Professional fiber artist Kathleen Weir-West is looking for an assistant to help with set-up, tear-down, and other tasks as she exhibits in this year’s Ann Arbor Street Art Fair.
Days & Hours:
Tuesday, July 14, 2009: 11 AM - 6 PM
Saturday, July 19, 2009: 5 AM – 8 PM
If you are interested please contact Kathleen Weir-West: Bramblesltd@msn.com , or (828) 698-0165.
The University Record, U-M’s weekly faculty and staff newspaper, has opportunities for student internships. The writing intern will cover campus events and contribute editorial content each week. Should be a self-starter and prepared to bring story ideas to weekly meetings. Strong reporting, writing and organizational skills desired, as well as familiarity with Microsoft Office. Design experience preferred but not required. The marketing internship will involve advertising sales, Web maintenance, newspaper layout and related duties. Must be enrolled as a U-M student for the duration of the internship. The positions are funded for 10 hours per week at $10 per hour. Reply with resume, cover letter and samples of design work to toddmck@umich.edu.
Job Requirements: Strong reporting, writing and organizational skills desired, as well as familiarity with Microsoft Word and Adobe Creative Suite (for the marketing internship). Familiarity with Macintosh computers is a plus.
Merging print and new media, LEAD is an authority on student living. With a commitment to sophistication, wit, charm, and visual appeal, our editorial presents the stories of Michigan’s leaders at their best, while reflecting the interests of college students. Through online journalism and a biannual print publication, LEAD aims to uncover the urban, fashion-forward, yet accessible lifestyle our readers aspire to Lead.
LEAD Magazine, a new student organization, is seeking students who would like to get involved. Are you a web designer? Are you a photographer? Do you do Graphic Arts? Do you have creative ideas about student living and fashion?
If you’re around Ann Arbor during the summer or interested in joining us in the fall, please Contact Leadboard@umich.edu
How do you go from struggling, emerging or even semi-established artist to selling a complete show for $198 million? It’s a big art world out there, but maybe this is one place to start!
Magical Elves (Peabody Award-winning Project Runway, Emmy Award-winning Top Chef) and Sarah Jessica Parker (Golden Globe- and Emmy Award-winner) and her production company, Pretty Matches, are teaming up for an hour-long creative competition series among aspiring contemporary artists who will create and compete to conquer the art world!
Job Description
Program Assistants will work with student volunteers and University Unions Arts and Programs staff to provide advisement, assistance and leadership in the creation, planning, development, marketing and implementation of student events and programs.
One opening exists in the office for a program assistant interested in working with exhibitions. Program assistants will work with students and staff to provide assistance and leadership in the creation, planning, development, marketing and implementation of student organization, professional and student art exhibits. Program Assistants will assist with set-up and breakdown of exhibits. Exhibits are located in all three University Unions.
Work Study Justification (Work Study is preferred)
Leadership, peer advising, team building/human relations, decision making, student program management and creative skills, marketing, organization
Requirements
Position is for current U of M students only. Experience in successfully developing, planning and/or hosting student-initiated activities is desirable. Experience in superior guest services is a plus. Must be able to work well with diverse groups, have strong communication skills, demonstrate a positive attitude, and a strong ability to trouble shoot situations, be responsible, organized, dependable, and willing to take initiative. Must be willing to work evenings and weekends for programs and afternoons for office hours, averaging 10 hours per week during Fall and Winter semesters.
Please send resume to Karla Robinson zinn@umich.edu
Fogged Clarity seeks a shrewd and relentless individual to be an advocate for the arts and our journal. One hears the word self-starter quite often when reading job requirements. We hate to be cliché, but that is exactly what we need. We need an asset, not a weight. We get things done and get them done efficiently. We need someone who is fully aware of the way we operate and who can acclimate and contribute quickly. It is imperative that our intern be able to meld eloquence and pragmatism in their writing, as they will be corresponding with managers, publicists, and members of our artistic community. Our ideal candidate would be a writing major with an interest and passion for marketing.
Major Duties: Assists in development and enhancement of the consumer education section of ftc.gov and other sites managed by the FTC. Produces attractive, professional, and effective online educational products and microsites for a wide range of consumer and business education topics. The person in this job works with DCBE and Bureau staff to understand goals and challenges of assigned projects. The person in this job then provides creative, conceptual approaches and recommendations. He or she is involved in all phases of campaign development and execution, including strategy, design, and development. He or she uses a variety of software programs to design and produce multi-media outreach pieces (Adobe Suite, XHTML, Javascript, CSS). He or she often works under tight deadlines and manages multiple projects.
