Here at the Textile Arts Center we're always looking for new, talented people to join our team.
Here at the Textile Arts Center we're always looking for new, talented people to join our team.
We’re currently seeking instructors for the following programs. If your expertise is outside of these areas, send us your information anyway and we'll keep it on file for when we're adding new classes or filling spots. Priority will be given to BIPOC instructors.
For those interested in being part of TAC's community and using the studio resources, we offer a Work Exchange program at our Brooklyn studio. Staff, students, and visitors rely on the commitment that Work Exchange participants make to keep our Studio running as a resource for the TAC community.
Studio Monitoring is a one month commitment to one 4-hour Monitor shift per week, in exchange for one month of free Open Studio.
Studio Monitors can use Open Studio for free during the month of their Work Exchange commitment. TAC Open Studio rules apply.
Shifts:
Studio Monitoring shifts available are Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday 5-9pm.
Responsibilities:
Monitors are responsible for monitoring the studio during Open Studio, including buzzing people in, greeting and signing in students, aiding in clean-up, and closing the studio.
Commitment:
Applicants are asked to commit to work on the same shift for the whole month.
While we run our remote class sessions we have opportunities for Moderators! Find out more about Moderating and apply here.
Studio Caretaking is a one month long commitment to one 3 hour cleaning shift per week, in exchange for one month of free Open Studio as well as $85 class credit.
Studio Caretakers can use Open Studio for free during the month of their Work Exchange commitment and gain $85 class credit. TAC Open Studio rules apply.
Shifts:
Studio Caretaking shifts are available on Sundays between 11am-3pm
Responsibilities:
Caretakers are responsible for cleaning the studio, and communicating with the Studio Manager on Studio Supplies
Commitment:
Applicants are asked to commit to work on the same shift for the whole month.
Throughout the year, Textile Arts Center accepts applications to its Internship Program. We seek motivated individuals who are passionated about textiles, education and eager to learn more about small arts organizations, as well as those who want to share their skill set with TAC while learning on the job.
As part of Textile Arts Center’s mission to act as a resource facility for the textile community, the program allows for a mutually beneficial relationship, and a comprehensive way to engage with the community at large. Through specific responsibilities and projects, our interns will enhance their knowledge of textiles and small arts organization through hands-on experience. Interns are compensated through access to classes and equipment in exchange for their contributions to TAC’s programs and community.
Fall and Spring Internships are a 4.5 month commitment, unless otherwise discussed. Together we create a schedule for each intern that covers approximately 15-20 hours per week. Some internship positions require very specific hours. Summer internships are a 30/hr per week commitment, for 3 months.
Preference is given to those who are receiving school credit, but class credits are provided for all accepted interns.
Generally, preference is given to students who are able to receive credit for their internship, but we accept applications from anyone with a strong passion for the textile arts and a desire to work with an organization with a model such as TAC’s. Applicants must be 18 years of age.
After reviewing applications, we will contact all those who seem like a good fit for specific internships, and we will conduct an interview. If you are unable to make the interview in person, we will schedule a Skype conversation. Interviews will be conducted by specific supervisors. After interviews are complete for those contacted, we will be in touch by via email to let you know about your internship status.
As we base our interview selections on your answers in this application, please be thorough and honest in your answers!
For all internship related inquiries, please email submit@textileartscenter.com
Application Period: Rolling
Interviews: April 8 – 15, 2021 (our timeline is shifting to still be conducting interviews through end of April)
Acceptance: May 1 – May 10
Orientation: TBD
Start Date: May 17, 2021
End Date: August 25, 2021
Applications for Winter/ Spring Internships are reviewed in December
Applications for Summer Internships are reviewed in April
Applications for Fall Internships are reviewed in July
Interns have the opportunity to learn about the daily operations and management of a public arts studio. Responsibilities include: managing inventory, material sourcing + purchasing, maintenance procedures, studio readiness, class prep, and specialty projects.
2 Positions Available
Supervisor: Studio Manager
Interns have the opportunity to work directly in a classroom setting with a variety of textile techniques. Interns are responsible for aiding the Youth Programs Director and Instructors during class time. Interns are encouraged to take on the responsibility of teaching single classes their own. Responsibilities include: helping with class prep + breakdown, working on program development and curriculum writing.
1–2 Positions Available
Supervisor: Education Managers
Interns get hands-on experience with helping to grow an arts organization through outreach and outward-facing interaction. Interns also work on researching and developing new materials to promote textile education to a larger audience. Responsibilities include: basic design and content creation for marketing collateral and social media platforms, basic data reporting and spreadsheet maintenance, assisting with seasonal event planning.
1-2 Position Available
Supervisor: Co-Executive Director, Director of Operations
Interns work in developing and running the Artist Programs at TAC, including the Artists in Residence, TAC Gallery and Studio Rentals. Responsibilities include helping in facilitating classes + meetings, documentation, interview + writing artist features for our blog, research and promotion of textile events, and aiding in curating exhibitions.
1-2 Positions Available
(Not available as Summer Internship)
Supervisor: Co-Executive Director
A background in youth education, strong classroom management skills, proactive, gives and takes direction well and always willing to help. Strong applicants are experienced in a creative classroom environment, with interest and knowledge in the arts, in particular textiles.