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Texas State Artist
Nominate the next Texas Poet Laureates, Texas State Musicians, and Texas State Artists (visual arts) by October 15! TCA organizes this biennial designation process, which is the highest honor the State gives to artists.
Information and the online nomination form are here.
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New Grants Approved
On September 3, TCA Commissioners approved funding of 1,143 grants in the first funding round for fiscal year 2027. The grants total over $17 million and will go to nonprofits and units of government in 131 Texas cities. The full list of fiscal year 2027 grants is here.
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New Cultural Districts Approved
On September 3, TCA Commissioners also approved the designation of four new cultural districts: the Edinburg Arts District, Galveston African American Cultural Heritage District, Lufkin Cultural District, and Mitte Cultural District in Brownsville. Congratulations!
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September Commission Meeting
Per State law (Government Code, Chapter 551), the agenda is posted for public review with the Texas Register.
Search for “Texas Commission on the Arts” to view the current agendas posted online. The meeting materials are located here.
Art Jobs
The Development Database Manager is a high-touch technical role that will own data integrity, gift processing, reporting, and platform strategy within the development function to maximize revenue generation and increase the accuracy of revenue forecasts for TACA. A dedicated Development Database Manager transforms Raiser’s Edge into a proactive revenue engine by optimizing the system, automating workflows, and unlocking dormant features. This position can directly accelerate the fundraising cycle and unlock hidden capacity across the (growing) TACA team.
A Day in the Life…
- Gift Processing
- Audit and perform donor records clean up (e.g. duplicate donor records, blank fields, reconciliation gaps between Development and Finance, etc.)
- Expand TACA’s use of advanced tools (e.g. advanced analytics, dashboards, etc.)
- Create a reliable system of records and reporting (i.e. develop SOPs for donor documentation processes)
What You Will Do…
Data Integrity and Gift Processing
● Own daily gift batch processing, including checks and stock gifts, ensuring accurate coding to campaign, fund, and general ledger.
● Run and audit the automated tax receipt process; spot check for duplicate records and formatting inconsistencies.
● Lead a full database cleanup and deduplication effort, standardizing salutations, addresses, and constituent records.
Reporting and Analytics
● Build and maintain dashboards tracking donor retention, campaign ROI, and fundraising KPIs for Development leadership.
● Generate reliable monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reports.
● Create fundraising dashboards so lapsing donors are flagged before they are lost.
Platform Strategy and System Ownership
● Serve as TACA's lead Raiser's Edge administrator: troubleshooting, updates, user permissions, and staff training.
● Identify and activate dormant native features, such as wealth screening and custom dashboards, before recommending any new third party tool.
● Manage integrations between Raiser's Edge and outside platforms used for donations, email, and events.
Finance Alignment
● Partner directly with the Director of Development and Finance to keep gift codes and the CRM in sync with the general ledger.
● Support month end reconciliation and resolve discrepancies between fundraising and finance records.
Documentation and Training
● Write and maintain a step-by-step data entry and gift processing manual covering all core CRM workflows.
● Train Development staff on system use, updates, and best practices.
Prospect Development
● Batch screen unrated donor records using ResearchPoint and deliver prioritized major gift prospect lists to the Director of Development.
What We're Looking For…
● Appreciation and love of the arts
● 5+ years managing and optimizing a complex database platform, with Raiser's Edge experience strongly preferred. Deep experience in a comparable system, such as Salesforce NPSP or Tessitura, will also be considered.
● 3+ years of experience working directly inside a fundraising or development department.
● A demonstrated track record of cleaning up messy data: merging duplicate records, standardizing fields, and using tools like Pivot
Tables and VLOOKUPs, etc.
● Comfort reading a technical manual and teaching yourself a new system feature without formal training.
● Experience building donor and leadership facing dashboards that translate raw data into meaningful metrics.
● Strong technical writing skills, with the ability to turn informal staff knowledge into clear, written processes.
● Experience working with cross-collaborative teams (i.e. finance or accounting team) to reconcile records preferred.
What You Will Gain…
● Meaningful ownership. Lead projects from concept through implementation, creating solutions that have a lasting impact on TACA's fundraising operations.
● Data-driven influence. Design dashboards and reporting solutions that provide leadership with actionable insights and inform strategic decision-making.
● Professional growth. Expand your technical expertise by working with Raiser's Edge, analytics tools, reporting platforms, and fundraising technologies.
● A builder's opportunity. Help modernize systems, improve processes, and create scalable solutions that strengthen the organization's future.
● Mission-driven collaboration. Join a passionate, collaborative team where your ideas are valued and your work directly supports the arts community in North Texas.
● Visible impact. See the results of your work through improved data quality, stronger fundraising outcomes, and more informed organizational decisions.
Distribution of Work by Percentage
● CRM Administration and Data Operations: 40%
Own Raiser's Edge administration, gift processing, data integrity, database cleanup, deduplication, user access, troubleshooting, workflow optimization, system integrations, and tax receipt processing.
● Reporting, Analytics, and Fundraising Intelligence: 25%
Build dashboards, generate fundraising reports, monitor KPIs, produce LYBUNT/SYBUNT reports, and develop major gift prospect lists using ResearchPoint.
● Financial Operations and Compliance: 20%
Partner with Finance to align gift coding with the general ledger, support month-end reconciliation, and resolve fundraising record discrepancies.
● Process Improvement, Documentation, and Training: 15%
Document CRM workflows, create and maintain SOPs for gift processing procedures, train staff, and implement system enhancements and best practices.
Compensation
Salary Range: $65,000+ annually with eligibility for discretionary bonus payout, commensurate with experience and qualifications. TACA provides full-time employees paid health insurance (PPO), life insurance, short- and long- term disability, parking and unlimited PTO (after a 60-day period). Full-time employees are eligible to participate in TACA's 401(k) retirement plan, which includes a dollar-for-dollar employer match on employee contributions up to 3%. TACA offers a flexible hybrid work schedule
Interested applicants should complete the assessment linked below and submit a current resume to info@taca-arts.org.
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/yPfLYHtbxu
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Deadline: 09/14/26
Location: Dallas, Texas
Website: https://taca-arts.org
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TACA is seeking a dynamic, energetic professional as the Executive Assistant and Board Liaison. As a vital member of the team, this position provides critical administrative support to TACA’s President & Executive Director and Deputy Director, along with the TACA team. This position also acts as the key liaison to TACA’s Board of Directors. The Executive Assistant and Board Liaison will be responsible for all aspects of administrative support to the President & Executive Director and supplemental support to the Deputy Director and other TACA staff, as directed, to ensure that TACA operates in an organized, efficient, and professional manner. This position is central to our team’s success. The Executive Assistant will champion a collaborative environment by providing dedicated administrative support and keeping communication flowing smoothly between staff and board members.
A Day In the Life…
Executive Support & Operations
- Serve as a welcoming point of contact for board members, major donors, and community leaders.
- Directly report to and serve the Office of President & Executive Director and manage a complex calendar and priorities.
- Support the Office of the Deputy Director.
- Draft and edit professional communications.
- Anticipate executive needs and proactively solve problems.
- Track priorities, deadlines, and follow-up items across departments including People Operations.
- Coordinate hospitality for board meetings and other in-office meetings and events.
- Build professional relationships with volunteers, staff, and community partners.
- Represent TACA professionally and warmly in all interactions.
Board Management
- Serve as the primary staff liaison to TACA’s Board of Directors.
- Coordinate all Board meetings, Executive Committee meetings, and Board committee meetings.
- Prepare board agendas and meeting materials in partnership with staff committee leaders and
Board/Committee leadership.
- Maintain the annual governance calendar and annual board documentation.
- Record and distribute board and committee minutes.
- Coordinate board orientations and onboarding.
- Maintain governance documents, policies, bylaws, and board records.
- Support board committee work and communications.
- Manage board portal and board communications.
What We’re Looking For…
- Appreciation and love of the arts
- Positive attitude
- Personable and works well with others
- Strong calendaring, organizational, and document management skills, with attention to detail
- Excellent communicator, including interpersonal, writing, editing, and proofreading
- Ability to take initiative, meet deadlines, and be a collaborator in a small/diverse work setting
- Exhibits a high degree of professionalism – judgment, tact, and diplomacy around confidential matters
- Adept in developing and maintaining strong relationships with management, staff, donors, trustees, and other stakeholders
- Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Minimum 1-2 years’ experience
What You will Gain…
- Executive exposure. Partner directly with TACA’s President & Executive Director and Deputy Director, gaining firsthand insight into nonprofit leadership and strategic decision-making.
- Professional development. Build valuable skills through hands-on experience with Raiser’s Edge, one of the leading fundraising CRM platforms used across the nonprofit sector.
- A powerful professional network. Collaborate with TACA’s accomplished Board of Directors and connect with influential leaders throughout Dallas’ vibrant arts and philanthropic community.
- Meaningful event experience. Play an integral role in board meetings, special events, and community initiatives that celebrate and strengthen the arts.
- A seat at the table. Join a collaborative, close-knit team where your ideas, organization, and contributions help drive the organization’s success every day.
- Career-building experience. Develop the executive partnership, project management, and stakeholder relationship skills that will prepare you for future leadership opportunities.
Distribution of Work by Percentage - Executive Support: 40%
Provides administrative, calendar, communications, and relationship support for efficient leadership operations. - Board Management: 40%
Coordinates Board meetings, materials, records, communications, onboarding, and committee support. - Operational Support: 20%
Supports office operations through logistics, hospitality, staff/IT support, tracking, and problem-solving.
Compensation
Salary Range: $60,000+ annually, with eligibility for discretionary bonus payout, commensurate with experience and qualifications. TACA provides full-time employees paid health insurance (PPO), life insurance, short- and long- term disability, parking and unlimited PTO (after a 60-day period). Full-time employees are eligible to participate in TACA's 401(k) retirement plan, which includes a dollar-for-dollar employer match on employee contributions up to 3%. TACA offers a flexible hybrid work schedule.
Interested applicants should complete the assessment below and submit a resume to info@taca-arts.org.
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/K9WpS9Efst
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Deadline: 09/14/26
Location: Dallas, Texas
Website: https://taca-arts.org
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Temple College is seeking a dynamic Technical Director to lead production operations for the Mary Alice Marshall Performing Arts Center (PAC), a premier cultural hub featuring a main stage and the Jackson-Graeter Backstage Theatre. Backed by a rich 50-year legacy of artistic excellence, this role oversees the technical execution for all institutional concerts, theatrical performances, and campus events. The Technical Director serves as a central collaborator within the creative community, partnering with fine arts faculty, supporting students, coordinating with community organizations, and managing production logistics for world-renowned guest artists hosted by the college.
Location: Temple, Texas
Website: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/templejc/jobs/5416410/technical-director?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Deadline: 10/1/26
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Art Opportunities
ICOSA Annual/ Call for Entry
ICOSA Collective (Austin, TX) announces a national call for entries for ICOSA Annual, a juried group exhibition to be held in conjunction with the Austin Studio tour. Open to all US residents working in any 2D/ 3D media and video. The entry fee is $30.
Entry link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2YsutVWv9notzkn1C9HtIRGg6mGMPiC0gnzEUBZCpdWCs9Q/viewform
Thanks to an anonymous donor, ICOSA can waive the entry fee for ten artists experiencing financial hardship. Requests are handled on a case-by-case basis. If you need a waiver, please email us at icosaannual@gmail.com before you start the application. The ICOSA Annual Committee will review your request and respond once a decision has been made.
About ICOSA
ICOSA Collective is an artist-run nonprofit art space committed to championing bold ideas, emerging voices, and experimental artistic practices. Since 2015, ICOSA has served as a platform for contemporary artists through exhibitions, sound installations, film screenings, performances, and collaborative programming that encourages dialogue and creative exchange. With more than 80 exhibitions, partnerships with artist-run spaces across the United States, and collaborations with local and regional artists, ICOSA has become an integral part of Austin's independent arts ecosystem. Visitors to the Austin Studio Tour are invited to explore current exhibitions, connect with artists, and experience a community-driven space where experimentation, collaboration, and contemporary art thrive. The gallery is located in the Canopy Arts Complex on the Eastside of Austin. ICOSA Annual is an exciting opportunity for non-member artists to showcase their work in the gallery during the Austin Studio Tour.