Click here for full details and to apply
Deadline is July 17, 2009
3, 4 Women Productions is shooting an independent feature film in Ann Arbor, Michigan this August through the first week of September. Looking for crew that will/ can work as locals in the Ann Arbor area in the following positions: Key Make-Up/ Hair, Sound Mixer, Boom Operator, Costume Designer, Production Designer, Grips, Lighting Operators, Steadicam Operator, Script Supervisor, First and Second AD’s and Driver. Email resume to trivial.pursuits.ann.arbor@gmail.com.
As China emerges on the world stage, what evocative and enduring stories can your photographs tell us about China now as it makes history at home and abroad? While Chinese influence – be it political, economic or cultural – reaches far and wide around the globe, the distance between what is considered local and what is thought to be global also expands and contracts. Entries into the U of M 2009 Center for Chinese Studies Photo Contest will present certain perspectives of a changing world in which China plays a pivotal role.
Click here for details and an entry form
Deadline is September 1, 2009
49TH ANNUAL GREATER MICHIGAN ART EXHIBITION
October 17, 2009 - January 3, 2010
One of the few remaining statewide visual arts competitions in Michigan. Organized by the Alden B. Dow Museum of Science & Art at Midland Center for the Arts, this exhibition provides a forum for the most recent developments by Michigan artists. Reputable arts professionals from around the country are invited to serve as jurors for the exhibition.
Learn more and download an application
Deadline for submissions: Friday, July 17, 2009
See Also is an annual program of the Cleveland Public Library in partnership with Cleveland Public Art that invites artists, designers, and other creative professionals to create temporary public art projects in the Eastman Reading Garden. The program commissions innovative, thought-provoking works of art that add to the Library’s already broad range of educational and cultural programming. Each year, one artist or team of artists is selected to exhibit an installation from May until October in this highly visible and beloved space.
Deadline is August 14, 2009
The San Francisco Arts Commission is seeking an Arts Education Program Assistant for immediate hire.
This position supports the Arts Education program through Community Arts Education (CAE), in addition to providing project support for the Arts Providers Alliance of San Francisco (APASF), Arts Education Funders Collaborative (AEFC), and the Arts Education Master Plan implementation through partnership with the San Francisco Unified School District.
The Arts Education Program Assistant provides administrative and program support to the Arts Education Program Manager. The ideal candidate has experience in local community arts and/or arts education fields.
Alter Ego Management is seeking an artist to create an album cover for an upcoming release with Mark Flash from Underground Resistance. Art for a full record sleeve(front and back) is needed. Compensation will be $100 and a possibility of continued work with Alter Ego. Please email taylor@alteregomgt.com with submissions.
Direct Incorporation has a long term position for a graphic design student to start immediately. Flexible scheduling, 10-40 per week. The position is to rapidly develop actual marketing material and corporate logos for our small business clients. The applicant should have computer graphic design skills and be fluent in Illustrator and Photoshop. The applicant should also be able to provide his or her own laptop computer.
Please email resumes and cover letter to sstahlin@directincorporation.com
Deadline for submissions is July 1st. We will begin interviewing immediately and would like to hire the student designer within the next two weeks.
Compensation is $9-$11/hour. With possibility of increase in pay over time.
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp is seeking an artist/designer to produce signage/graphics for their annual event in Ann Arbor, “Experience Blue Lake.”
Please send a resume and 3 to 5 samples of relevant images to Bill McFarlin mcfarlin@bluelake.org by July 1, 2009. Fee to be determined.
This competition gives you a chance to become part of the Lulan story and design for the 2010 Lulan collection. This competition celebrates craftsmanship, promotes talent and provides opportunities for textile artists or any other type of artists interested in being part of our community. In addition, to a cash prize, winners will receive credit for creating their design and will be featured on Lulan’s website (http://lulan.com) and press material.
Directed by Mel Chin Studio, OPERATION PAYDIRT is an art, science, and education collaboration supporting a city-wide plan to help end childhood lead poisoning in New Orleans. The project strategy involves both a science driven urban planning effort in New Orleans and a nation-wide collective artwork, The FUNDRED DOLLAR BILL PROJECT, made of millions of drawings.
The FUNDRED DOLLAR BILL PROJECT is seeking Key Operatives to facilitate a nationwide campaign to involve 3 million students and other community members in the creation of “FUNDRED DOLLAR BILLS” - original hand drawn interpretations of U.S. one hundred dollar bills. Click here for specific project background
Interns will work closely with Mel Chin’s FUNDRED National Coordinator and Assistant Coordinator, supporting project outreach by catalyzing and maintaining communications with regional participants. Click here for full details on the internship
Casting House is seeking a Full Time extremely customer service minded and detail-oriented candidate to fill the position of Project Coordinator. Jewelry industry experiences are a plus, but are not required. Candidate must be legally able to work in the United States. Please e-mail resume to kim@castinghouse.com.
Job Benefits: Medical / Vacation
Job Location: 5 South Wabash, Suite #614
Chicago IL. 60613 US
Job Contact: Kim Ovellette
kim@castinghouse.com
312-782-7160 x 222 - Office Phone
Established in 1922, the All Media Exhibition at the Ann Arbor Art Center has a long and rich history. Artists from all over the state are invited to submit artwork in any media to this juried competition. Mitch Cope, a well known Detroit artist, is this year’s juror. Entries must be received by July 15, 2009. To download the prospectus click here
Exhibition Gallery: August 14 - September 27, 2009
Opening Reception: Friday, August 14 6 - 8 PM
We are looking for a hard-working intern that would like to gain corporate work experience in graphic design, website development, and marketing. The applicant must be dependable, detail-oriented, high-energy, and willing to work hard with minimal supervision.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Experience creating interactive multimedia and knowledge of html. Use of Adobe Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign is desired. Knowledge of CSS is a plus.
Responsibilities will include:
• Supporting the Marketing Communication team in ecommerce initiatives
• Designing interactive media for websites and graphics for print
• Assist with the development of promotional media and material for websites, emails, banner ads, etc.
• Coordinating traffic and reporting for marketing opportunities
• Working closely with staff to learn department functions
• Other responsibilities as assigned
Please send resumes to Michael Wynalek at mwynalek@aaalife.com
The Alliance of Artists Communities is now accepting applications for the 2010 Midwestern Voices and Visions awards - celebrating, supporting, and promoting the work of highly talented, yet under-recognized artists of color from the Midwest.
Eligibility: The initiative seeks to promote artists of color working in any visual, literary, and/or performance-based media, who display artistic excellence, are committed to an artistic career, and are under-served, under-recognized, or under-represented in the mainstream.
The Annual Pierpont Commons Juried Competition provides a unique opportunity for students, faculty, staff and area artists to mount a month long solo exhibit throughout the 2009-2010 academic year.
The unique location of the Pierpont Commons on North Campus plays host to a variety of cultural and social events for the growing population of students, faculty and staff and visitors. Approximately 6,000 people use the building daily.
fotofoto Gallery is pleased to announce its fifth National Juried competition. The competition is open to U.S.-resident photographers 18 years of age or older excluding members of fotofoto gallery. Any photographic medium including digital and alternative processes will be accepted. The maximum height or width of framed work cannot exceed 36 inches . Free-standing pieces cannot be accepted.
PRIZES: Between 25 - 30 photographs will be chosen by Colleen Hanson for a six week exhibition at fotofoto gallery in December 2009. First, Second, Third place and Honorable mention awards will be provided by our sponsors B&H
Photo, Digital Imaging, Eston Photo, Fuji film, Image Arts Etc., Utrecht. Winning photographs will also be displayed on our web site
The Michigan Mentorship Program is looking for 1 A&D student to meet for 8 hours with a gifted high school student interested in Photography & Film. . The program runs from June 18-Aug 20 (however, chosen student only works 8 hours during this time frame). The chosen student will be paid $90 for working with the student. The program has been matching UM mentors and H.S. students for 28 years. In the past, participants have found mentoring a bright high school student to be a rewarding experience.
Interested students Elaine Fisher, MI Mentorships Director, by email at fisherelaine@earthlink.net with your phone No. or call 734.663.1706 between 9-9. A 15 minute interview needs to be scheduled.
Juniors, Seniors or grad student preferred.
Director of Photography, Sound Mixer, and Editor, Detroit Documentary Productions - Detroit, MI
Well-financed Feature-Length Documentary regarding Detroit and Regional History (WWII - Present) seeks Director of Photography, Sound Mixer, and Editor. If interested, contact Joel Walkowski c/o Detroit Documentary Productions at JoelWalkowski@gmail.com. Note the position you are applying for in the subject.
My Cave Studio/Man Smiling Moving PicturesSeeking an assistant editor to cut 2 new TV shows for a Canadian broadcaster. The shows are about people and their pets. Prefer Premiere or Final Cut experience - will be working in a studio just west of Ann Arbor. Contact Tom McPhee at mycavestudio@yahoo.com. For more information, click here.
Title: Web Designer Needed
Summary: A web designer is needed for a project with the Center for Ethics in Public Life. Please include a portfolio.
Compensation: TBD
Contact: Jae Chung at chungjae@umich.edu
Title: Fashion Designer Needed
Summary: A University of Michigan start-up is seeking a fashion designer who has an interest in starting up a clothing line (specifically t-shirts). Please include a portfolio.
Compensation: TBD
Contact: Jae Chung at chungjae@umich.edu