Art Program Leader- MOAH: CEDAR

City of Lancaster • Lancaster, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Arts Program Leader will assist in a variety of tasks associated with the organization and implementation of programs and services at the City of Lancaster’s MOAH: CEDAR campus. Art Program Leaders assist in the day-to-day operations of the MOAH: CEDAR campus, as well as support the weekly roster of public programs, and activate the MOAH: CEDAR galleries’ ongoing, community-based exhibitions. The Art Program Leader – MOAH: CEDAR supports dynamic exhibitions and events program across multiple arts and museums facilities. Art Program Leaders work an average of 18 hours per week and must be available to work a flexible schedule that includes work evenings, nights and weekends.

Requirements

• Ability to organize
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions
• Deal tactfully and effectively with staff, participants and the public
• Ability to interpret and carry out a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• possess interpersonal communication skills both verbal and written
• ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision; ability to work in a team environment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; ability to work with all levels of employees and management, and willingness to give assistance to co-workers
• Must be well organized, highly motivated, and possess good writing, typing, speaking and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize and coordinate a variety of duties related to assigned project.
• Ability to assist in organizing and implementing cultural activities.
• Ability to perform clerical functions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of or an interest in, and appreciation of, the visual arts and history is preferred.
• Currently enrolled in a college or university majoring in Arts or a related field is desirable.
• Spanish language fluency is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation, organization, and facilitation of MOAH: CEDAR’s specialized programs including but not limited to Spotlight Café Open Mic Nights, Live Figure Drawing Sessions, and other special events.
• Guides regular exhibition tours and hosts specialized workshops.
• Organizes and staff community outreach events taking place across Los Angeles County and beyond.
• Writes educational materials, including but not limited to, tour scripts, project proposals, educational resources, and website text.
• Works with community stakeholders, such as artists, collectives, or other community-based organizations to deliver MOAH: CEDAR’s programs.
• Set up and tear down special events.
• Maintain clean and organized facilities.
• Perform related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed