to enhance coordination and synergy among staff and dancers.
  
• Desire and ability to maintain a high standard of ethics and to uphold the organization’s policies in all job-related activities, especially with regard to confidential information.
  
• Strong computer and electronic communications skills.
  
• Ability to understand the goals of TMP’s vision and mission statement.
  
• Passion for the innovative advancement of the form of contemporary ballet in a non-profit environment.
  
• Valid passport, driver’s license, and clean driving record.

Posted 05/22/09

CLASSICAL MUSIC PUBLICIST
Los Angeles Philharmonic Association
Los Angeles, CA

DEPARTMENT:	Public Relations
SALARY GRADE:	Exempt
REPORTS TO:	Director of Public Relations
DIRECT REPORTS:	None
INTERACTS WITH:	All members of Public Relations Department
	All Media
	All LAPA Departments
	Musicians, Guest Artists

Statement of the job:

Working collaboratively within the Public Relations department, secure maximum coverage for the classical music events and liaison between the LAPA and the media in order to strategically promote assigned classical music and other programming activities and initiatives of the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association. These include the LAPA Winter Season at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, special Series, run outs, tours and internal initiatives such as educational programs, as needed.

Essential Functions:

• Plan, pitch and place stories in local and national print, broadcast and electronic media outlets (and international where appropriate). To pro-actively seek editorial coverage to raise the profile of the LAPA brand.
  
• Work year round on press exposure for the LAPA departmental projects and initiatives; act as liaison between assigned LAPA departments and PR staff; and facilitate other department’s informational needs.
  
• To establish, develop and maintain productive relations with a very wide range of national and specialist media, and with colleagues within the music industry.
  
• Work collaboratively with external public relations, producers, and promoters, record companies and broadcasters.
  
• Coordinate/facilitate interviews, including transportation of artists when needed.
  
• Write and edit press releases, media alerts, biographical information and other written materials, as assigned.
  
• Arrange and coordinate photo and video shoots for all LAPA venues including requests from outside parties.
  
• Work with LAPA musicians and guest artists’ representatives on assigned concert dates and special projects to maximize press exposure.
  
• Attend assigned concerts and handle media relations duty for all LAPA venues, as assigned.
  
• Work with PR staff on special events including galas, press conferences, press receptions, WDCH events and miscellaneous events as assigned.
  
• Other duties as assigned.

• Good classical music knowledge and interest required. The ideal candidate will have a desire to work with musicians and will also have knowledge of general music repertoire and artists including pop, world and theatre.
  
• 3+ years of progressive public relations experience with emphasis in classical music organizations
  
• Proven ability to work effectively with musicians and guest artists and to handle projects with minimal supervision.
  
• Strong classical music repertoire knowledge is required.
  
• Creative, innovative thinker with an excellent sense of the local and national media plus some international knowledge.
  
• Impeccable writing and communication skills
  
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills in conjunction with excellent formal and informal presentation skills.
  
• Good critical thinking skills and ability to deliver and sustain high quality productivity in a fast paced event driven environment.
  
• Diplomacy.
  
• Undergraduate degree in music, arts marketing, or journalism preferred or equivalent experience.

Posted 05/22/09

PERFORMING ARTS MANAGER
City of Lancaster
Lancaster Performing Arts Center
Lancaster, CA

Salary $70,272 - $ 96,732 Annually, DOQ
Plus City-paid 401(a) plan (12% of base pay)


The City of Lancaster (California) is seeking a highly motivated, self-confident, creative, innovative and experienced individual to fill this mid-management position with our Parks, Recreation & Arts Department.

The ideal candidate will plan, organize, direct and supervise the Lancaster Performing Arts Center (LPAC) and activities, book quality season performance schedules and provide overall artistic direction for the theater; provide highly responsible and technical staff assistance, and perform a variety of other professional tasks as required.

This position requires a minimum of four years of increasingly responsible arts and cultural program administration experience in organized arts and cultural activities, with some supervisory experience. A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in recreation, administration, theater arts, or closely related field is required.

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