CALL TO ARTISTS & COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES
- SAACA Arts, Creative & Maker Opportunities for makers, creatives, chefs, musicians and more
- Arts Based Job Opportunities
- Public Art
- Call to Artists
- Community Arts Engagement & Learning Opportunities
- SAACA Job & Internship Opportunities
The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance is dedicated to the creation, preservation and advancement of the arts. By supporting and developing innovative community arts programming, we help create communities capable of positive, diverse and equitable public dialogue and action. We believe the arts provide a tool for mobilization and build community leadership and capacity.
We are proud to collaborate with local businesses, governments, arts and cultural organizations, and individual artists in our community to create custom arts partnerships and opportunities.
If you are a community member and would like to add an artist opportunity to our monthly updates, please fill out the link below.
We are proud to collaborate with local businesses, governments, arts and cultural organizations, and individual artists in our community to create custom arts partnerships and opportunities.
If you are a community member and would like to add an artist opportunity to our monthly updates, please fill out the link below.
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QUESTIONS?
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VISUAL & PUBLIC ART OPPORTUNITIES
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CATALYST Visual Teaching Artist
SAACA is currently seeking class proposals from visual artists who would be interested in teaching arts and crafts in our new makerspace, CATALYST. SAACA is anticipating a late August opening for CATALYST, with programming in the arts and crafts studio running a minimum of two classes per day five days a week. We are currently gathering as much intel as possible on how artists and the community would like to use the studio. The below form will get you entered into that database from which programming decisions will be made. We will make invitations to artists registered in this database as teaching opportunities that fit their expertise and long term goals arise. |
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Quick Turnaround Public Art Opportunity in Oro Valley
$21,000 Public Art BudgetRequest for Qualifications & Artist Resumes—Public Art in Oro Valley, AZ EL CONQUISTADOR RESORT - NEW DAY SPA DEVELOPMENT PROJECT Eligibility: Open to all artists. 2D & 3D Project Title: Integrated Public Art Project – Privately owned Public Art The goal of this project is to develop a viable, permanent public art project for the new spa at the Hilton El Conquistador Resort in Oro Valley, AZ. Art can be sculptural pieces or artistic elements used to enhance the surrounding property. Artistic elements are preferred to be in the form a series of smaller, or one main sculptural installation. Materials should be weather resistant and appropriate for both the climate and the building design. Preferred materials include bronze, steel, cast concrete and other natural materials for 3D works. Integrated walkway stamping and water features are acceptable mediums for installations. The developer seeks proposals from both two dimensional and three dimensional artwork. Integrated seating, free standing sculptures, and indoor artwork submissions are encouraged. Preferred materials include natural materials, metal, stone and concrete. The projects seeks to commission artwork in both modern and nature inspired forms. Large Format Two Dimensional work will also be accepted. Resume & Qualifications Deadline: December 18, 2019 Art Installation: March 2020 |
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MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS OPPORTUNITIES
SAACA CURRENT JOB OPENINGS & INTERNSHIPS
Full Time Marketing & Graphic Design Manager
The Marketing & Graphic Design Manager is a passionate individual who believes in the power of the arts and the critical role they play in community development. The position leads efforts in dynamic storytelling, creative writing, problem solving, relationship development, graphic design, content development, and a special eye for brand execution and development.
SAACA is a fast-paced organization who put out daily content on web, email outreach, social, print, radio, television, digital and press engagement platforms. We are looking for a marketing manager who can handle a large volume of content, while multitasking several projects at once.
Application Deadline: January 7, 2019 APPLY ONLINE
The Marketing & Graphic Design Manager is a passionate individual who believes in the power of the arts and the critical role they play in community development. The position leads efforts in dynamic storytelling, creative writing, problem solving, relationship development, graphic design, content development, and a special eye for brand execution and development.
SAACA is a fast-paced organization who put out daily content on web, email outreach, social, print, radio, television, digital and press engagement platforms. We are looking for a marketing manager who can handle a large volume of content, while multitasking several projects at once.
Application Deadline: January 7, 2019 APPLY ONLINE
Arts Administration & Community Planning Internship
Be Part of the Work to Ensure Community Development Initiatives in the Arts
Creative Placemaking, Arts Administration and Arts Education
The Internship Program offers undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to investigate and participate in the operations of the Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance. Through a combination of learning experiences, interns become integral members of our team. Interns are expected to participate in activities, contribute skills and ideas, and produce excellent work, all the while preparing to become the next generation of arts, nonprofit, and cultural leaders.
APPLY ONLINE
Be Part of the Work to Ensure Community Development Initiatives in the Arts
Creative Placemaking, Arts Administration and Arts Education
The Internship Program offers undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to investigate and participate in the operations of the Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance. Through a combination of learning experiences, interns become integral members of our team. Interns are expected to participate in activities, contribute skills and ideas, and produce excellent work, all the while preparing to become the next generation of arts, nonprofit, and cultural leaders.
APPLY ONLINE
FESTIVAL OPPORTUNITIES
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The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance invites artists and makers of all disciplines to apply to participate in the 2019-2020 Festival Season. Applications are now open for the below annual regional festivals.
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EMERGING ARTIST SCHOLARSHIPS
SAACA is dedicated to the creation, preservation and advancement of the Arts, providing more than 200,000 unique arts and cultural engagement opportunities for the community. Recognizing that all of this work begins with artists, we are proud to be offering scholarship opportunities for emerging artists to participate in three of our major art festivals this 2019-2020 event season. Any practicing artist who has been selling their work professionally less then 5 years, is 30 years old or younger, or is currently enrolled in an arts program is eligible to apply for a gratis booth space at the Holiday Festival of the Arts, La Encantada Fine Art Festival, and the Spring Festival of the Arts. |
OUTSIDE OPPORTUNITIES & CALL TO ARTISTS
COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES
Complete the form below contact information and artist opportunity details below to be considered for addition to SAACA's 'Calls to Artist' opportunities. There is no charge for listing an arts opportunity.
SAACA publishes our calls to artist in two ways:
Submissions must be received by the 25th of each month to be considered for addition to the website and email blast for the following month.
Any questions can be directed to the Cait Huble, Director of Programs & Community Outreach - cait@saaca.org
SAACA publishes our calls to artist in two ways:
- Monthly email blast on or close to the 1st of each month sent to our 'artist opportunities' distribution list.
- Hosting on SAACA website https://www.saaca.org/callstoartist.html.
Submissions must be received by the 25th of each month to be considered for addition to the website and email blast for the following month.
Any questions can be directed to the Cait Huble, Director of Programs & Community Outreach - cait@saaca.org
Gallery Exhibit Space Available
Organization Name: Tucson Jewish Community Center
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Dec 10, 2019 12:00 AM
Are you looking for a gallery space to exhibit and sell your work? The Tucson J's Fine Art Gallery features a track hanging system, recently renovated, open gallery space. Exhibits are rotated every 4 to 6 weeks, and we are always looking to showcase local artists. Exhibiting gallery artists are encouraged to offer opportunities such as gallery talks to engage the community with their artwork.
Emerging and established artists are invited to apply. We welcome individual and group shows. The Tucson J is open to all people of all ages.
How to Apply: Submit your name and images of your art work to curator@tucsonjcc.org.
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Dec 10, 2019 12:00 AM
Are you looking for a gallery space to exhibit and sell your work? The Tucson J's Fine Art Gallery features a track hanging system, recently renovated, open gallery space. Exhibits are rotated every 4 to 6 weeks, and we are always looking to showcase local artists. Exhibiting gallery artists are encouraged to offer opportunities such as gallery talks to engage the community with their artwork.
Emerging and established artists are invited to apply. We welcome individual and group shows. The Tucson J is open to all people of all ages.
How to Apply: Submit your name and images of your art work to curator@tucsonjcc.org.
We-Robot Art Sphere Design Competition
Organization Name: We-Robot
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Dec 15, 2019 05:00 PM
The We-Robot is seeking design submissions from anyone in Pima County. Have you ever dreamt of designing public art? To have your own ideas on display in front of a crowd? Then we have an opportunity for you! With generous funding from the Arts Foundation, we wish to help emerging artists on their path to becoming established artists. The We-Robot is a machine that will help you make your break.
Built by a team of dreamers and do-gooders, the We-Robot uses our new technology to carve your design into four-foot diameter steel spheres. The finished products are illuminated from within to create glowing sculptures for public viewing day or night. The carve is a public spectacle unto itself, and the top submission will be presented by public performance and celebration this February.
