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Proposals Accepted for Showcase Activities Contract Due June 22
Proposals Accepted for Showcase Activities
We are accepting proposals for a contract for Showcase Activities. Due by June 22, 2026
Work Activities Include:
Fall exhibits
NWMAC Gallery at NCTC in Thief River Falls and Exhibit at the Fournet Building in Crookston (2 exhibits, one in each location)
$2,600 budget total
· Person of Color Exhibit at Fournet in Crookston $1,200 max.
· NWMAC Gallery in Thief River Falls. Arts in Education or Folk Arts Exhibit $1,400 max.
Fournet Exhibit —Person of color exhibit in Crookston for three months in Fall 2026
Coordinate the showcase in the Fournet atrium in Crookston, assist with artist spotlights.
Coordinate, attend and evaluate the reception collecting statistics, interviews, and pictures.
Coordinate retrieval of art by artist(s) showcasing.
Submit a wrap up report by December 10 2026 in the format provided by our office
NWMAC Gallery Exhibit at NCTC in Thief River Falls — Arts in Education or Folk Art Exhibit at for 3 months in Fall 2026
Cordinate student/teacher or folk arts showcase in Thief River Falls at NCTC gallery from Sep/Oct/Nov 2026
Coordinate, attend and evaluate a reception collecting statistics, interviews, and pictures.
Move scaled down version of exhibit to display case
Coordinate retrieval of pieces by artists showcasing and artist in display case that is ending.
Send out survey monkey to all participants.
Submit a wrap up report by December 10 2026 in the format provided by our office
Please include who will be in the showcases or if there will be a call for entries. Exhibit at the Fournet Building in Crookston will be a person of color artist and the NWMAC Gallery at NCTC in Thief River Falls will be Arts Education and/or Traditional Folk Arts based.
Please contact our director Mara Hanel for more information or to apply at director@nwartscouncil.org or 218-745-8886, ext 1.
Highpoint Center for Printmaking is looking for an Education Programs Manager
$55,00040 hours FTEApplications due: May 8, 2024
Reports to Executive Director; supervises 1 part-time staff. Works collaboratively with the Director of Artist Programs, Development and Communications Manager, and Administrative Coordinator.
Work is performed on-site Monday - Friday from 9 am to 5 pm in Minneapolis, with occasional evening and weekend events and off-site workshops.
Highpoint Center for Printmaking (HP) is dedicated to advancing the art of printmaking. They create pathways for artists, learners, and the public to increase their understanding and appreciation of printmaking through artistic and educational programs, a cooperative studio, a public gallery, and collaborative publishing opportunities.
They are seeking an Education Programs Manager to develop and manage all aspects of Highpoint’s education programs in alignment with their strategic plan and organizational values.
SUMMARY
The vision for Highpoint’s Education division is to remain integral to their neighborhood, city, and Midwest by leading accessible printmaking education that is responsive to the needs of learners and the broader arts-educational landscape.
Ideal Candidate: The Education Programs Manager is an experienced and ambitious arts educator with a clear vision for designing innovative programs and curricula. They have a learning and teaching philosophy that guides their work and an understanding of learning pathways for a wide range of participants. They will define a pedagogical approach for Highpoint and work collaboratively with all team members to integrate and connect this approach across program areas. They foster a culture of welcome, embrace an expansive definition of printmaking, and believe in human-centered learning.
The Education Programs Manager will collaborate with the Executive Director to set the pedagogical direction for the organization. They will support a growing roster of contracted teaching artists by cultivating relationships, designing annual instructor training, and developing resources. They will nurture relationships with artists, K-12 educators and administrators, and community partners. They are an active community member and understand the Twin Cities arts ecosystem and contemporary art. They are a facilitator, a connector, and supporter who are always finding ways to bring others into the fold. Understanding program outcomes and evaluation methods is key for this role.
TO APPLY
Please email jobs@highpointprintmaking.org with the following:
A cover letter describing your related experience, education philosophy, familiarity with and interest in Highpoint Center for Printmaking
Your resume of professional and lived experiences.
The following will be requested from position finalists:
Two professional references upon notification of the interview
As a part of the interview process, you will be asked to prepare a presentation on your previous educational program experience.
All finalists will receive a background check
TIMELINE FOR APPLICANTS
Applications due May 8, 2024
June 3, 2024 Finalists Notified (references requested)
June 10 – 11, 2024 Interviews
Early to mid-July 2024 start date
For more information, visit https://www.highpointprintmaking.org/employment2024