CALLS FOR ART / CONTESTS / COMPETITIONS / WORKSHOPS / EVENTS / FELLOWSHIPS / RESIDENCIES
National Public Art Opportunities
Call for Art: Application of Juried Exhibition (DEADLINE APPLICATION 9/16)
Call for Art: Lakeville Area Arts Center & Lakeville City Hall Exhibition Opportunities
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES (Part-time- and full-time, temporary and ongoing)
Organization: The Museum of Russian Art
Title: Contract Teaching Artist (Visual Arts)
Pay: $40/hour
Overview: We seek Teaching Artists as part of a project to deliver free workshops expanding access to high-quality arts experiences for underserved seniors and families around the Twin Cities. Workshops will take place at The Museum of Russian Art, in senior centers and senior living facilities, and at partner sites like public libraries. (DEADLINE APPLICATION: 10/01/2025).
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: KidzArt
Title: After School Art Instructor
Pay: $15/hr-Training $20-25/hr-Teaching (Part-time)
Overview: We’re looking for a passionate, reliable After-School Art Instructor to inspire students through engaging, hands-on art lessons.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Minnesota City Jobs
Title: Youth Art Instructor
Pay: $23.05/hr
Overview: The Eagan Art House is seeking a creative and collaborative individual for our open Youth Art Instructor position. This position teaches visual art for the Eagan Art House youth and teen classes, birthday parties, and field trips. Students are primarily ages 6 to 14. This position will implement pre-planned curriculum in a variety of media including clay, painting, and multi-media.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Walker Art Center
Title: Part-Time Gallery Assistant
Pay: $17.82/hr
Overview: This individual will provide all Walker visitors with an engaging and exemplary guest experience. This individual will support and lead daily operations of the Gallery Assistant team and work collaboratively to improve the quality of the customer experience.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: White House Custom Colour
Title: Part-Time Fine Art Production
Pay: $15/hr
Overview: Join the passionate team at White House Custom Colour, where we produce, package, and ship high-quality products that preserve photographic memories for a lifetime. We value diversity and authenticity in a creative, casual, and respectful environment. Our facilities are modern, clean, and safe, with comfortable spaces, free coffee, and snacks. No experience is required—we provide paid training and are hiring immediately.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: GREAT Theatre
Title: Carpenter
Pay: $18-22/hr
Overview: As a carpenter, you’ll play a vital role in bringing the artistic vision of a production to life! You’ll get to build, install, and maintain scenic elements, sets, and props- on budget and within tight timelines. Working closely with other production team members, you’ll interpret technical drawings, utilize woodworking tools, and ensure the structural integrity and safety of scenic pieces, with a focus on quality craftsmanship and efficiency.
For more information and to apply, click here.
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Organization: Kohl’s
Title: Apparel Design Intern
Pay: $16.50/hr
Overview:
As an Apparel Design Intern, you will support all aspects of product creation for Kohl’s private-label brands. You will gain a strong understanding of each brand’s aesthetic and customer while developing the foundational design skills necessary in the apparel industry. You will be placed within a specific category or brand but have the opportunity to gain exposure to multiple areas. You will have the opportunity to:
Assist in research and trends specific to category and brand
Sketch designs focus on stitch, detail and proportion accuracy
Create presentations using Google Slides to articulate design concepts
Present your work with research and application in the form of color, mood boards, collages, and original designs through AI sketches and Photoshop CADs
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: M.A. Mortenson Company
Title: Social Media Intern
Pay: College interns start at $18/hour, with higher pay for sophomores and above.
Overview:
Mortenson’s Strategic Marketing Team is seeking a creative, motivated, and digitally engaged individual to fill the role of Social Media Intern. The intern will help in ideation, creation, and implementation of social media content from across the entire company. The individual in this role will collaborate with other team members, such as communications creators, regional office marketers, innovation specialists, and talent acquisition teams. You'll support the Digital Team by gaining an understanding of Mortenson’s services, offerings, teams, audiences, and customers and translating the goals of all stakeholders into relatable, on brand social media content.
For more information and to apply, click here.
GIGS AND FREELANCE ROLES
Job Title: Graphic Artist/Illustrator
Organization: MN Boule
Pay: $500
Scope: Deadline 9/30
About: Graphic art/illustration for party invite
To Apply: To apply, contact Andrea via phone at 763-656-3889.
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