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Development Director
Applications accepted through January 17, 2025
See job description, benefits and, pay range.

Burlington City Arts (BCA) is seeking an experienced development director to join our dynamic arts leadership team. This position is responsible for managing and coordinating development activities for BCA programs that serve the greater Burlington cultural community. In addition to designing and implementing the annual development plan, the Development Director works closely with the Executive Director to advance BCA's major gift, capital and planned giving programs. The position is directly supported by an Assistant Development Director and Development and Administrative Coordinator.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about the arts and BCA’s mission, a fast learner, have a track record of success in multiple fundraising categories, have experience managing staff to meet development goals, enjoy creating new community relationships, have excellent written and oral skills, and be experienced using donor database systems. Knowledge and background in the arts is a plus, but most the important characteristic of a successful candidate is desire to build a healthy, vibrant community through BCA's mission. 

The position offers excellent benefits and the opportunity to join a committed and collaborative team in a supportive work environment.

Please send application, resume, and cover letter articulating interest in the position to careers@burlingtonvt.gov by January 17, 2025.

BCA is partnering with the firm of McArdle & Associates for this search. Confidential inquiries may be directed to Scott McArdle at scott@scottmcardle.com.

 

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Volunteer

Volunteers play an integral role in our mission of creating a dynamic relationship between the arts and our community. Volunteers increase their own skills and knowledge through trainings and events, and we welcome volunteers who have an interest in the arts, regardless of their experience level. If you are interested in volunteering with Burlington City Arts, please direct inquiries and applications to the supervisor of the position for which you are applying. All volunteers must submit a Volunteer Application to the acting supervisor by email.

Art from the Heart

Art from the Heart is currently seeking volunteers to visit patients and family members at UVM Medical Center and Children’s Hospital to help make the hospital a more comfortable and creative place through the arts. We visit patient rooms and waiting areas, working one on one and in small groups. A visit with a patient or family members can start as simply as talking about favorite TV shows and music. An Art from the Heart visit can be as complex as a painting party, creative writing session, or team art project. A lot of time it is a quick gifting of an art print and / or supplies and ideas to help spark creative expression. If you enjoy drawing, we create drawings for people on their door windows to personalize and beautify hospital rooms and units. No art skills are needed, just an enjoyment of the arts, and a compassionate approach. If you are interested please be prepared to commit to a weekly shift (each shift is 3-4 hours long) and a minimum commitment of 6 months (we understand there will some pauses with travel, etc.) as it takes a while to get into the flow of Art from the Heart and being in the hospital spaces.

For any questions please be in touch with the Art from the Heart coordinator, Rebecca Schwarz at rschwarz@burlingtoncityarts.org

 

BCA Center Gallery and Visitors Services

Volunteers work to gain a deeper understanding of BCA while acting as representatives to the public. In the BCA Center, volunteers attend the gallery, interact with the public, assist with installations, assist with performance events, and provide general support to gallery staff.

For any questions and more information, please contact Jacquie O'Brien, Customer Service Assistant, 802-865-7166 or jobrien@burlingtoncityarts.org.

 

Public Art Review Committees

Nominate yourself or someone else to serve on a BCA Public Art Review Panel. BCA relies on Public Art Review Panels to independently select artists or artwork for both the Art in Public Places program, BCA Grant Programs, and BCA Artist Awards. BCA maintains a list of individuals from Burlington and beyond with a varied range of experiences and personal histories to bring a wide perspective to the selection process. Selected panelists will be expected to evaluate applications on their own, usually on a computer, ahead of time, as well as provide their opinions and share their thoughts with fellow panelists in-person or over Zoom. Complete this form to apply.

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Internships

Interns play a valuable role in keeping BCA running. With opportunities ranging from communications and marketing to gallery installation and event management, BCA offers our paid interns broad, multidimensional opportunities to gain professional experience while making new connections.

External Exhibitions Intern*

This position supports the Public Arts Coordinator through assistance with weekly off-site exhibition installation and related tasks, including: art hanging, handling, packing and transporting; related administrative functions and install preparation; updating and maintaining the artist database; assistance with special projects, seasonal gallery installation and events as needed; in a professional arts organization/non-profit setting.

*Please note: this internship must be in partnership with the University of Vermont or Saint Michael's College for course credit.

Current Internship Opportunities (EXPAND / COLLAPSE)