Thank you for your interest in the Sangre de Cristo Arts and Conference Center ! We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive campus. For available full-time, part-time instructors, internships, and volunteer positions, we will respond directly to applicants that best match the qualifications for the open positions.
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and references in person at the front desk or email us at mail@sdc-arts.org. We hire team members in a variety of areas and expertise, so additional emails may/will be provided for different positions. Please contact us at 719.295.7200 for more information and any follow up questions.
The Sangre de Cristo Arts and Conference Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Position Title: Graphic and Marketing Liaison
Department: Marketing
Managers: Graphic/Multimedia Lead and CEO
Status: Full-time, 40-45 hours per week (*Position becomes permanent after 90 day probationary/interim period)
:Schedule: 5 days a week, some evenings and weekends during events
Pay Range: $19/HR
JOB DUTIES
DESIGN SERVICE:
- Develop graphics and layouts for promotional materials, publications, and web graphics
- Work with a wide range of media and use graphic design software such as Photoshop, lnDesign, and Illustrator, video software such as Premiere Pro, After Effects, etc. Online software such as Canva to assist other departments, etc.
- Mark up, assemble, and package final layouts for printer
- Maintain archive of images, photos, or previous work products
- Generate the design "brief' to determine requirements and project needs
- Determine and edit necessary copy for artwork
- Prepare rough drafts, present your ideas, and discuss them with clients or supervisors to make necessary changes
- Think creatively and develop new design concepts, graphics and layouts
- Work closely with other colleagues involved in projects
- Assist in creating press kits for print and electronic media
- Duties as assigned
MARKETING DUTIES / SOCIAL MEDIA / PRESS RELEASES:
- Brand management and positive brand value
- Assisting in overseeing outside vendors / agencies providing ads and graphics.
- Monitoring and managing social media; Managing Facebook and Instagram for Arts Center. Overlook and manage Buell Children’s Museum and School of Dance social media, providing brand consistency as they start posting for their own departments.
- Uploading Press Releases on website from each department, providing event info and press release to journalists, etc.
- Duties as assigned
DESIGN DUTIES/REQUIREMENTS:
- Convey a professional and courteous manner in dealing with all customer relations
- Maintain supplies, mailing labels, and other items needed for events
- Participate in Arts Center events, including working events like Festival Fridays, Anniversary Gala, Art Walks, etc.
- Work as a team to develop new strategies to make the Marketing Department run effectively
- Be aware of the Sangre de Cristo Arts Center emergency plan
- Duties as assigned
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Expert knowledge of Adobe CC Products
- Photoshop, Illustrator and lnDesign required. Familiar with Bridge and CC Libraries, Premiere Pro+, After Effects+
- Strong knowledge in the following:
- Branding for Sangre de Cristo Arts Center campus, events, and exhibitions
- Layout and editorial
- Advertising for print and web including social media
- Large format banners and signage
- Posters, flyers, brochures, and other promo collateral
- Invitations and postcards
- Pre-press production
- Photography +
- Motion graphics, video editing and production +
- Branding for Sangre de Cristo Arts Center campus, events, and exhibitions
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written
- Works well with in a team environment
- Detail-oriented, punctual, and reliable
- Bachelors required. Equivalent working experience is a plus.
- Possession of creative flair, flexibility, conceptual/visual ability and originality
- Demonstrate strong graphic design and typography skills with portfolio
- Ability to interact, communicate and present ideas effectively
- Professionalism regarding time, costs and deadlines
- Able to pay attention to detail and balance work on several projects at a time
- Ability to multi-task and shift quickly between a variety of projects
- Pre-press production knowledge is crucial
- Report to Graphic and Multimedia Lead
- Able to meet requests and needs from the CEO and supervisor
Preferred:
- 4+ years of graphic designing experience
- Knows and understands the importance of branding and strictly follow the branding style of Sangre de Cristo Arts & Conference Center Buell Children’s Museum, and School of Dance.
- Ability to conceptualize a brand for a variety of events and exhibitions
- Ability to design for children
- Ability to become familiar with vinyl and vinyl wraps
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & OTHER INFORMATION:
- You must be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
- You must be able to perform the requirements of this position, with or without a
reasonable accommodation
- This position does include fringe benefits or benefits afforded to permanent employees
- Before offer of position, selected candidate must pass an extensive background check
HOW TO APPLY
You must submit: Resume, Cover Letter, and References and meet the job qualifications to be accepted as a candidate for this position. Send your email to mail@sdc-arts.org with all the above and a link to a portfolio site. Or contact Tammie Medina at 719.295.7200 for more information.
We reserve the right to accept no candidates for this position. If you are selected as an interview candidate, you must complete an employment application before the interview.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The application process may be closed at any point as determined by the employer.
The information contained in this position description describes the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for the employee in this position. The incumbent is responsible for performing all duties in a safe and efficient manner in compliance with safe work procedures and safety regulations. This job description is not intended to constitute an offer or contract of employment. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. We are an EEO Employer.
Art Instructors
The Sangre de Cristo Arts & Conference Center is excited to announce the return of art classes! With the great diversity and quality of local talent, the Arts Center welcomes anyone interested in teaching one or more arts classes with us. We are actively looking for painting and drawing instructors and welcome a variety of other mediums!
We are also actively seeking instructors to teach watercolor and/or painting courses for our youth programming for Friday Arts Academy! If you are interested in teach one of these mediums, or any other medium, please reach out to us!
