What is ArtWorks?
ArtWorks 2010
Applications are now available. Apply below!
Applications due March 26, 2010
ArtWorks is the only arts-based job training program for Northeast Ohio high school students that is designed to provide training in the arts while developing skills for the workplace. For several weeks each summer, ArtWorks apprentices create visual and performing art and learn workforce skills.
Through ArtWorks, students learn how to work cooperatively, professionally, and responsibly while earning a wage. The on-going interactions with professionals create mentoring relationships for the apprentices, who learn essential, 21st Century skills that are transferable to any future workplace.
For six hours a day, five days a week, ArtWorks apprentices create exciting work in theater, dance, music, photography and visual arts while learning professionalism and responsibility. In addition to creating art, apprentices host performances and exhibitions of their work that are enjoyed by the entire community, and work with their Teaching Artist to develop a professional portfolio.
Several times throughout the program, guest speakers from the business, arts, and civic community speak with the apprentices about their own careers and the various ways that arts skills and creativity are valued in business settings.
Additionally, ArtWorks provides apprentices and their parents with workshops about the college application and financial aid processes.
ArtWorks provides participants with:
- Hands-on skills in a chosen art discipline
- Valuable job training that will benefit you in any career
- Opportunities to showcase your work in public performances and exhibitions
- Access to representatives from the business, cultural and civic communities who inspire students with real stories of how the arts have made a difference in their professional and personal lives
- Resources for navigating the college admissions and financial aid processes
- A professional portfolio that can be used in future college and work applications
- Hourly pay
ArtWorks 2010 will take place under tents in University Circle and at Cuyahoga Community College's Metro Campus. Interested applicants should be available to work the full six-week period June 16-July 28 (Wade Oval) or June 23-August 5 (Tri-C), Monday through Friday from 9:30AM - 4:00PM. Some Saturdays and evenings are required for performances/exhibits. Transportation is not provided by Young Audiences; however, limited free parking may be available for artists, assistant teaching artists, and apprentices.
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS – Apply Here
Any high school student entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade may apply to be an ArtWorks Apprentice. Graduating seniors are not eligible to be apprentices. No prior arts experience is necessary. We are simply looking for people who are interested in the arts and would like to learn job skills. Students must submit an application on time and be interviewed to be considered for the program. Applications are due by Friday, March 26, 2010 at 4:00PM.
TO APPLY FOR AN APPRENTICE POSITION (Entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade):
- Complete the ArtWorks Apprentice Application Form - Complete the form now online or Download a PDF to print and mail.
- If you are completing the online version of the application, you must download and print this signature form for your parent or guardian to sign and return to the Young Audiences office.
- Have your teacher, guidance counselor, or principal submit a letter of recommendation to the Young Audiences Office.
All Apprentice and Assistant Teaching Artist application materials must be received at Young Audiences of Northeast Ohio, 13110 Shaker Square, Suite C203, Cleveland, OH 44120-2313, no later than 4:00PM, March 26, 2010. Please call 216-561-5005 if you have trouble downloading or submitting either application.
OLDER STUDENTS – Apply Here Any student who will have attained a high school diploma by June 16, 2010 is eligible to apply to be an Assistant Teaching Artist. Assistant Teaching Artists will primarily assist the work of a single artistic group within ArtWorks, working under the supervision and guidance of a professional Master Teaching Artist. Positions are limited. Applicants must submit an application on time and be interviewed to be considered for the position. Applications are due by Friday, March 26, 2010 at 4:00PM.
TO APPLY FOR AN ASSISTANT TEACHING ARTIST POSITION (Entering 1st, 2nd or 3rd year of higher education):
- Complete the ArtWorks Assistant Teaching Artist Application - Download a PDF to print and mail.
- Submit all of the following items:
- A professional resume, including all educational and professional arts experiences
- One written recommendation letter from a teacher, administrator, professor or employer (previous or current).
- Your most recent academic transcript sent to us directly from your high school or college.
All Apprentice and Assistant Teaching Artist application materials must be received at Young Audiences of Northeast Ohio, 13110 Shaker Square, Suite C203, Cleveland, OH 44120-2313, no later than 4:00PM, March 26, 2010. Please call 216-561-5005 if you have trouble downloading or submitting either application.
ARTISTS – Apply Here
Are you a professional artist who enjoys working with high school students in a mentorship/role model capacity? Do you know what it takes to become a professional in the workforce? Artist applications are now available and are due no later than 5:00PM on Thursday, February 11, 2010. For more information contact Young Audiences at 216-561-5005 or info@yaneo.org.
Click here to download the Artist Application. |