About the Juror
Dennis Nance is an artist and curator from Houston, Texas. He was appointed as Curator for the Galveston Arts Center in 2016 where he organizes exhibitions featuring work by contemporary artists from Texas and the Gulf Coast region. From 2007 to 2016, Nance was Exhibitions & Programming Director for Lawndale Art Center in Houston, Texas, where he worked extensively with local and regional artists through exhibitions and the Lawndale Artist Studio Program. Nance is a past member of the Artist Advisory Board for DiverseWorks and BOX 13 ArtSpace artist board member. He is a practicing artist and has been awarded grants for his work from the Houston Arts Alliance and an Idea Fund Award, administered through Aurora Picture Show, DiverseWorks Artspace and Project Row Houses and funded by The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts. His work has been included in exhibitions at the Art Lab at the Institute for Contemporary Art, Boston; the Contemporary Arts Museum Houston; Webb Gallery; The Brandon; BOX13 ArtSpace; and the Menil Collection bookstore. He received his BA from Austin College in Sherman, TX with a concentration in Fine Arts and French.
Exhibition Schedule
Submission deadline: Thurs, Oct. 1 (11:59pm)
Artists Notification: Thurs, Oct. 16th
Shipped Worked: Friday, Nov. 6th (Arrive before 5pm)
Hand-Delivered Work: Saturday, Nov 7th (12-4pm)
Opening Reception: Nov. 13th, 7-10pm
Show Runs: Nov. 13th - 22nd
Show Closes: Nov. 22nd Meet and greet with Curator 5pm
Work shipped back by: Dec. 1st
The exhibition opens Friday, November 13th and closes Sunday November 22nd. An opening reception will be held Friday November 13th from 7pm – 10pm. All artists and their guests are welcome. The exhibition will run in tandem with Austin Studio Tour, a free, annual, self-guided art event spanning two weekends. Icosa received over 4,000 visitors during the 2025 Austin Studio Tour.
ENTRY PROCEDURE
Entries must be submitted online no later than 11:59PM on Thursday, October 1st. Late applications will not be considered. Please submit all materials via link.
- Artist Statement/CV (no more than 3 pages)
- 5-10 images of works completed within the past two years
- Save images with your first initial, last name (Example:JDoe01.jpg)
- Do not include a price sheet or prices for submitted pieces
- Optional Video Entry, no longer than 5 minutes of video. Must be a YouTube,
Vimeo link, etc. (Please make sure that the videos are not password protected.) - $30 entry fee
Due to an anonymous donor, ICOSA can waive the entry fee for ten artists experiencing financial hardship. Requests are handled on a case-by-case basis. If you need a waiver, please email us at icosaannual@gmail.com before you start the application. The ICOSA Annual Committee will review your request and respond once a decision has been made.
ACCEPTANCE
If your work is accepted, shipped work must arrive no later than 5pm, November 6th. Hand delivered work can be dropped off on Saturday November 7th from 12-4pm. Accepted work must be ready to hang or display in a professional manner.
Artists are responsible for shipping costs both ways and must include a return shipping label with their work. Pack securely. No use of Styrofoam packing pellets (bubble wrap acceptable). No glass on framing of wall-based work, plexiglass only. Work that arrives at gallery damaged will be returned un-displayed. ICOSA is not responsible for work damaged in transit. Unsold work will be packed by ICOSA in the shipping containers they arrived in and shipped out to the artists by December 1st of 2026.
Pick-up of hand delivered work will be coordinated with the artists. Pick-up no later than December 1st of 2026. ICOSA will not store work past the pick-up time.
SALES
Do not include a price sheet in application. Work does not have to be for sale. Sale prices are determined by the artist (after artwork has been accepted). After Square fees, 60% of sale price goes to the artist, 40% to ICOSA. All work must be the property of the artist in order to be available for sale.
INSURANCE
Though great care will be taken in handling your work, ICOSA does not provide insurance for any piece during the ICOSA Annual exhibition. ICOSA recommends the work be insured during shipping, as the artist bears the full responsibility for loss and damage to art while in transit. ICOSA retains the right to decide which work is included in the exhibition.
IMAGE USE
By participating in the ICOSA Annual, artists grant ICOSA rights to use the selected image(s) on printed materials and the gallery website for promotional purposes only.
NOTIFICATION
Artists will be notified of acceptance or nonacceptance no later than Thursday, October 15th.
FAQ’s:
Is there a theme? There is no specific theme, but oftentimes the curator will develop a theme and exhibition title once they have chosen from the submitted works.
Are there limitations on media/ size? We are open to all 2D and 3D media including video and performance. Please be aware that as the artist you are responsible for shipping the work so please take that into consideration if you are not local. Although there is not a specific size limit, the work does need to fit through our door which is 8’h x 4’w and weighs no more than 50 lbs.
Can I submit if I live outside of the Austin area? Yes! Just be aware that you are responsible for getting your work to the gallery by either delivering or shipping. Due to shipping time, only artists who reside in the continental United States are eligible
CONTACT
Any questions, email icosaannual@gmail.com.
Deadline: 10/1/26
Location: Austin, TX
Website: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2YsutVWv9notzkn1C9HtIRGg6mGMPiC0gnzEUBZCpdWCs9Q/viewform
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The application for Small Works 2026 is open as of July 15th, 2026, with a deadline of September 15, 2026.
The Small Works exhibit will showcase a diverse array of miniature masterpieces from local and regional artists, celebrating creativity and craftsmanship in a compact format. Each piece, no larger than 12 inches in any dimension, challenges artists to distill their vision into a compact format, resulting in a diverse and compelling display. The exhibit will offer an intimate viewing experience, encouraging close inspection and appreciation of the intricate details and unique styles that make each work of art a standout.
Best of Show | $500
2nd Place | $300
3rd Place | $200
Honorable Mention | $100
Peoples' Choice | $50 + Georgetown Art Center Membership
For more information and to apply, visit https://visit.georgetown.org/georgetown_art_center/for_artists/small_works.php
Deadline: 09/15/26
Location: Georgetown, TX
Website: https://visit.georgetown.org/georgetown_art_center/for_artists/small_works.php
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Ten Moir Gallery invites artists and photographers worldwide to submit work to our rotating online art challenges. Each challenge is centered around a unique theme and gives artists the opportunity to share meaningful, creative work in a curated online showcase.
Open to artists 18 and older, our challenges welcome painting, drawing, photography, digital art, mixed media, collage, sculpture, and other visual art forms. Selected artists may receive online showcase placement, digital certificates, social media promotion, newsletter features, artist spotlights, interviews, cash awards, and additional visibility through Ten Moir Gallery.
We are looking for artwork that tells a story, explores emotion, captures a moment, or offers a fresh perspective. Whether your work is bold, quiet, experimental, abstract, or deeply personal, this is an opportunity to place your art in front of a wider audience.
Awards may include:
Cash awards, curated showcase placement, artist interviews, mini spotlight features, homepage features, social media promotion, newsletter features, digital certificates, and additional visibility through Ten Moir Gallery.
Eligibility:
Open worldwide to artists 18+. All experience levels and visual art mediums are welcome.
Copyright:
Artists keep full copyright. Images may be used only for challenge-related promotion, online showcases, artist features, and Ten Moir Gallery announcements.
Entry Fee:
First entry is free during the listed free entry period. Additional entries may be submitted for a fee.
Deadline:
Ten Moir Gallery hosts rotating themed art challenges throughout the year. Deadlines vary by theme. Artists are encouraged to visit the current monthly challenges page for the most up-to-date open calls, deadlines, awards, and entry details.
Apply Online:
https://www.tenmoirgallery.com/art-competitions-open-call/
Deadline: 01/01/27
Location: Online
Website: https://www.tenmoirgallery.com/art-competitions-open-call/
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