Overview
To submit a proposal to our Director of Education and Programs, Ashton Setvin, please email her at Ashton@sdc-arts.org for more information or any accommodations needed to submit your resume, cover letter, and any references.
Art Workshops for School Groups and Field Trips
We are now offering Art Workshops in Clay and Printmaking! Our workshops have been developed to meet the Colorado State Standards for Visual Arts. A typical workshop is structured for a total visit time of 2-hours; 1.5 hours of instruction time and up to 15 minutes for groups to arrive to our upstairs studios, receive their welcome and project instructions, and for cleanup time at the end.
Workshops are currently priced for school groups at a rate of $100 plus $7 per student. We can accommodate up to 20 students per workshop.
Click more info at the bottom for more information or download the form now and email/submit to Ashton Setvin at ashton@sdc-arts.org.
Peer Mentor Program
We are launching a new volunteer program geared toward High School students! This program will offer opportunities for participants to earn volunteer hours, to learn valuable skills and experience while assisting instructors in our youth art classes, and to be able to attend educational opportunities such as panel talks and seminars about careers in the arts, and students’ other learning goals and interests. This program will also aim to develop a youth arts community where students can develop leadership skills, have meaningful discussions with each other, learn from one another, and have regular socializing opportunities. Click more info at the bottom for more information or download the form now and email/submit to Ashton Setvin at ashton@sdc-arts.org.
Artist in Residence Program
The Sangre de Cristo Arts & Conference Center strives to provide opportunities for artists to improve their skills and craft. We will be launching a new Artist in Residence Program very soon and will be including details and information here. Please check back periodically for updates and for the application to become available to apply. Thank you for your interest and patience!
Internship Opportunities
The Sangre de Cristo Arts & Conference Center strives to provide learning opportunities to students and young professionals. We accept inquiries for internships on a rolling basis. Please click the button below to download and print the internship application. Check the box(es) to mark which department(s) you are interested in interning with.
Departments to choose from include:
Visual Arts/Collections & Exhibits | Education and Programs | Buell Children's Museum | Marketing and Communications | Graphic Design | Development | Facilities and Conference Services | or simply list your interest.
You can email it to ashton@sdc-arts.org and mail@sdc-arts.org, we will make sure to contact you when we receive it and it gets to the right department. Thank you for your interest!
Volunteers
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Sangre de Cristo Arts & Conference Center! We have a great variety of opportunities throughout the year. To volunteer with us, please complete and return a Volunteer Application to us. Applications can be submitted to cayla@sdc-arts.org.
Note that all volunteers, instructors, and staff are subject to completing a successful background check. After completing your application, please also complete the attached Background Check Authorization Form and provide a color copy of your valid driver's license to us. You are welcome to provide those to us via email to cayla@sdc-arts.org or you can bring them to us in-person at the Museum's Welcome Center.
Community Members Needed!
Our community advisory committees are forming for our capital campaign! Our first advisory committee is for the Buell Children's Museum with improvements toward the building and permanent stations/exhibits.
Please email your resume and any information related or helpful for this matter to Tammie Medina at tammie@sdc-arts.org
*Volunteers will require a background check.
Friday Arts Academy Scholarship
Friday Arts Academy is our child and youth arts program which serves students from Kindergarten through 12th Grade. We welcome all students and seek to provide access for everyone. We offer scholarships to as many students as possible each semester.
To apply for a scholarship for our Friday Arts Academy classes, please complete the application form below.
You can return completed applications to Guest Services at the museum’s front desk, email your completed application to ashton@sdc-arts.org, or mail your application to 210 N. Santa Fe Ave, Pueblo, CO 81003 Attn: Ashton Setvin.
Questions: Contact Guest Services at 719-295-7200 or Director of Education and Programs, Ashton Setvin, at 719-295-7200 ext. 7214 or ashton@sdc-arts.org.
School of Dance Scholarship
To be considered for the scholarship, please fill out the following form and submit it with your financial documents no later than August 26, 2023.
You can return completed applications to School of Dance at the Box Office front desk, email your completed application to schoolofdance@sdc-arts.org, or mail your application to 210 N. Santa Fe Ave, Pueblo, CO 81003 Attn: School of Dance.
Questions: Call 719-295-7221 or email schoolofdance@sdc-arts.org.
The Arts Center Associates
The purpose of this organization will be to create a community-wide interest in the local area to support the Sangre de Cristo Arts and Conference Center by promoting educational activities, events, and services related to the fine arts and humanities. The Arts Center Associates meet the 3rd Tuesday of the Month, September through May.
Policies:
The policies and activities of this organization may in no instance conflict with the stated purpose of its parent organization, the Sangre de Cristo Arts and Conference Center, and shall be ultimately responsible to the Arts Center Executive Board.
Membership and Dues:
Membership: The membership shall consist of those persons who are members in good standing of the Sangre de Cristo Arts and Conference Center, and who are willing to devote a portion of their time in the furtherance of the purposes of this organization.
Dues: The annual dues of this Organization shall be twenty (20) dollars per year made payable to the Treasurer of this Organization. Dues shall be paid in January and annually thereafter.
Privileges of Membership:
Any member in good standing shall have the right to vote, participated in meetings, and to hold office in this Organization.
Contact:
For more information or to join The Arts Center Associates, please call Guest Services at (719)-295-7200.
