The PCA&M  Spring Artist Market returns April 23rd from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, with a rain date of April 30th. The event will be held rain or shine on the second weekend if necessary.  

The Artist Market takes place on the front lawn in front of the Scaife building at our Mellon Park location, 1047 Shady Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA.  

 

Applications are due no later than March 1st and vendors will be informed of acceptance by March 8th.

 

Cost : $75 for Non PCAM members and $65 for PCAM members join here. Once juried into the market, your registration fee is nonrefundable.

  

Spaces: 10ft x10ft outdoor, non electric. Vendors must  provide their own tents and tables. A small number of tables are available to rent for $10. Only one vendor per tent is allowed. 

 

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Call for artists…Teaching Artists that is…

 

This call is open to any teaching artist that has taught a class, workshop, or summer camp with PCA&M in the last 5 years. This call is also open to teaching artists that have worked with PCA&M through our program Artists in Schools and Communities. 

 

These are challenging times for teaching artists and we want to celebrate your artwork and acknowledge the work that you are doing within our organization and the greater community to educate and keep everyone staying creative.

 

Please apply through the form below.

 

Submit:

Up to 3 works/images for consideration

Tell us what class or classes that you have taught or worked in residency with either PCA&M or AS&C.

 

Please list the title of artwork, medium, year created, dimensions and price (if for sale). Please submit by February 12th. Accepted artists will be notified no later than February 15th. 

 

All sold artworks will be split 70/30 between the artists/PCA&M

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Reports To: Executive Director, Director of Finance and Administration

FLSA status: Non–Exempt

Job Description: 

The Facilities Coordinator is responsible for cleaning, managing and inspecting the buildings and grounds to identify maintenance issues, such as leaky roofs, faulty electrical, plumbing issues and security systems. The Facilities Coordinator will perform routine custodial duties that directly impact the overall cleanliness and appearance of the Scaiffe and Annex buildings such as emptying trash, sweeping/mopping floors on a weekly basis. The Coordinator manages the repair of facilities either through their own capabilities or via outside contractors such as Climatech etc. When construction and/or bigger repairs are required, the Facilities Coordinator receives job bids and makes recommendations to senior management and oversees the work and manages the project to bring it in on time and on budget. The Facilities Coordinator oversees all supply ordering for janitorial needs as well as lighting, paint and dumpsters when needed. 

Essential functions and responsibilities:

• Monitoring the safety and cleanliness of interior and exterior areas, such as studios, offices, and immediate outdoor spaces.
• Performing routine maintenance on facilities and making repairs as needed
• Scheduling routine inspections and emergency repairs with outside vendors
• Preparing facilities for changing weather conditions
• Provide general support services for staff before/during and/or after events such as: break down and/or set up of chairs, tables, misc. temporary structures. This may include evenings and/or weekends.
• Responsible for keys and security access assignments for staff
• Manage all outside contractors in support of the Facilities Department, including maintaining records and contracts, coordinating project activities, and providing scheduling support.
• Coordinate and clearly communicate to any and all impacted departments of all facilities activities, work directions, and support systems.
• Continued custodial upkeep of both the Scaiffe Building and the Annex.
• Maintain a request and communication system for facility needs from staff

Success factors/job competencies:

• • Responsible
  • Dependable
  • Clear communication skills
  • Problem solver
  • Attention to detail

• Good general handyperson skills

Physical demands and work environment:

• Individual will be required to use a computer with keyboard and telephone
• Individual will be required to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Individual will be required to use basic hand tools and/or power tools appropriate to specific projects. 

Work Days and Shifts:

Position works 3 days or twenty-four hours per week and may include additional time as needed to complete work, possibly including evenings and/or weekends. 

Education/Certification(s)/License(s) required:

• Associates degree and 2 years of facilities management experience or 3 years of facilities management experience.
• Valid driver’s license is required.  

Please provide up to 3 references:

 

The leaves may just be starting to fall, but we know snowflakes won’t be too far behind. We’re happy to be bringing back our Winter Artists Market, for a day of art and cheer to help warm you into the holiday season!

Indoor spaces will be $75 per vendor. Vendors will be stationed in our studios and hallways throughout our building.

If you would like to brave the cold and vend outdoors 10×10 tent spots will be $50 per spot. Our outdoor market last year was a great attraction to passers-by.

PCA&M will be asking each vendor to make a small contribution of art to our silent auction, funds will be used to help us reopen the year round gallery shop at PCAM, where all members will be offered a chance to sell their work.

Winter Artists Market:

Saturday, December 11th | 10:00am – 5:00pm

Vendor Applications are open:

Friday, October 1st – Sunday, November 14th

Accepted vendors will be notified:

The week of November 15th-19th

Cost of table:

Indoors: $75

Outdoors: $50

Notes:

• Only one vendor per space

• Non-refundable fees must be paid by November 25th to reserve your spot.

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PCA&M is excited to present the 2nd Annual Member And Student Exhibition!

Help us celebrate you! We want to showcase the incredible level of talented and
creative people that come through our doors, make artwork in our studios and
generally support PCA&M by being an active part of our community.

This exhibition opportunity is open to all people (18 and up) that have a current
membership with PCA&M (associate, family, senior or student as well as access) and
any person who has been a recent student (2020 until now). Members should be in
good standing and students should state what their most recent class or workshop
was that they took with us.

We want to see your artwork!
Painting, drawing, ceramics, prints, jewelry/metals, photography, digital illustration,
fiber arts, mixed media; we are interested in seeing it all!

Please submit up to 3 images for consideration. All artwork should be ready for
installation upon arrival, i.e. wired etc.

 

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yART is half yard sale, half art show! Finally a place you can sell those pieces that didn’t come out just right, materials you just aren’t using anymore, or even studio treasures that just seem to be taking up space nowadays.

Vendor information:

• We will be accepting applications until June 29th. Accepted vendors will be notified by July 5th. We will be working to curate a variety of art forms at this event.

• Please be aware this is a unique vending event focused on helping you clean up and clean out your studios and back stock. Vendors are expected to bring discounted works, seconds, and even leftover supplies. 75% or more of your items must fit these categories. We welcome vendors to team up and fill a tent with varieties of works and supplies.

• Spaces will be 10’x10’.

• Vendors may not extend outside their assigned area.

• We do not have electricity available.

• Vendors are responsible for bringing a tent, table, and chairs. A limited number of tables will be available for rent at $5 each. 

• All vendors are strongly encouraged to help promote on social media. PCA&M will provide marketing assets, such as branded graphics and imagery specially created for the event.  

• A non-refundable fee of $65 (member) / $75 (non-member) per tent/space will be charged upon acceptance. In order to qualify for member rates all vendors in the tent must be members.

Please email aclayton@pghartsmedia.org with any questions.

Are you a nonprofit organization?

A section of the yArt Sale will be dedicated to assisting arts nonprofits promote their organizations and/or sell products. 5 free slots are available. To apply for these spots please reach out to Audra Clayton at aclayton@pghartsmedia.org.

 

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This form is currently closed for submissions.

PCA&M offers an internship program for college students and recent graduates. Our program operates on a three pronged approach. Interns spend equal amounts of time helping with studio maintenance, learning studio practices from our coordinator and developing their own work. Interns may have opportunities to help educate children at our summer camps or assist with adult classes as needed. Interns can commit  anywhere from 10- 40 hours per week for up to 2 years.

Interested Applicants should contact Ceramics Coordinator Audra Clayton at aclayton@pghartsmedia.org and inquire about current opportunities and how to apply.

Interns are accepted on a rotating basis based on studio needs.

College students on summer break are encouraged to apply.

The PCA&M ceramics coordinator is able to work with local universities for interns to gain college credits.

Pittsburgh Center for Arts and Media offers one 8-9  month residency program per year. This opportunity runs from fall (Sept/October) thru spring ( April/May).  Applicants should have a BFA in ceramics or have an established practice and body of work. PCA&M will provide a semi private studio space, access to all PCAM equipment*, 600 pounds of studio clay, studio glazes , access to all studio firings, teaching opportunities and an exhibition. PCA&M residents do not pay fees and will receive a modest stipend.

Residents are required to work 15-20 hours per week on studio maintenance, present one workshop for members and the public, and be an active member of our studio community. Residents should plan to complete one studio improvement project based on their interest and skills.

Applicants should send a resume, artist statement, 10 images of their work, and a letter of intent to Ceramics coordinator Audra Clayton ( aclayton@pghartsmedia.org). A letter of intent (1000 words or less) should share what residents hope to gain from the residency and what skills they are prepared to share.

Fall Ceramics Residency 2022

Application due by August 1st  | Announced August 14th

*PCAM’s ceramic studios  are equipped with 3 electric kilns, cone 10 downdraft gas kiln, soda kiln, raku kiln, studio cone 10/6 glazes, spray booth, 2 extruders , 2 slab rollers, glaze lab, 14 shared studio wheels,  pug mill, bench grinder, and a photo booth for documentation. Shared residency/tech space has 4 dedicated shelves and a work table for the resident and a shared wheel. Limited access to print/small metals/photography studios, and computer lab.

PCA&M is looking for summer camp instructors knowledgeable in a variety of fine arts and/or media-based artistic practices. Candidates must be comfortable teaching school-aged children specific mediums, techniques, and skills.

Teaching certification is not required, however candidates must have adequate experience working with children and hold PA clearances. 

Camps run Monday through Friday from 9:00am – 3:30pm (30 hours a week).

Wage: $20 an hour

For more information, or any questions please email our Summer Camp Co-Director, Tyler Gedman, at tgedman@pghartsmedia.org.

Position summary:  

The primary purposes of this position are to process PCA&M course registrations.  Position also responsible for processing financial aid, coordinating the placement of live models for classes and a variety of administrative support duties for the PCA&M education program.

Essential functions and responsibilities:

• Process registrations for PCA&M, including but not limited to:  Process registration for Studio, Media Arts, and Youth programming; Assess number of registrations and communicate with instructors regarding high/low enrollment; Process cancellations and remit refunds requests to finance office where appropriate; Manage wait lists; Serve as primary point of contact for students and parents regarding all registration-related questions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for incoming students, visitors, artist members and evening instructors, both in person and by phone.  Respond to general inquiries regarding PCA&M, programs, facilities, and membership.  Send detailed class/workshop reminders and announcement emails to staff and student/parents throughout the term.  Assist instructors as needed with facility and material needs.
• Perform membership related duties, including:  Process memberships and access packages
• Perform a variety of administrative duties for PCA&M education program, including but not limited to:  Input course content into registration software and Google calendar; Manage petty cash
• Open – Close Scaife School as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Success factors/job competencies:

• Attention to Detail
• Accuracy
• Communication Skills
• Organization 
• Customer Service Orientation
• Collaboration 

Physical demands and work environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Incumbent will be required to use a computer with keyboard, telephone or handheld mobile device for extended periods of time, and office machinery as needed.  
• Individual may occasionally be required to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Incumbent must be able to read, see, hear, and speak.

Work Days and Shifts:

Position generally works 3 days per week and must be able to be flexible to work an occasional week night or Saturday. Approximately 20-22 hours per week..  

Education/Certification(s)/License(s) required:

• Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Fine Arts, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Experience/Other required:

• One (1) year administrative experience.  Prior experience in an education or registrar setting preferred. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel.

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