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Opportunity Highlight

INCLUDES several Calls for Art, great part-time and full-time creative job openings, and some exciting internships.

CALLS FOR ART / CONTESTS / COMPETITIONS / WORKSHOPS / EVENTS / RESIDENCIES

Calls for Art
National Public Art Opportunities
Call for Art:  Center for the Visual Arts 36th Annual Midwest Seasons(Deadline Nov 3, 2025).
Call for Art: Arts@MSP Request for Exhibit Proposals(Deadline Dec 31, 2025).
Call for Art: NOW Art - Community Mural Program (Deadline Dec 31, 2025).
Call for Art: Lakeville Area Arts Center Exhibitions(Deadline Jan 1, 2026).
Call for Art: Ambiente Gallerie 2025-2026 Exhibitions (Deadline Jan 2, 2026).
Call for Art: The Art of Healing and Recovery (Deadline Jan 15, 2026).
Call for Art: 2026-2027 Call for Artists – Paradise Center for the Arts (Deadline Mar 1, 2026).

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES (Part-time- and full-time, temporary and ongoing)

Organization: Three Rivers Montessori
Title: Art/Media Specialist
Pay: $44,872/ Per year
Overview: We are seeking a Art/Media Specialist to plan, supervise, coordinate, and implement the art/media program in the building.

  • Coordinates the use of the media center
  • Plans, organizes, and conducts operation of the media center
  • Participate in and provide input for academic planning
  • Maintains frequent communication with school staff
  • Oversees materials and equipment for the art/media center

For more information and to apply, click here.

Organization: SeaLife Aquarium
Title: Retail Sales Photographer
Pay: $15.57/hr 
Overview: Join Magic Memories at SeaLife Aquarium Minnesota and help guests capture unforgettable moments! As a Retail Sales Photographer, you’ll greet visitors, take photos, and provide excellent customer service in a fun, fast-paced environment. Starting at $15.57/hr, this role offers paid training, growth opportunities, and a lively team culture.

For more information and to apply, click here.

Organization: Theater Latte Da
Title: Lighting Supervisor
Pay: $22/hr 
Overview: Theater Latté Da, the Twin Cities’ foremost producer of bold new and reimagined musical theater, seeks a full-time Lighting Supervisor to join our team. As a part of our nimble, dynamic organization, the Lighting Supervisor is responsible for leading the execution of all theatrical lighting needs for the organization as well as programming and operating the lighting system during technical rehearsals and performances. You will report to our Director of Production, and work with other department supervisors, to develop and implement plans that execute the creative team’s lighting vision and further develop the lighting department. In line with our organization-wide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, you will implement Theater Latté Da’s inclusion, diversity, equity and access (IDEA) commitments in all aspects of your work.

For more information and to apply, click here.

Organization: Cook County Historical Society/Johnson Heritage Post Art Gallery
Title: Johnson Heritatge Post Art Gallery Assistant
Pay: $17-19/hr 
Overview: The purpose of the Society shall be the collection, preservation, and dissemination of knowledge about the history of Cook County and to relate it to the history of the State of Minnesota. What you will need to do, includes reporting to the Johnson Heritage Post Art Gallery Manager (JHP Manager), the Art Gallery Assistant will support the JHP Manager with duties related to the front desk, sales, and events at the Johnson Heritage Post (JHP). Deadline November 1st, 2025.

For more information and to apply, click here.

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Organization: Imagine
Title: Summer 2026 Studio Intern
Pay: $20/hr
Overview: The Imagine Group is looking for dynamic and enthusiastic interns who are eager to learn. We have internships available in various departments of our exciting and fast-paced visual communication organization. As a Studio Intern you will gain vital experience learning and working with a fast-paced creative and print production agency for the entertainment industry. You will gain insight into the creative efforts of a dynamic graphics department. You’ll have the opportunity to be a part of the initial process of a creative project and be able to see the project all the way through to its final stages. An internship with Imagine means hands-on, real-life experience learning from experts in the field of creative branding and print production.

For more information and to apply, click here.

Organization: Target
Title: UX Design Internship (Starting Summer, 2026)
Pay: $34/hr
Overview: Our UX Design Summer Internship opportunity is a 10-week program centered around supporting new UX talent. The UX Internship Program provides a structured, supportive environment for entry-level UX talent to launch your career with an established global UX team. You will contribute to meaningful projects, develop your business knowledge, and make meaningful connections with our team members.

This position will operate as a Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement based on Target’s needs. A Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement means the team member’s core role will need to be performed both onsite at the Target HQ MN location the role is assigned to and virtually, depending upon what your role, team and tasks require for that day. Work duties cannot be performed outside of the country of the primary work location, unless otherwise prescribed by Target.

For more information and to apply, click here.

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Posted: 
Thursday, October 16