We encourage everyone to try. The top five drawing submissions will become for our next round of public art installations! We are also seeking local businesses to be temporary art sphere hosts.
How to Apply: Please submit your final idea "stencil-style" in a 1200x4800 pixels black and white .svg file to http://www.we.ei-robot.com/. Contact us for more details, clarifying visuals, a template, and tips for successful designs. We are happy to help!
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Dec 15, 2019 05:00 PM
The We-Robot is seeking design submissions from anyone in Pima County. Have you ever dreamt of designing public art? To have your own ideas on display in front of a crowd? Then we have an opportunity for you! With generous funding from the Arts Foundation, we wish to help emerging artists on their path to becoming established artists. The We-Robot is a machine that will help you make your break.
Built by a team of dreamers and do-gooders, the We-Robot uses our new technology to carve your design into four-foot diameter steel spheres. The finished products are illuminated from within to create glowing sculptures for public viewing day or night. The carve is a public spectacle unto itself, and the top submission will be presented by public performance and celebration this February.
We encourage everyone to try. The top five drawing submissions will become for our next round of public art installations! We are also seeking local businesses to be temporary art sphere hosts.
How to Apply: Please submit your final idea "stencil-style" in a 1200x4800 pixels black and white .svg file to http://www.we.ei-robot.com/. Contact us for more details, clarifying visuals, a template, and tips for successful designs. We are happy to help!
Sculpture-on-Campus Call to Artists 2020
Organization Name: Pima Community College
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Jan 23, 2020 04:45 PM
Pima Community College is holding a Call to Artists to invite participants to join in the sixth installment of the College’s Sculpture-On-Campus exhibition.
This exhibition provides an opportunity for all Arizona artists who want to share their three-dimensional outdoor sculptural works of art with the public.
How to Apply: To learn more, go to pima.edu/sculptureoncampus or download the 2020 Call to Artists Program overview and application procedures at https://pima.edu/community/the-arts/sculpture-on-campus/docs/2020-call-to-artists.pdf
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Jan 23, 2020 04:45 PM
Pima Community College is holding a Call to Artists to invite participants to join in the sixth installment of the College’s Sculpture-On-Campus exhibition.
This exhibition provides an opportunity for all Arizona artists who want to share their three-dimensional outdoor sculptural works of art with the public.
How to Apply: To learn more, go to pima.edu/sculptureoncampus or download the 2020 Call to Artists Program overview and application procedures at https://pima.edu/community/the-arts/sculpture-on-campus/docs/2020-call-to-artists.pdf
Artists Welcome at Jacome Plaza
Organization Name: Downtown Tucson Partnership
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Jan 31, 2020 11:59 PM
The Downtown Tucson Partnership would like to invite local artists to come downtown and use Jacome Plaza as a place of inspiration! We are encouraging everyone to come paint in the park and utilize all of the resources we have in our Outdoor Office. Any artists that would be willing to donate their time and teach community classes, please feel free to contact us separately. We would love to create an enriching experience while promoting your work as well. For musical artists or those interested in hosting a separate event, please contact us about further opportunities. See you at Jacome!
How to Apply: Please email jacome@downtowntuscon.org with any questions, no application necessary. If you would like to volunteer your time to teach classes in the park or host an event, please contact us.
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Jan 31, 2020 11:59 PM
The Downtown Tucson Partnership would like to invite local artists to come downtown and use Jacome Plaza as a place of inspiration! We are encouraging everyone to come paint in the park and utilize all of the resources we have in our Outdoor Office. Any artists that would be willing to donate their time and teach community classes, please feel free to contact us separately. We would love to create an enriching experience while promoting your work as well. For musical artists or those interested in hosting a separate event, please contact us about further opportunities. See you at Jacome!
How to Apply: Please email jacome@downtowntuscon.org with any questions, no application necessary. If you would like to volunteer your time to teach classes in the park or host an event, please contact us.
Church of the Beatitudes Call for an Indoor Mural
Organization Name: Church of the Beatitudes
Location of Opportunity: Phoenix, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Apr 13, 2020 12:00 PM
This is a call for an acrylic mural on an interior wall of the Worship Center that shall be bright and appealing to pre-school children and their parents. We wish to illustrate that people of all ages are welcome in this church. It shall depict children of different ethnic/racial backgrounds showing usual children's activities. Christian or religious symbols shall not be used. The minimum space is 6' X10 and shall not be framed but have undefined edges extending some beyond the main part of the mural. The final painting shall be treated with appropriate coatings to be resilient to young touching hands. Please request a complete and detailed prospectus to be sent by e-mail ( artscouncil@beatitudeschurch.com )and secure a time to view the mural area. Award: $10,000
How to Apply: Submit by email/jpg. (artscouncil@beatitideschurch.org). Present your ideas as color sketch(s) for judging your style, composition and visual communication of ideas. Problem with delivery, Contact: Ann Wilson, 480-259-7186
Location of Opportunity: Phoenix, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Apr 13, 2020 12:00 PM
This is a call for an acrylic mural on an interior wall of the Worship Center that shall be bright and appealing to pre-school children and their parents. We wish to illustrate that people of all ages are welcome in this church. It shall depict children of different ethnic/racial backgrounds showing usual children's activities. Christian or religious symbols shall not be used. The minimum space is 6' X10 and shall not be framed but have undefined edges extending some beyond the main part of the mural. The final painting shall be treated with appropriate coatings to be resilient to young touching hands. Please request a complete and detailed prospectus to be sent by e-mail ( artscouncil@beatitudeschurch.com )and secure a time to view the mural area. Award: $10,000
How to Apply: Submit by email/jpg. (artscouncil@beatitideschurch.org). Present your ideas as color sketch(s) for judging your style, composition and visual communication of ideas. Problem with delivery, Contact: Ann Wilson, 480-259-7186
Studio-Talk Saturdays (FREE dance education professional development group)
Organization Name: Ballet Arizona
Location of Opportunity: Phoenix, AZ
Deadline for Submission: May 31, 2020 12:00 PM
This free professional development group is for dance educators from all backgrounds – from public schools to dance studios. Each month, we’ll discuss different aspects of the dance teaching profession and explore the ways we can elevate our practice both individually as teachers and collectively as a dance community. Attendees are welcome to stay after the PD event and take a free adult ballet class at 11:30 am to brush up on ballet technique and take some time for movement self-care.
9:15a-9:30a Networking
9:30a-11:00a Professional Development Meet-Up
11:00a-11:15a Networking
11:30a-1:00p OPTIONAL free adult ballet class
How to Apply: This is a once-a-month event that is ongoing throughout our season. Sign-ups are encouraged online - please visit https://balletaz.org/community-engagement/studio-talk-saturdays/ to register. For more information, please email apapazian@balletaz.org.
Location of Opportunity: Phoenix, AZ
Deadline for Submission: May 31, 2020 12:00 PM
This free professional development group is for dance educators from all backgrounds – from public schools to dance studios. Each month, we’ll discuss different aspects of the dance teaching profession and explore the ways we can elevate our practice both individually as teachers and collectively as a dance community. Attendees are welcome to stay after the PD event and take a free adult ballet class at 11:30 am to brush up on ballet technique and take some time for movement self-care.
9:15a-9:30a Networking
9:30a-11:00a Professional Development Meet-Up
11:00a-11:15a Networking
11:30a-1:00p OPTIONAL free adult ballet class
How to Apply: This is a once-a-month event that is ongoing throughout our season. Sign-ups are encouraged online - please visit https://balletaz.org/community-engagement/studio-talk-saturdays/ to register. For more information, please email apapazian@balletaz.org.
Coffee Shop Seeking Artwork
Organization Name: Crema Coffee
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: On-going
Crema Coffee is a brand new coffee shop located on the NW side in the Bookman’s plaza on the SE corner of Ina and Thornydale. They are seeking new pieces of artwork and photography to showcase on their walls. Most mediums are welcome.
How to Apply: Please direct inquiries to Amy and Aaron at cremacoffee42@gmail.com or call 520-425-3257.
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: On-going
Crema Coffee is a brand new coffee shop located on the NW side in the Bookman’s plaza on the SE corner of Ina and Thornydale. They are seeking new pieces of artwork and photography to showcase on their walls. Most mediums are welcome.
How to Apply: Please direct inquiries to Amy and Aaron at cremacoffee42@gmail.com or call 520-425-3257.