We are hiring for two positions: Project Manager is in charge of helping and coordinating Artists Projects, with the supervision of Program Director. Studios Manager is in charge of maintaining the shops, tools and equipment in proper order and to provide support to the artists during installation time.

Rate:

• Pay is $15.00 an hour minimum, or commensurate with experience.

Schedule:

• Full Time, Seasonal (June 8 - July 17, 2020)
• 8 hours a day, 5 days a week, with half a hour lunch break. Lunch is provided.
• Some weekends required.

Primary duties include:
Both the Project and Studio Managers work closely with Residency Manager and Art Omi: Artists Director in helping the resident artists plan and develop their projects. Project Manager will be primarily in charge of helping the artists with their projects and will work closely with Studio Manager, who will be primarily in charge of maintain the shop and tools in proper order. The position’s tasks and responsibilities of the Project Manager and Studio Manager overlap on a daily basis, the division of labor is not clear cut: however, each Manager must be up to date on things concerning their department.

Managers must be familiar with various tools from router, circular saw to any other power tools present in the woodshop and must know how to safely install art installations, fix furniture when needed, and daily maintain/oversee a barn converted into studios including making sure garbage is taken out, dumpster are emptied properly, tools are returned in proper order, etc. etc.

Managers must be sociable, patient and interested in working in a multicultural environment. They are expected to take the initiative when downtime occurs by making sure to check with Program Director if they can help out with a project or task.

Job Requirements:

• Must know the local area and local business/resources within 2 hours drive from the center
• Must be personable, patient and eager to work in an international setting where some artists may not speak English very well
• Highly organized, assistants must be able to multitask and prioritize
• Assistants with a background in the arts preferred, though not necessary
• Reliable personal transportation and local accommodations required.

To Apply:

• Please send a cover letter along with a Resume/CV to Residency Manager, Cassandra Massa, cmassa@artomi.org. No phone inquiries.

Assistants will work closely with the Art Omi: Artists Director, Residency Manager, and Art Omi: Artists Residency Coordinator in running each and every aspect of the residency program. Main task is to provide daily support to 30 international artists who are participating in the program. Assistants must have their own car and know the surrounding area well, as they will run errands for the artists every other day. Assistants must be sociable, patient and interested in working in a multicultural environment. When not running errands, assistants either work in the office preparing documents, brochures or researching the internet for specific art material or projects, or are in the studios helping the artists with their installations.

Rate:

• $13 / hr

Schedule:

• June 15 - July 16, 2020.
• This is a full time temporary position : 8 hours a day, 5 days a week (including some weekends), with half-hour lunch break. Lunch is provided.

Job Requirements:

• Must have own car
• Must know the local area and local business/resources within 2 hours drive from Art Omi
• Knowledge of software such: Word, Excel, and Photoshop or Illustrator necessary
• Must be personable, patient and eager to work in an international setting where some artists may not speak English very well
• Highly organized, assistants must be able to multitask and prioritize
• Assistants with a background in the arts preferred, though not necessary
• Art Omi does not provide accommodations: assistants must arrange for their accommodations independently

Benefits:

• Pay is $13.00 an hour
• Lunch is provided on workdays
• Staff are invited to attend events throughout the residency session such as: artists presentations, visitors presentations, any special event/performance that may take place during the program, open studios.
• If you love the arts, this job will be the most stimulating experience probably in your life! You will meet and interact with very interesting artists from all over the globe, whose media vary from painting to performance to video work. This is a great chance to be exposed to a stimulating environment and to enrich own life/career experience.

To apply:

• Please send a cover letter along with a Resume/CV to Residency Manager, Cassandra Massa, cmassa@artomi.org. No phone inquiries.

Are you passionate about the arts and have a desire to work with children in a creative environment? We welcome energetic, self-motivated teens to apply for volunteer positions with Art Omi: Education. Volunteering with our team is a great way to learn about arts education while serving your local community and having fun!

We currently offer the following volunteer opportunities:

Saturday Kids' Workshops

• Students must commit to a minimum of 4 consecutive Saturdays.

Camp Omi

A select number of positions are available for teens who demonstrate a strong understanding of the arts, ability to work in a dynamic environment, and have a passion for working with children ages 4-13. Volunteers must commit to a full three-week term, listed below.

• Volunteer Session 1: June 29 - July 17, 2020 (four positions)
• Volunteer Session 2: July 20 - August 7, 2019 (four positions)
• Ages 14+ (must turn 15 in 2020)
• Camp Omi alumni preferred

To become a Volunteer for Camp Omi, please email the following information to Sasha Sicurella at education@artomi.org:

• Your name, birth date, and grade.
• Any previous experience you have had working with children
• A letter of interest describing why you would like to become a volunteer at Camp Omi and what you hope to gain from the experience.
• If you are a Camp Omi alum, list the year(s) you attended and briefly describe a favorite camp memory.

Applications are accepted and reviewed on an ongoing basis. To become a volunteer for these programs, please email Sasha Sicurella at education@artomi.org to arrange an interview.