WEEKLY OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHT
CALLS FOR ART / CONTESTS / COMPETITIONS / WORKSHOPS / EVENTS / RESIDENCIES
National Public Art Opportunities
Event: Fall 2026 Film Workshops - AFI Conservatory (From Oct 3rd - Nov 5th, 2026)
Volunteerment: Fall creative mentoring at Lucy Laney, Bancroft and Whittier Schools - Art Buddies (From Oct 6th - 8th, 2026)
Call for Art: Emotions - Ten Moir Gallery (Deadline Oct 5, 2026)
Call for Art: Display at Two Harbors Public Library (Deadline Oct 6, 2026)
Call for Art: Realism - Ten Moir Gallery (Deadline Oct 31, 2026)
Call for Art: Trailhead Gallery - The Loppet Foundation (Deadline Nov 30, 2026)
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES (Part-time and full-time, temporary and ongoing)
Organization: KidzArt
Title: Part Time After School Art Teacher
Pay: $20-25/hr
Overview: We are seeking teachers to cover classes in the Rockford and Maple Grove school districts. This position requires experience working with kids and availability from 2 pm- 5:30 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Arts
Title: Director of Programming & Outreach
Pay: $31/hr
Overview: Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Arts is seeking a collaborative and community-focused Director of Programming & Outreach to lead educational programming, gallery initiatives, community partnerships, grants, fundraising development, and donor relations. This position is one of three peer leadership roles within Foci MCGA’s Co-Leadership Model, working alongside the Directors of Operations & Studio and the Director of Administration. The three Directors share responsibility for organizational strategy, financial sustainability, major fundraising efforts, organizational culture, and mission outcomes.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Nash Frame Design
Title: Custom Picture Frame / Delivery
Pay: $18-20/hr
Overview: Nash Frame Design is seeking for a person will primarily be responsible for delivering our finished projects to our three stores. A background in studio art and familiarity with shop equipment and tools is necessary. Non delivery time will be focused on assisting shop staff and basic custom picture framing duties. This is an introductory position and training will be provided.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Hennepin Arts
Title: Technical Theatre Associate
Pay: $21.63-24.04/hr
Overview: The Technical Associate is a part-time position that will help with seasonal coverage in our Brave New Workshop (BNW) productions and events. The incumbent is a dynamic and essential role within the technical operations team, focused on supporting the technical aspects of our theatre productions and events. This position requires a technically skilled individual who is adept at managing and operating audiovisual equipment and software. You will collaborate closely with the Technical Director to ensure the highest quality of technical execution for all events and performances.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: 24 Seven Talent
Title: Creative Graphic Designer
Pay: $33-37/hr
Overview: We are seeking a versatile Creative Media Designer to support a leading medical device organization in Mounds View, Minnesota. This role blends web and digital design within Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) with traditional graphic design across print, digital, social, and marketing communications.
The position is approximately 60% web design and digital content development using Adobe Experience Manager and 40% traditional graphic design. The ideal candidate is comfortable working across both digital and traditional channels and can produce polished, brand-consistent creative within an established enterprise environment.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: ShirtHub
Title: Screen Printer
Pay: Not specified
Overview: We are looking for a skilled and dedicated Screen Printer to join our production team. In this role, you will be responsible for executing high-quality screen printing on various apparel items. You will work closely with our design and production teams to ensure that every print meets our quality standards and client expectations.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: IDLine
Title: Screen Printer and General Production Staff
Pay: $20-26/hr
Overview: We are seeking a skilled Screen Printer with experience working on hard goods using multi-color printing, color mixing, and material gluing. The ideal candidate will operate a semi-automatic press to produce high-quality prints. Approximately 60% of this role will be focused on hands-on screen printing and press operation, with the remaining 40% dedicated to finishing duties related to badges, event tags, and similar products.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Lakeshirts
Title: Production Artist
Pay: $17/hr
Overview: At Lakeshirts, we're in the memory-making business, creating bold designs for apparel and accessories people love to wear. We're looking for a Production Artist to support our screenprint production floor and help ensure artwork is accurate, production-ready, and aligned with Lakeshirts standards. This is an onsite position in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, where you'll work closely with artists, leads, and production teams to problem-solve, update artwork, and keep orders moving efficiently through production. If you're detail-oriented, comfortable in Adobe Illustrator, and excited to support a team producing high-volume, high-quality products, you'll fit right in.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Lakeshirts
Title: Accessories Art Trainer
Pay: $18/hr
Overview: Lakeshirts is looking foran experienced artist who can explain the why behind the work, coach with patience, and provide clear feedback. You'll combine graphic production knowledge, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop skills, licensing awareness, and practical troubleshooting to support quality, productivity, and 90-day development expectations.
For more information and to apply, click here.
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Interested in internships within the publishing sector? Navigate to Career Development's new resource to learn about the timelines and internship opportunities offered by a number of publishers throughout the year.
Organization: American Public Media Group
Title: Intern, Media Production & Operations
Pay:$20/hr
Overview: We're seeking an enthusiastic intern to support the Media Operations team, including audio & video production and master control. We see internships as a great opportunity to bring new perspectives into our team, as well as recruit future employees into our department. As we provide interns with professional development, they provide us with an extra set of hands-on tasks that require additional help.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: St. Cloud Rox
Title: Graphic Design Internship
Pay: Not specified
Overview: Gain hands-on experience working in a fast-paced sports environment while developing skills in graphic design, branding, digital media, and game presentation. The St. Cloud Rox are an industry leader in fan support, winning, community engagement, staff development, along with consistently creating a ballpark environment that is incredibly entertaining and fun for fans and staff. The Rox have a proven track record of providing interns with hands-on experience and knowledge that will be useful in competing for jobs in the sports industry. This position starts in May and lasts through mid-August.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Star Tribune Media Company LLC
Title: Photo/Video Jounalist Internship – Summer 2027
Pay: $21.25/hr
Overview: We’re seeking dynamic leaders who are passionate about journalism and democracy to help shape this future. If you are excited about reinventing one of our state’s most trusted institutions and leading us into a new era of growth and excellence, we want to hear from you. We offer a 10-week summer photography and video internship at our headquarters in Minneapolis, MN. We select talented, driven college juniors, seniors and graduate students who can cover breaking news, as well as enterprise stories. We expect our interns to come to us with skill and leave with polish and invaluable experience from a major-market newsroom. Interns are paid $850 a week. Interns may be able to apply for any available apprenticeships at the completion of the summer.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Activision
Title: Summer Internships
Pay: $20-50/hr
Overview: Activision is seeking talent for different intern positions. All internships will be conducted in-person. Hosting managers will determine when and how often interns work in the office. All interns will have the option to opt into relocation services (flights, trains, or car mileage reimbursement). Additionally, all interns will be provided with a living stipend to subsidize housing, utility, commuting, and miscellaneous costs.
For more information and to apply, click here.
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