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Accepting Submissions for 17th Annual Juried International Exhibition of contemporary drawing. UNC Asheville seeks to examine drawing as it is practiced and defined by today’s artists. Such an exhibition will demonstrate the continued significance of drawing through conventional and innovative methods. In efforts to support the breadth of contemporary drawing, media is open to any traditional or experimental drawing media, welcoming two or three-dimensional works, video, and/or installation.

Esteemed Juror, Katharine Stout, will open the exhibition at UNC Asheville with a lecture on January 16, 2026. Accepted work will be exhibited in UNC Asheville's newly renovated and expanded S. Tucker Cooke Gallery from January 16, 2026, through February 13, 2026.

$2000 in awards will be designated by the Juror. Additionally, a purchase prize award will also be available for the permanent collection of the UNC Asheville Department of Art and Art History. A color catalog will accompany the exhibition.

When is the deadline to submit?
November 30, 2025, is the deadline for your entry. Entries must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (Mountain Time Zone). There will not be an extension to this timeline.

What are the size limitations for my work?
Our newly renovated S. Tucker Cooke gallery has been built with a large roll-up door with an opening size of 67" wide and 117" tall. The longest wall in the gallery is 44' in length, and the height is 10'. A pipe grid has been installed in the ceiling to accommodate hanging works. Additionally, the gallery has moveable walls to accommodate multiple configurations.

Are there awards associated with this exhibition?
You bet!! $2000 in cash awards to be determined by the Juror. In addition, we will be awarding a purchase prize to become part of the University of North Carolina Asheville's permanent collection.

Submissions are accepted HERE (https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=16299) . Applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. November 30, 2025 (MDT). Previous Drawing Discourse Exhibitions may be viewed HERE (https://aah.unca.edu/exhibitions/drawing-discourse).

The Festival is open to all writers and playwrights, worldwide, even if you have never written a play before. Plays should not exceed 10 minutes (total stage time), suggested 12-point Courier font, can be of any genre (comedy, tragedy etc.), have a limited number of characters (1-6), and should not have been previously produced in any form. The first page of the play should contain the play’s title, a pseudonym, and all pages must be numbered. The playwright’s actual name and contact information should be in a sealed envelope (if submitting by post/mail) with the script name and pseudonym on the front. This will ensure anonymity during the judging process.

Playwrights should avoid wording that might offend. Hand written plays are not acceptable. Because of the nature of the Festival, the sets must be kept simple and be capable of being changed quickly. Playwrights may submit a maximum of two plays, using a different pseudonym per script. The reading committee will choose eight plays, by eight different playwrights, to be staged by the Annapolis District Drama Group utilizing local directors and actors. Of those eight, one will be chosen by Theatre Nova Scotia as the best written script and receive a prize of $400. A second place best written script, also chosen by Theatre Nova Scotia, will receive a prize of $200. All attending audiences will be asked to vote for the People’s Choice Award, announced at the Sunday matinee on June 22.

Scripts will not be returned and applicants will be informed by March 13, 2026 if their play is to be included in the Festival. For further information contact Verilea Ellis at 902-245-2309 or email verilea@yahoo.ca

The Director of Ticketing is responsible for all aspects of TPA’s event ticketing sales and service. Reporting to the Director of Marketing & Sales, the position leads a team of four full-time staff and a large group of part-time personnel to create a seamless ticketing experience for patrons and achieve TPA’s revenue and attendance goals. The Director of Ticketing works with a wide range of internal colleagues and external partners to successfully present one of the nation’s widest-ranging performance lineups.

TPA’s Group & Student Sales Manager is responsible for outbound marketing to group ticket buyers, providing sales and service to groups, and facilitating TPA’s individual and group student ticketing programs.

The Production Supervisor of Texas Performing Arts at UT Austin (TPA) is responsible for the successful technical production of assigned projects. Reporting to the Director of Production, the position is responsible for planning, budget oversight, on-site production management, and post-event closeout for individual projects. The position enables artists to fully realize their visions and creates exceptional experiences for audiences. To learn more about Texas Performing Arts, please visit https://texasperformingarts.org/.

Applications are now open for Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Spring 2027 residencies. Artists working in all mediums are invited to apply for place-based, immersive artist residencies that connect art, community, and Montana’s diverse landscapes.

This year’s CALL FOR ARTISTS offers 13 residency site opportunities across the state—from remote wilderness areas to historic cultural landmarks—artists are provided time, space, and resources to create and engage with local communities. Each individual residency provides studio space, housing, a stipend, and resources to support creative exploration of place. Visit our website for dates, sites, application details, and to explore past artists’ experiences.

To learn more and explore individual site descriptions, visit our website.

Deadline to apply: Dec 17 at 11:59 PM
Learn more & apply: https://www.openairmt.org/info

Texas Photographic Society is proud to announce the call for entry for our flagship exhibition, TPS 33: The International Competition, juried by renowned artists Barbara Bosworth and Emily Sheffer.

This call is open-themed and submissions from artists of all levels internationally are welcomed. TPS 33: The International Competition will open at the Center for Contemporary Art, in Abilene, Texas, on December 11, 2025.

October 10, 2025 - Call for entry opens, apply through CaFE
November 6, 2025 - Deadline for entry (11:59 p.m. Mountain Time Zone)
November 15, 2025 - Exhibiting artists announced and emails sent to all entrants
December 9-13, 2025 - Work due in Abilene
December 18, 2025- Exhibition opens at Center for Contemporary Art in Abilene with reception TBA
February 7, 2026- Exhibition closes

AWARDS

First Place = $500
Second Place = $300
Third Place = $200
Up to 5 Honorable Mentions may be awarded

ENTRY FEE

The entry fee for current TPS Members is $30 for 5 images, plus $6 for each additional image. The Non-Member entry fee is $40 for 5 images, plus $6 for each additional image. You do not have to be a member of TPS to enter. However, if you enter the competition and join TPS or renew as a member at the same time, you can pay the reduced current TPS Member entry fee of $30.

You may enter up to 12 images. (This call requires a minimum of five images; if you need to submit fewer, you may submit mulitples of the same image to reach the minimum.)

TPS Member Benefits include member feature opportunities via our Members' Gallery, Member Spotlight, Blog, Members' News, Members' Instagram Takeover, social media accounts and E-Zine, discounted entry fees to most TPS competitions, and discounts to programs and services offered through our partnerships.

If you are not sure of your TPS member status, please contact TPS at cpireland@texasphoto.org. All entry and membership fees are non-refundable.

Why Should You Apply to CAL International 2026?
Because your art deserves the spotlight!

This is your chance to showcase your work on an international stage, connect with fellow artists, and compete for $5,500 in prizes.

Selected works will be exhibited at the Madeley Fine Art Gallery in Historic Downtown Conroe, TX — one of the most vibrant art destinations in the region.

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to gain exposure, celebrate your creativity, and be recognized at the Awards Reception on March 22, 2026.
Entries Open: Oct 1, 2025
Deadline: Dec 8, 2025 – Midnight CST
Apply via CaFE https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php

Let your art be seen. Let your voice be heard.
Submit today!

Budget: $60,000.00 for each of the six (6) gates
Deadline: Monday, November 24, 2025, 11:59 PM CST
Location: William P. Hobby Airport, 7800 Airport Blvd, Houston, TX 77061
Eligibility: Greater Houston Area

Request for Qualifications for Civic Art Project for Houston Airports in partnership with Southwest Airlines - William P. Hobby Airport West Concourse Expansion - Gate Portal Artworks

To submit, visit Submittable: Gate Portals
Only applications sent via Submittable will be considered.

Summary
On behalf of Southwest Airlines, Houston Arts Alliance invites artists and artist teams to submit qualifications to design, fabricate, and install Gate Portal Artworks for the Houston Airports West Concourse Expansion Project at William P. Hobby Airport.

This opportunity calls for a series of six significant artwork additions, commissioned by Houston Airports in partnership with Southwest Airlines, to be included in the City of Houston’s Civic Art Collection. The Gate Portal Artworks will be highly visible to millions of annual travelers, creating a memorable and lasting impression of Houston as a vibrant, dynamic, and creative city. Envisioned as defining visual moments for passengers departing Houston, the artworks will be installed atop large tile walls at six locations along the north and south gate seating areas. Each commission offers a distinct opportunity for artists to express Houston’s variety of people, cultures, environments, and events through original, locally inspired works. Collectively, these artworks will form a powerful and multifaceted portrait of the city’s identity and creative energy.

The Hobby Airport West Concourse Expansion will include seven new gates, a state-of-the-art baggage handling system, additional baggage claim carousels and a protective canopy connecting the terminal to the parking garage.

Houston Airports is the City of Houston’s Department of Aviation. Comprised of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and Ellington Airport (EFD) / Houston Spaceport, Houston Airports served 63 million passengers in 2024. Houston Airports form one of the largest airport systems in North America and serves as a primary gateway to Latin America and the South-Central region of the United States. Houston Airports is the winner of the World’s Best Airport Art Program, awarded by Skytrax in 2023, 2024 and 2025. Civic Art at Houston Airports enhances the passenger experience by building and presenting a world-class collection of regional, national and international artworks.

Scope of Civic Art Project and Artwork Requirements
The Gate Portal Artworks commission will consist of six individual wall-mounted two-dimensional artworks located above the gate seating areas in the new West Concourse expansion of William P. Hobby Airport. Each artwork will occupy a defined section of wall along the north and south concourse, positioned to be prominently visible to departing passengers.

Each artwork area measures approximately 16 feet 9 inches wide by 6 feet 6 inches high. The works will be mounted above tiled wall surfaces and should be designed to complement the architectural character of the concourse while creating a cohesive series of distinct, locally inspired compositions. All artworks must meet Houston Airports’ safety, material, and maintenance standards, including requirements for durability, fire code compliance, and ease of cleaning within a high-traffic public environment. Integration with existing wall systems, lighting, and signage will be coordinated with the project design team.

Artworks should meet the following requirements:

• Artworks should be family friendly and suitable for public display to a diverse and international audience.
• Artworks must be free of safety hazards.
• Artworks must meet or exceed City of Houston ADA requirements.
• Artworks should be resistant to graffiti and vandalism and require minimal maintenance.
• Artwork must have an expected life span of at least 20 years.
• Artwork should make a significant artistic addition to the City of Houston Art Collection.

Eligibility
THE FOLLOWING ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY:
Eligibility is open to all artists and artist-teams living or working in the Greater Houston Area and over 18 years of age. Preference/priority will be given to artists not currently represented in the City of Houston Civic Art Collection.

• Currently residing within in the Greater Houston Area: Austin, Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, or Waller counties
• Artist/Artist Team must be able to work at the required scale and have availability to accomplish by the deadline of January 2027.

FOR REPRESENTATIVES INTERESTED IN APPLYING ON BEHALF OF ARTISTS

• Galleries, agents, and representatives submitting applications for more than one artist must submit individual applications for each applicant.
• If multiple artists are included on the same application, the submission will be marked as ineligible.

THE FOLLOWING ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO APPLY:

• Artists currently under contract for a City of Houston Civic Art project.
• City of Houston employees.
• Elected City Officials, Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs Staff, and their immediate family.
• Houston Arts Alliance employees, Board members, Advisory Board members, and their immediate family.

Applications not meeting all eligibility criteria or application requirements will be withdrawn from consideration.

Location and Site
William P. Hobby West Concourse Expansion, 7800 Airport Blvd, Houston, TX 77061
See linked site plans and images for more information.

Budget
The budget of $60,000.00 per artwork is inclusive of all work including, but not limited to, design proposals, artists’ fees, design, engineering, permitting, insurance costs for each year of the project, lighting, software, studio and project administration, travel, fabrication, all materials, installation, and required documentation.

Application Requirements (Include recorded submission lengths for recorded submissions)

1. Artist(s) resume or CV, relevant information for any other key team members (3 pages maximum per artist or team member)
2. Artist Biography (250 words maximum or under 3 minutes)
3. Statement of Intent/Concept Brief (1,000 words maximum or under 5 minutes)
   A Statement of Intent is a declaration of your plans and your ideas for a specific project. A SOI is your chance to demonstrate your personality, professionalism, qualifications, and enthusiasm for a project.
4. Artist Statement (500 words maximum)
   Artist Statement - An artist statement is a written description of your work that helps the audience access or understand your artistic work. The purpose of the artist statement is to inform, add context, and present process and conceptual ideas to the viewer, which may include sources, ideas, and materials in your current practice.
5. Digital images of completed artworks. Applicants should submit up to ten (10) images in JPEG format only with each image no larger than 2 MB. Each image should include information about artist, title, year completed, dimensions, material, commissioning entity, and budget or price (as applicable) for each image provided.

All documents should be in at least a 12-point font, single-spaced, with at least a ½” margin.

Selection Process
A panel of three art professionals and project stakeholders will review qualified submissions and select a short list of up to 18 artists or artist teams who will develop concept proposals for the opportunity. Panelists will consider the following:

• Artistic quality: a unique voice, perspective, or aesthetic.
• Ability to create site-specific artwork responsive to the site’s architecture, light, and community context.
• Contribution of new artistic voices and perspectives to the City of Houston Art Collection.

Contracting
The final commission for this project will be broken out into two separate contracts with HAA, one for design and one for construction (i.e. “commission”). The selected artist must be able and willing to sign contracts for design and commission.

Sample Contracts:

• Attachment A2 - Artist Services Agreement for Design
• Attachment A3 - Artist Services Agreement for Commission

Selected artists will also be required to sign a Visual Artist Rights Act (VARA) Waiver with the City of Houston. View a sample of the waiver here.

Timeline
All dates are subject to change.

• RFQ released: Friday, October 24, 2025
• Artist Info Session # 1** Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 10 AM CST
• Artist Info Session # 2** Thursday, November 13, 2025, 6 PM CST
• Deadline for questions: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
• RFQ submission deadline: Monday, November 24, 2025 11:59pm
• RFQ notification: Monday, December 15, 2025

The following section only applies to artists who advance to the RFP phase.

• RFP released to finalists: Monday, December 15, 2025
• RFP deadline: Monday, January 19, 2026
• Artist proposal presentations: Week of February 1, 2026
• Selected artist notified by HAA: Monday, February 16, 2026
• Contract released to artist: Monday, February 16, 2026
• Project completion: January 2027

HAA will host two (2) artist information sessions about this RFQ via Zoom. Click the links below to register for a session.

• Artist Info Session #1 – Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 10 AM CST:
  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/XsEM7jkaT76m_Gm-2Q5tCg
• Artist Info Session #2 – Thursday, November 13, 2025, 6 PM CST:
  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/xFkyq0srRM2k0jkGrL62Mg

Contact
For questions and/or more information, direct all inquiries to:

Houston Arts Alliance - Civic Art Division
Subject Line: RFQ for Hobby Airport Southwest Airlines Expansion Gate Portal Artworks
Civicart@haatx.com

Please submit all questions in writing via email no later than Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 5 PM CST to civicart@haatx.com. Questions will be answered as they are received and no later than Thursday, November 20. All answers to questions received by the question due date will be posted publicly to the Houston Arts Alliance FAQ Page for this project HERE.

Budget: $710,000.00
Deadline: Monday, November 24, 2025, 11:59 PM CST
Location: William P. Hobby Airport, 7800 Airport Blvd, Houston, TX 77061
Eligibility: United States

Civic Art Project for Houston Airports in partnership with Southwest Airlines William P. Hobby Airport West Concourse Expansion - Suspended Artwork

To submit, visit Submittable: Suspended Artwork
Only applications sent via Submittable will be considered.

Summary
On behalf of Southwest Airlines, Houston Arts Alliance invites artists and artist teams to submit qualifications to design, fabricate, and install one major suspended work of public art for the Houston Airports West Concourse Expansion Project at William P. Hobby Airport.

This opportunity calls for a significant artistic addition, commissioned by Houston Airports in partnership with Southwest Airlines, to be included in the City of Houston’s Civic Art Collection. The suspended artwork will be highly visible to millions of annual travelers, creating a memorable impression of Houston as a dynamic and creative city. The inspiration for this commission is the dappled light filtering through the canopy of old-growth live oak trees. Artists are encouraged to explore concepts that engage with natural light, shifting perspectives and the passage of time as sunlight streams through the concourse’s full-height glass wall.

The Hobby Airport West Concourse Expansion will include seven new gates, a state-of-the-art baggage handling system, additional baggage claim carousels and a protective canopy connecting the terminal to the parking garage.

Houston Airports is the City of Houston’s Department of Aviation. Comprised of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and Ellington Airport (EFD) / Houston Spaceport, Houston Airports served 63 million passengers in 2024. Houston Airports form one of the largest airport systems in North America and serves as a primary gateway to Latin America and the South-Central region of the United States. Houston Airports is the winner of the World’s Best Airport Art Program, awarded by Skytrax in 2023, 2024 and 2025. Civic Art at Houston Airports enhances the passenger experience by building and presenting a world-class collection of regional, national and international artworks.

Scope of Civic Art Project and Artwork Requirements
The West Concourse Suspended Artwork commission is for a large-scale installation located above the westernmost gate areas in the upcoming expansion of William P. Hobby Airport. The designated artwork area lies between the last three structural trusses and spans approximately 118 feet by 49 feet (5,700 square feet). The space is defined by a full-height glass wall to the west and an origami-like ceiling that fills the concourse with natural light throughout the day.

Connection points are provided on a five-foot by five-foot grid. The total weight of the artwork shall not exceed 3,000 pounds, with a maximum load of 400 pounds per roof joist and 1,000 pounds per roof truss. The artwork must remain at least fifty percent open to ensure proper operation of the fire sprinkler system above and must comply with all load, attachment, and safety requirements outlined in the architectural documentation. Power is available in the ceiling plenum through a 120-volt connection, and the artist is responsible for providing any required lighting, control systems, or other integrated components necessary to support the installation.

Artworks should meet the following requirements:

• Artworks should be family friendly and suitable for public display to a diverse and international audience.
• Artworks must be free of safety hazards.
• Artworks must meet or exceed City of Houston ADA requirements.
• Artworks should be resistant to graffiti and vandalism and require minimal maintenance.
• Artwork must have an expected life span of at least 20 years.
• Artwork should make a significant artistic addition to the City of Houston Art Collection.

Eligibility
THE FOLLOWING ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY:
This opportunity is open to all professional artists and artist teams residing in the United States, age 18 and older. Artists working in all media and artistic approaches are encouraged to apply.

FOR REPRESENTATIVES INTERESTED IN APPLYING ON BEHALF OF ARTISTS

• Galleries, agents, and representatives submitting applications for more than one artist must submit individual applications for each applicant.
• If multiple artists are included in the same application, the submission will be marked as ineligible.

THE FOLLOWING ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO APPLY:

• Artists currently under contract for a City of Houston Civic Art project.
• City of Houston employees.
• Elected City Officials, Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs Staff, and their immediate family.
• Houston Arts Alliance employees, Board members, Advisory Board members, and their immediate family.

Applications not meeting all eligibility criteria or application requirements will be withdrawn from consideration.

Location and Site
William P. Hobby West Concourse Expansion, 7800 Airport Blvd, Houston, TX 77061
See linked site plans and images for more information.

Budget
The budget of $710,000.00 is inclusive of all work including, but not limited to, design proposals, artists’ fees, design, engineering, permitting, insurance costs for each year of the project, lighting, software, studio and project administration, travel, fabrication, all materials, installation, and required documentation.

Application Requirements

1. Artist(s) resume or CV, relevant information for any other key team members (3 pages maximum per artist or team member)
2. Artist Biography (250 words maximum or under 2 minutes)
3. Statement of Intent/Concept Brief (1,000 words maximum or under 5 minutes)
   A Statement of Intent is a declaration of your plans and your ideas for a specific project. A SOI is your chance to demonstrate your personality, professionalism, qualifications, and enthusiasm for a project.
4. Artist Statement (500 words maximum or under 3 minutes)
   An artist statement is a written description of your work that helps the audience access or understand your artistic work. The purpose of the artist statement is to inform, add context, and present process and conceptual ideas to the viewer, which may include sources, ideas, and materials in your current practice.
5. Images Digital images of completed artworks. Applicants should submit up to ten (10) images in JPEG format only with each image no larger than 2 MB. Each image should include information about artist, title, year completed, dimensions, material, commissioning entity, and budget or price (as applicable) for each image provided

All documents should be in at least a 12-point font, single-spaced, with at least a ½” margin.

Selection Process
A panel of three art professionals and project stakeholders will review qualified submissions and select a short list of up to three artist or artist teams who will develop concept proposals for the opportunity. Panelists will consider the following:

• Artistic quality: a unique voice, perspective, or aesthetic.
• Ability to create site-specific artwork responsive to the site’s architecture, light, and community context.
• Contribution of new artistic voices and perspectives to the City of Houston Art Collection.

Contracting
The final commission for this project will be broken out into two separate contracts with HAA, one for design and one for construction (i.e. “commission”). The selected artist must be able and willing to sign contracts for design and commission.

Sample Contracts:

• Attachment A2 - Artist Services Agreement for Design
• Attachment A3 - Artist Services Agreement for Commission

Selected artists will also be required to sign a Visual Artist Rights Act (VARA) Waiver with the City of Houston. View a sample of the waiver here.

Timeline
All dates are subject to change.

• RFQ released: Friday, October 24, 2025
• Artist Info Session # 1** Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 11am
• Artist Info Session # 2** Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 6pm
• Deadline for questions: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
• RFQ submission deadline: Monday, November 24, 2025 11:59pm
• RFQ notification: Monday, December 15, 2025

The following section only applies to artists who advance to the RFP phase.

• RFP released to finalists: Monday, December 15, 2025
• RFP deadline: Monday, January 19, 2026
• Artist proposal presentations: Week of February 1, 2026
• Selected artist notified by HAA: Monday, February 16, 2026
• Contract released to artist: Monday, February 16, 2026
• Project completion: January 2027

HAA will host two (2) artist information sessions about this RFQ via Zoom. Click the links below to register for a session.

• Artist Info Session #1 – Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 11 AM CST:
  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tWewGUsZQLKPLI-HIs9kxw
• Artist Info Session #2 – Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 6 PM CST: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ROldJwkwTO2zuQm8FgR9pA

Contact
For questions and/or more information, direct all inquiries to:

Houston Arts Alliance - Civic Art Division
Subject Line: RFQ for Hobby Airport Southwest Airlines Expansion Suspended Artwork
Civicart@haatx.com

Please submit all questions in writing via email no later than Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 5 PM CST to civicart@haatx.com. Questions will be answered as they are received and no later than Thursday, November 20. All answers to questions received by the question due date will be posted publicly to the Houston Arts Alliance FAQ Page for this project here.

The Oklahoma Arts Council, in partnership with the Oklahoma Historical Society, is seeking an artist or collaborative artist team to create a bronze sculpture based on the theme of the historic Battle of Honey Springs. The location for the public art will be in a highly visible and publicly accessible area at the new Honey Springs Visitor Center near Checotah, Oklahoma.

The Honey Springs Visitor Center features artifacts and exhibits that tell the compelling history of the Battle of Honey Springs, considered one of the most decisive Civil War engagements that took place in Indian Territory. The battle broke Confederate power in the territory and demonstrated the courageous efforts of Black troops in combat. The artwork proposed for this project should honor the soldiers identified in the battle, recognizing their heroic achievements as part of the greater war effort. The historical reference necessitates a figurative bronze sculpture with a footing to be placed on the exterior site location near the visitor center.

The artist or artist team will receive $150,000 to create the artwork.

Deadline for submissions is December 15, 2025.

Download the RFQ: https://www.arts.ok.gov/pdf/aipp/OAPP_RFQ_OHS_Honey_Springs_100225.pdf

Submit qualifications here: https://www.arts.ok.gov/Our_Programs/OAIPP/Calls_for_Artists_Honey_Springs.html

The Events Manager within the Development department at The Dallas Opera is a pivotal member of our fundraising team, responsible for planning and executing a diverse portfolio of events designed to cultivate and steward our donor base. This position is integral to the operational success of our development initiatives, serving as a key driver in building meaningful relationships with supporters and ensuring the seamless delivery of high-impact donor engagement opportunities. By orchestrating Development events, the Events Manager plays a critical role in advancing The Dallas Opera’s mission and sustaining the organization’s philanthropic growth.
This position is a permanent full-time position within the Development department, reporting to the Associate Director of Development and working closely with the Marketing and Operations departments.

Responsibilities

The Events Manager will plan and implement all donor-related events. Events fall into a wide range of events ranging from artistic salons, backstage tours, cast parties, catered dinners for donors, luncheons, mixers, opening night parties, receptions, and more.

The Events Manager is responsible for maintaining the events calendar and works collaboratively with members of the Development and Operations teams, as well as the AT&T Performing Arts Center and catering vendors, to plan and execute events. This role includes creating and managing event-related expense budgets, serving as the primary relationship manager for vendors, and providing oversight for vendor interactions. The Events Manager regularly interacts with a diverse group of individuals, including young professionals, high-net-worth donors, Board members, outside vendors, and colleagues across all departments.

Event Manager Duties:

• Plan and execute all membership events for Friends, Inner Circle, Crescendo, Orpheus Legacy Society, and other donor groups
• Plan and execute signature events – Opening Night (fall) and OnStage Dinner (spring); artistic development related events – Vocal Competition Judges Luncheon and post-concert reception (spring); Women Conductors panel discussion and luncheon (fall and winter); post Showcase Concert reception (winter); Titus Recital post-concert reception and dinner (winter); and other events, as needed
• Partner with the Artistic and Production teams to coordinate event programming and artistic elements.
• Work across The Dallas Opera teams, particularly Operations, to plan and execute events
• Collaborate with Marketing and Communications teams to promote events through email campaigns, social media, and printed materials
• Create and manage event budgets, ensuring financial accountability and cost-effectiveness
• Oversee event logistics, including venue selection, vendor negotiations, catering, AV, and décor, serving as relationship manager with all vendors, specifically AT&T Performing Arts Center and catering partners, maintaining positive working relationships while setting performance expectations and enforcing accountability
• Conduct post-event evaluations to measure success and identify areas for improvement; prepare post-event reports, including financial summaries and attendee feedback.
• Serve as the primary point of contact on event days, ensuring all operations run smoothly; handle last-minute adjustments and problem-solve to maintain a high-quality guest experience.
• Work nights and weekends to staff donor events
• Other duties as needed

Candidate Qualities

Traits and Characteristics

• Adaptability to thrive in a dynamic environment by quickly adjusting to changing priorities, solving unforeseen challenges, and maintaining composure under pressure to ensure event success.
• Aptitude for multitasking, prioritizing, attention to detail, accuracy and managing time in a fast-paced environment which often presents competing priorities
• Strong project management and organizational skills; takes initiative regarding quality, accuracy, and timeliness of assignment
• Team player with customer service mindset, collaborative spirit, and proven ability to build productive working relationships internally and externally.

Skills, Knowledge, and Certification

• Three years+ events experience with a proven track record of success
• Excellent writing and copy editing skills
• Demonstrated proficiency with budget and vendor management
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Able to handle sensitive, confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Knowledge of opera, music and/or performing arts is preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and collaborating in a Microsoft 365 environment; knowledge of Tessitura and Asana preferred.

Salary ranges from $50,000-55,000 depending on experience. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, paid parental leave, sick leave, 403b savings plan with employer matching, complimentary tickets to performances, and professional development opportunities.

Texas Ballet Theater seeks a strategic, relationship-driven Director of Development to lead fundraising and donor engagement as the company launches a $40 million capital campaign. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in nonprofit or arts development experience, success with major gifts and campaigns, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Download full job description here: https://sweibelarts.com/open-positions/

HCCC seeks a welcoming, detail-oriented individual with a passion for contemporary craft to join us as the Reception and Retail Associate. The person in this central, public-facing role is the first point of contact for visitors and should promote a warm and professional environment while supporting the sales of unique, handmade works. As part of a collaborative and creative team, the position manages a variety of administrative responsibilities, which contribute to the daily operations and overall mission of the organization.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated administrative experience plus customer service or sales experience. Knowledge and appreciation of creative arts is preferred. This position works a Tuesday – Saturday schedule and occasional evening events.

This position will remain open until filled.
To learn more about the position and how to apply, visit: https://crafthouston.org/about/#employment

FOR IMMEDIATE HIRE
This is a full-time on-site role for an Administrator in Art Auctions at Lark Mason Associates. The role is based in their New Braunfels, TX location. The Administrator will be responsible for client communications during the consignment process, ensuring smooth communication between all relevant parties. This role will also handle administrative tasks such as maintaining records, assisting with catalog preparation, managing incoming consignment property, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Other administrative tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications
Proficient in organization and administrative skills
Excellent communication and client liaison skills
Ability to work with customers and their consignments for sale
Flexibility and adaptability essential
Strong record-keeping and data management skills
Familiarity with art and auction industry practices is a plus
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, (Art) History, English or related field preferred
Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure