Director of Visual Arts job
Posted: July 17, 2007
Post subject: Director of Visual Arts
Post subject: Director of Visual Arts
subject: Director of Visual Arts , The Harlem School of the Arts
The Harlem School of the Arts is looking for Director of Visual Arts
duration - Indefinite
Job details: Director of Visual ArtsThe Harlem School of the Arts, Inc. The Harlem School of the Arts, Inc. (HSA) is a nonprofit, community-based school of the arts that offers instruction in dance, music, theater and the visual arts to over 3,000 students annually. Our mission is to enrich the lives of children through exposure to and education in the arts. Founded in 1964 by the internationally acclaimed soprano Dorothy Maynor, HSA offers instruction onsite to children ages 4 through 18 from Harlem, Upper Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Westchester, New Jersey and Connecticut, and we serve over 1,200 students in 17 NYC public schools throughout the City through our unique arts-based After-school programs.HSA seeks an experienced, motivated, energetic individual to develop, implement, manage and expand the full range of Visual Arts program curriculum; primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Develop, manage and evaluate Visual Arts education initiatives for both immediate and long-term realization.
- Facilitate student recruitment for open enrollment and college preparatory programs.
- Strengthen existing and develop new exhibition opportunities for students and faculty.
- Facilitate faculty selection, hiring and evaluation processes.
- Collaborate with the President and CEO and Chief Financial Officer to develop and manage department budget.
- Responsible for public programming (including exhibitions, performances, critical debates, film programs, on-line forums etc.)
- Work with the President and CEO and Director of Development to identify and seek funding and collaborative partnerships for educational programs; serve as liaison to local partnerships.
- Develop and manage Visual Arts curricula in drawing, photography, video production, sculpture, web design and art history for optimal student experience.
- Identify, cultivate and expand new audiences for the institution’s Visual Arts program offerings, special events and other activities.
- Design, plan and promote workshops, panel discussions, lectures, film series and special events for members of the community and includes serving as the on site manager.
- Supervise all departmental staff and activities, manage budgets and collaborate with Development Department on grant applications; act as staff liaison with the Education committee of the board.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with students and their parents/guardians.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Candidates must have BA/MA or BFA/MFA in an Art or Education-related major.
- 5 years experience in planning and/or implementing educational programming.
- Non-profit, art-centered organizational experience is must.
- Strong knowledge of contemporary art theories and innovative methods of arts education.
- Proven track record in the planning and implementation of high-quality innovative programming to a wide and diverse public.
- A strong interest in working with artists and their audiences.
- Excellent writing and communication skills and outstanding managerial ability are essential.
- Strong, detail-oriented project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
· Must be able to accommodate a flexible schedule that includes evenings and Saturdays.
Send resume and cover letter to: Human Resources Department, The Harlem School of the Arts, Inc. 645 St. Nicholas Avenue, New York, NY 10030; by fax (212) 926-5835 or by email: humanresources@harlemschoolofthearts.org. Only qualified candidates will receive a response. No phone calls, please. EOE
Location: New York, New York, United States
email - humanresources@harlemschoolofthearts.org
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The Harlem School of the Arts is looking for Director of Visual Arts
duration - Indefinite
Job details: Director of Visual ArtsThe Harlem School of the Arts, Inc. The Harlem School of the Arts, Inc. (HSA) is a nonprofit, community-based school of the arts that offers instruction in dance, music, theater and the visual arts to over 3,000 students annually. Our mission is to enrich the lives of children through exposure to and education in the arts. Founded in 1964 by the internationally acclaimed soprano Dorothy Maynor, HSA offers instruction onsite to children ages 4 through 18 from Harlem, Upper Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Westchester, New Jersey and Connecticut, and we serve over 1,200 students in 17 NYC public schools throughout the City through our unique arts-based After-school programs.HSA seeks an experienced, motivated, energetic individual to develop, implement, manage and expand the full range of Visual Arts program curriculum; primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Develop, manage and evaluate Visual Arts education initiatives for both immediate and long-term realization.
- Facilitate student recruitment for open enrollment and college preparatory programs.
- Strengthen existing and develop new exhibition opportunities for students and faculty.
- Facilitate faculty selection, hiring and evaluation processes.
- Collaborate with the President and CEO and Chief Financial Officer to develop and manage department budget.
- Responsible for public programming (including exhibitions, performances, critical debates, film programs, on-line forums etc.)
- Work with the President and CEO and Director of Development to identify and seek funding and collaborative partnerships for educational programs; serve as liaison to local partnerships.
- Develop and manage Visual Arts curricula in drawing, photography, video production, sculpture, web design and art history for optimal student experience.
- Identify, cultivate and expand new audiences for the institution’s Visual Arts program offerings, special events and other activities.
- Design, plan and promote workshops, panel discussions, lectures, film series and special events for members of the community and includes serving as the on site manager.
- Supervise all departmental staff and activities, manage budgets and collaborate with Development Department on grant applications; act as staff liaison with the Education committee of the board.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with students and their parents/guardians.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Candidates must have BA/MA or BFA/MFA in an Art or Education-related major.
- 5 years experience in planning and/or implementing educational programming.
- Non-profit, art-centered organizational experience is must.
- Strong knowledge of contemporary art theories and innovative methods of arts education.
- Proven track record in the planning and implementation of high-quality innovative programming to a wide and diverse public.
- A strong interest in working with artists and their audiences.
- Excellent writing and communication skills and outstanding managerial ability are essential.
- Strong, detail-oriented project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
· Must be able to accommodate a flexible schedule that includes evenings and Saturdays.
Send resume and cover letter to: Human Resources Department, The Harlem School of the Arts, Inc. 645 St. Nicholas Avenue, New York, NY 10030; by fax (212) 926-5835 or by email: humanresources@harlemschoolofthearts.org. Only qualified candidates will receive a response. No phone calls, please. EOE
Location: New York, New York, United States
email - humanresources@harlemschoolofthearts.org
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