The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago is seeking a visionary Pritzker Director to lead the institution into the future, emphasizing community engagement and artistic innovation. Full-time position with a salary range of $575,000 - $675,000.

The Director of Production and Presentation at the Patricia Valian Reser Center for the Creative Arts in Corvallis, Oregon, oversees a wide range of production activities in a state-of-the-art facility. The role involves managing a complex production ecosystem, leading a team of staff, and ensuring the highest standards of aesthetic integrity and operational efficiency. The DPP also plays a critical role in developing original events and contributes to the organization's strategic vision. The position requires a Bachelor's degree, 5 years of experience in project management or venue operations, and a commitment to accessibility in the arts.

ELSEHERE is accepting submissions for the Entangled Garden festival in New York City, seeking experimental artists for installation, live performance, and moving image works. Selected artists will be included in the festival program and may receive various opportunities for future visibility. Requirements include experimental, conceptually strong work attentive to site and capable of public encounter.

StarQuest Dance Competition is seeking a full-time Event Director to lead, manage, and ensure seamless, on-time events in various cities. Ideal candidates must possess strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and project management skills. Knowledge of the dance competition industry and prior leadership experience are beneficial. Travel is required from January-June, with additional travel during World Finals. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and a challenging, yet rewarding experience to grow personally and professionally.

STRATUM Journal of Art, Culture, and the Humanities seeks diverse submissions exploring the concept of commons. Writers, critics, researchers, artists, and cultural practitioners are encouraged to submit work by August 25, 2026. No fee to submit.

The Gold Scholars Program by Gold House offers $5,000 scholarship and support for college freshmen with GPA 3.5+. Applicants must show interest in entrepreneurship or creative fields and commitment to Asian Pacific communities. Application deadline August 28, 2026.

Art at a Time Like This invites artists to propose actionable steps for public art project Take One Action. Selected works will be displayed in Lower Manhattan and virtually, addressing civic and environmental issues.

Welcome to Chinatown is offering a three-month residency for small businesses at a fully built-out storefront incubator in Chinatown's Mott Street. Selected entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to bring their business to life in a real space in front of 5,000 people a day. The monthly base cost is $700 plus utilities and insurance, with additional costs based on a small share of sales. Mentoring, networking opportunities, and community support are provided. Applicants must have online or market traction and a clear vision for the storefront. Open to product and retail businesses with shelf-stable items made off-site.

Milwaukee Sonic Arts Festival is seeking submissions of experimental electronic music and sonic art. Features performances by Alex Weir and Jennifer Clippert. No submission fee. Event on October 24th, 2026 at UWM, featuring concerts, presentations, and workshops. Submission deadline August 30th.

🎶  Call for Emerging Composers! Unison Chamber Music Collective is now accepting applications for our 2026–2027 Emerging Composers Commissioning Program. We will select up to five composers to create new chamber works inspired by the theme Metamorphosis. Selected composers will receive an $800 commissioning fee, mentorship and workshops with professional musicians, a public performance, and a professional recording of their work. At Unison, we believe new music belongs everywhere. Through our commissioning program, new works are premiered in shelters, recovery centers, and correctional facilities as part of our mission to reimagine where classical music is presented and who it is for. Composers of any age are encouraged to apply. Black, Latinx, and gender-diverse composers are especially encouraged to submit. Learn more and apply here: