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AuditionsPOSITIONS AVAILABLE
AMBASSADOR ANIMAL AQUARIST
Overview: The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum (BMNSM) is seeking applicants for the position of Ambassador Animal Aquarist. BMNSM is an educational non-profit natural history museum and aquarium with a primary focus on shells, mollusks, related ecosystems, and conservation. The Museum opened its renowned exhibits of shells in 1995, was accredited by the American Alliance of Museums in 2010, and in 2020 opened the Beyond Shells Living Gallery of aquariums. The aquariums exhibit over 60 species of temperate and tropical living marine life including fish, corals, anemones, and a wide range of mollusks such as Giant Pacific Octopus, Flamboyant Cuttle, Red Abalone, Giant Clam, and many more. In 2022 BMNSM achieved accreditation by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Prior to Hurricane Ian BMNSM welcomed over 60,000 visitors annually. It is located on Sanibel Island, a sanctuary barrier island that is 70% conserved and considered one of the top shelling and beach destinations in the world. BMNSM is now rebuilding following Hurricane Ian and is on schedule to reopen the aquariums to the public in the fall. The Ambassador Aquarist works closely as part of a dynamic team including the Senior Aquarist, Director of Finance and Operations, and Marine Biologists to practice the highest standards of animal care, maintain the aquarium systems, and educate the public about the marine life under the Museum’s care. This is a full-time position with benefits and reports to the Senior Aquarist. Responsibilities: ● Maintain live animal exhibits, life support systems, and support areas at a high level without direct supervision. - Includes cleaning, feeding, water quality testing, mechanical maintenance, and more. ● Keep detailed records of all aspects of animal care including feeding, maintenance, and water quality. ● Conduct gallery talks for the public such as Keeper Chats. ● Participate in group tours, events, and public programs to educate about the animals and the Museum’s care of them. Includes presenting animals for programs onsite and offsite. ● With the Senior Aquarist, assure institutional practices meet the standards of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. ● Train and manage volunteers and interns, including training in animal handling as needed. ● Other duties as needed. To Apply: Please email a letter of interest, resume, and three references to Senior Aquarist Carly Hulse at chulse@shellmuseum.org. The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum is an Equal-Opportunity Employer. Volunteer Opportnities also available at ShellMuseum.org/volunteer Tampa Museum of Art | Director of Development and Campaigning (Full-Time)
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Calls for ArtistsApply today for the 54th Annual Raymond James Gasparilla Festival of the Arts!
The festival is currently accepting applications for artists to considered for participation in the main show (the Emerging Artists Program application will open in early October). This year the selection jurors (new every year) will choose up to 235 artists to join the festival and vie for nearly $100,000 in prize money including the $15,000 Raymond James Best-in-Show award. Deadline Oct. 1. Read More The 5th Chelsea International Photography Competition The Chelsea International Photography Competition celebrates gifted, notable, and fresh talents in the world of photography. Professional and amateur photographers, at any stage of their careers, are invited to participate in the competition to be discovered and promoted professionally in the heart of New York’s art district. Read More CALL FOR ARTISTS
Skyway 2024: A Contemporary Collaboration Five regional art museums, the Museum of Fine Arts St. Petersburg, The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, the Tampa Museum of Art, the Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College of Art and Design, and the USF Contemporary Art Museum, are pleased to announce a call to artists for Skyway 2024: A Contemporary Collaboration, the third iteration of the exhibition celebrating the diversity and talent of artistic practices in the Tampa Bay area. This is an open call to artists and art collectives residing in Hillsborough, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, and Sarasota counties to submit application materials for the exhibition, which will be presented across the five participating art institutions during the spring, summer, and fall of 2024. 33rd Annual All Florida Juried Art Show
Deadline to Apply: October 1 Apply now at www.Callforentry.org A Juried Exhibition presented by MartinArts MartinArts invites artists residing in Florida to participate in its 33rd Annual All Florida Juried Art Show. Open to all Florida artists in all media. Selected works will be exhibited at the Court House Cultural Center from Tuesday, January 9 through Saturday, March 2, 2024. Awards: First $500, Second $200, Third $100 and up to four Honorable Mentions $50. Contact Jennifer at 772-287-6676 (x2) or email juriedshow@martinarts.org. Please mention “All Florida Juried Show” in the email subject line. ArtsFest Stuart 2024 Deadline to apply: October 1 Apply now at www.Zapplication.org MartinArts invites artists to apply to be an exhibitor as we celebrate our 37th annual ArtsFest. A hometown celebration arts and culture, the 2-day event provides the area with exceptional fine art and fine craft exhibitors, culinary arts, hands-on activities for the family, and a variety of live musical and theatrical performances. Since its inception in 1988, ArtsFest has grown to become one of the most cherished and well-attended community events on the Treasure Coast. It draws arts patrons, collectors, residents, and visitors to the City of Stuart during Florida's busy winter season. The event has received consistent recognition as a Southeast Tourism Society "Top 20 Event" every year since 2016, further highlighting its significance and appeal. Contact Jennifer at 772-287-6676 (x2) or email artsfest@martinarts.org. Please mention "ArtsFest Stuart 2024" in the email subject line. **************************
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