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JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Job opportunities at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts require all levels of training, experience, and education for positions in a variety of areas. Cedarhurst is an equal opportunity employer. Check our Facebook page for current and future job postings.

SUMMER PAID INTERNS

POSITION 1 – Summer Employment Opportunity for a Graduating High School Senior.

Description:
Cedarhurst Center for the Arts (Mt. Vernon, Illinois) is looking for a high school graduating senior who can serve as a part-time Summer ASSISTANT at Cedarhurst’s SHRODE ART CENTER. Employment will start June 1, 2023

Compensation:
$12/hour, up to 15 hours/week in June 2023 and 25 hours/week in July 2023

Qualifications:

  • Applicant must be a high school senior graduating in 2023
  • Applicant must have been enrolled in art courses during their high school tenure
  • Must be organized, with strong people skills, and
  • Experience working with clay and kiln firings is preferred

Interested parties may submit a resume and cover letter by May 15, 2023, to hr@cedarhurst.org.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist with Exhibitions: accept artworks; set up and break down exhibits; create labels; etc.
  • Manage Clay Room activities: Kiln wash shelves; track inventory; prep, load, and unload kilns; glaze and prep student artwork for firing, etc.
  • Prepare art materials for lessons, classes and activities. (Summer Camp, Thursday Night Live, Family Days, Special Events, etc.)
  • Assist summer camp teachers with lesson administration, material preparation, and assist students with their projects as needed.
  • Organize Shrode Art Center (SAC) Supply Closet and track inventory.
  • Promptly and cheerfully greet visitors and serve as an information resource to guests.
  • Assist SAC Assistant with clerical work such as mailings, payments, etc.
  • Provide support and staffing at museum events, as assigned.
  • Staff SAC building when Director is away on business, meetings, or lunch hours.
  • Attend Staff Meetings, held the first Tuesday of every month at 9 am

** Cedarhurst has received a one-time grant from the Illinois Arts Council to fund this part-time position.

POSITION 2 – Summer Employment Opportunity for a Graduating High School Senior.

Description:
Cedarhurst Center for the Arts (Mt. Vernon, Illinois) is looking for a high school graduating senior who can serve as a part-time RECEPTIONIST and MARKETING ASSISTANT.
Employment will start June 1, 2023

Compensation:
$12/hour, up to 20-25 hours/week in June, July, and August, as schedule permits

Qualifications:

  • Must be a high school senior graduating in 2023
  • Must have been enrolled in art courses during their high school tenure
  • Must be able to work independently, as well as collaboratively
  • Must have strong people skills
  • Preferred experience with social media campaigns, videos, content schedules, etc., and/or
  • Preferred experience with website and/or graphic design.

Interested parties may submit a resume and cover letter by May 15, 2023 to hr@cedarhurst.org.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Greet visitors and serve as an information resource to guests, introducing them to all museum offerings.
  • Answer telephones and direct calls to proper extensions.
  • Receive and inventory deliveries.
  • Assist Director of Communications to create marketing materials, post to social media platforms, and update website.
  • Assist Director of Engagement to create promotional items and carry out online engagement efforts.
  • Assist Executive Assistants with clerical work such as mailings, payments, etc.
  • Attend Staff Meetings, held the first Tuesday of every month at 9 am
  • Provide support and staffing at museum events, as assigned.

** Cedarhurst has received a one-time grant from the Illinois Arts Council to fund this part-time position.

VOLUNTEER

Cedarhurst Center for the Arts has a diverse volunteer group. These individuals provide a valuable service by offering their time and talent to support, strengthen and enhance our mission. Duties and time commitment vary according to Museum/ program needs.

Details of specific volunteer needs and a volunteer application will be added to this page in the near future.