Berkshire Creatives Archive

Calls for Submissions

Calls for Submissions

Attention makers, actors, performers, artists, and creatives! Check out the following opportunities to get your work seen by the world:

CINARS 2010: Call for showcases

Deadline: March 12, 2010

DOWNSTREET ART: Call for Guest Curators

Deadline: March 15, 2010

ODE TO DEGAS EXHIBIT: Call for Art

Deadline: March 15, 2010

LEF FOUNDATION: Call for New England Filmakers

Deadline: March 19, 2010

CT+5, REGIONAL EXHIBIT: Call for Artists

Deadline: March 23, 2010

2010 PHILLY FRINGE FESTIVAL: Call for Art

Deadline: April 2, 2010

BERKSHIRE FRINGE EARLYSTAGES RESIDENCY PRGORAM FOR EMERGING WRITERS: Call for Applications

Deadline: April 15, 2010

BOSTON ARTS FESTIVAL 2010: Call for Artists

Deadline: April 15, 2010

2010 VSA ARTS PLAYWRIGHT DISCOVERY: Call for Scripts

Deadline: April 15, 2010

CONTEMPORARY SCULPTURE AT CHESTERWOOD 2010: Call for Entries

Deadline: April 16, 2010

FILM INITIATIVE AND COMPETITION: WHAT’S YOUR ISSUE?: Call for Submissions

Deadline: April 18, 2010

FUTURE GENERATION ART PRIZE: Application

Deadline: April 18th, 2010

MCC TRADITIONAL ARTS APPRENTICESHIPS PROGRAM: Call for Applications

Deadline: April 20th, 2010

SODUS ART BANCK: Residency and Workshop Applications

Deadline: One month before session

MANIFEST: Call for Entries

Deadline: Rolling

HILLTOWN FAMILIES: Call for Submissions, Writing and Photography

Deadline: Rolling

INDEARTS: Call for Submissions, Writing

Deadline: Rolling

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SPARK! @ THE CLARK

SPARK! @ THE CLARK

Bad weather could not stop our Berkshire Creatives’ SPARK!

After a brief postponement due to a late winter snow storm, Berkshire Creatives from across the county  came together to SPARK! @ The Clark!

Click here to visit our Facebook page and see more pictures! See someone you know or yourself in our facebook pictures? Don’t forget to tag, tag, tag!

SPARK! Attendees, We want your feedback!

Please take a minute to fill out this short survey about the event. Tell us what you liked, what we could do better, and most importantly let us know if you made any connections. Thank you for helping us serve the Berkshire Creative Community better!

See you at the next SPARK!

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SPECIAL THANKS TO:

SPARK! Lead Sponsor:

Greylock Federal Credit Union

SPARK! Host:

The Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute

SPARK! Featured Businesses:

DEVRIES FINE ART INTERNATIONAL, INC.

BERKSHIRECOUPON.COM

THE BERKSHIRE REVIEW FOR THE ARTS

BRILLIANT GRAPHICS GROUP

SHAKESPEARE & COMPANY

TAYLOR’S AND FREIGHT YARD PUB

Would you like to be a featured business at a future SPARK!? Please email info@berkshirecreative.org or call 413.822.8324.

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SPARK! @ THE CLARK RESCHEDULED!! THURS. MARCH 4, 2010!!

SPARK! @ THE CLARK RESCHEDULED!! THURS. MARCH 4, 2010!!

DON’T LET THAT SNOW STOP YOUR SPARK!

JOIN YOUR CREATIVE ECONOMY COLLEAGUES AT SPARK @ THE CLARK!

NETWORKING EVENT FOR BERKSHIRE CREATIVES!

Come and meet your creative economy colleagues! If words like art, culture, design, innovation, and technology are part of your vocabulary chances are you are part of the region’s growing creative economy. Whether you work in industry or the arts, Berkshire Creative invites you to come out to mix and mingle at our signature event!

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The Clark

Thursday, March 4, 2010

5:30 PM-7:00 PM

Click here for a map!

For more information please contact info@berkshirecreative.org or call 413.822.8324.

CLICK HERE TO RSVP!

Would you like to become more involved in the creative community? Volunteer for SPARK! contact info@berkshirecreative.org or call 413.822.8324.

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ABOUT THE CLARK

In 1950 Sterling and Francine Clark chartered the Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute as a home for their extensive art collection. Opened to public in 1955, the Institute has built upon this extraordinary group of works to become one of the most beloved and respected art museums in the world, known for its intimate galleries and stunning natural environment.

One of the few institutions in the United States that combines a public art museum with a complement of research and academic programs, including a major art history library, the Clark is now a leading international center for research and discussion on the nature of art and art history. Building upon the founders’ legacy, the Institute has recently unveiled its master plan for the twenty-first century, which fosters the Clark’s commitment to providing space for its expanding research and museum programs while maintaining the unique character of its beautiful rural setting.

Click here to visit their website and learn more!

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“Our Creative Berkshires”

As usual, all attendees are invited to bring business cards and brochures to leave on a table showcasing “Our Creative Berkshires.”

Let’s talk across industry, talk across sector, talk across town!

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A SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR LEAD SPARK! SPONSOR

GREYLOCK FEDERAL CREDIT UNION


If you live or work in the Berkshires, you are cordially invited to join Greylock Federal Credit Union.

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SNEAK PEEK OF SPARK! FEATURED BUSINESSES

Check out the Berkshire Creative Economy businesses that will be featured at the upcoming Wednesday, February 24th SPARK! at The Clark

DEVRIES FINE ART INTERNATIONAL, INC.

The Gallery features the figurative bronze sculpture of Andrew DeVries cast by the artist at his studio foundry in Middlefield, Massachusetts in limited editions along with original pastel drawings. Andrew is celebrating his 30th year as a professional sculptor. His works are in private and public collections in 16 countries. The gallery is located in the charming historic district of Lenox.

BERKSHIRECOUPON.COM

Love the Berkshires and love to save? Then you’ll love BerkshireCoupon.com! BerkshireCoupon.com is an online coupon website filled with great coupons to businesses in the Berkshires including restaurants, theaters, shopping, hotels and more! Just go to www.berkshirecoupon.com, Click on the category you’re interested in, Print the coupons you want, and Save right away! It’s quick, convenient, and free. Plus, BerkshireCoupon.com always has great giveaways every month.

Love advertising your business but hate the cost? BerkshireCoupon.com has affordable, effective advertising. Call Dawn Carberry at 413-441-6274 or email save@berkshirecoupon.com.

THE BERKSHIRE REVIEW FOR THE ARTS

The Berkshire Review for the Arts is an online arts magazine based in Williamstown. Launched in 2007 with the mission of providing in-depth, expert articles, reviews, and interviews about classical music, opera, theater, art, photography, dance, books, travel, food and drink, the Review now averages over 100,000 pageviews and 20,000 visits per month, with over 15,000 visitors concentrated in New York, New England, the West Coast, and Europe. In addition to the summer festivals and exhibitions in the Berkshires, we regularly cover events in New York, Boston, Edinburgh, London, and Rome, with occasional reports from wherever one of our more than 25 regular contributors may be. David Porter, President Emeritus, Skidmore College, has said, “The Review is a major cultural resource–and one distinguished by its quality of writing; I’d hate not to receive it.”

BRILLIANT GRAPHICS GROUP

Brilliant Graphics Group is a unique large format solutions provider offering 3D scanning, direct to media printing, photo imaging and digital die cutting. From 1 print to thousands, with the capabilities to produce; trade show display & graphics, backlit images, retail displays, window graphics, banners, box prototypes and Giclée prints.

SHAKESPEARE & COMPANY

Heating up the Berkshires this winter with the wickedly entertaining Les Liaisons Dangereuses (Dangerous Liaisons)—playing the Elayne P. Bernstein Theatre through March 21—Shakespeare & Company is in the planning stages for its 33rd hit season in Lenox, with shows including The Winter’s Tale and Richard III (featuring award-winning actor John Douglas Thompson in the title role). Shakespeare & Company is also home to an award-winning Education Program that is deeply rooted in the Berkshire County community, and is internationally renowned for its Center for Actor Training which attracts students, teachers and artists from over 20 countries who participate in its programs year round.

Learn more at Shakespeare.org

TAYLOR’S AND FREIGHT YARD PUB

Sean Taylor and Colleen Taylor Reinhard have owned and operated the Freight Yard Pub in North Adams, Massachusetts for 15 years. In the summer of 2007, they opened Taylor’s in downtown North Adams near MASS MoCA. Taylor’s has quickly become the upscale steak and seafood house of the Northern Berkshires. Both FYP and Taylor’s have strong local support. The owners pride themselves on serving quality food in an elegant atmosphere. The atmosphere at Taylor’s is upscale, yet casual featuring tempting dishes presented by a knowledgeable and friendly staff.

Would you like to be a featured business at a future SPARK!? Please email info@berkshirecreative.org or call 413.822.8324.

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Mark Your Calendars for SPARKettes!

Mark Your Calendars for SPARKettes!

SPARKette: (n) mini-SPARK! networking event for industry clusters within the creative economy.

SPARKettes are an opportunity for colleagues in an industry cluster to meet and connect at a scaled down, focused networking event. Whether you are part of one of the clusters, seeking services from them, or are just interested in learning more about a particular group, SPARKettes are here to help you ignite that connection!

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SPARKettes are held once a month, February-November 2010, with a different industry cluster addressed each month!

5:30-7:00pm

Upstairs at Jae’s Spice, North Street, Pittsfield, MA

FREE

Cash Bar

Hors D’ouevres and venue generously provided by Jae’s Spice!

Click here to RSVP to the SPARKettes of your choice!

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MONTH//INDUSTRY

FEBRUARY// VISUAL MEDIA
FEB. 9th, 2010

Publishers, Printers, Writers, Photographers, Graphic Designers, Web Designers, Publicists, Marketers

MARCH//CULTURE AND HERITAGE
MAR. 23rd, 2010
Museums, Theatres, Theatre Companies, Garden Museums, Historic Homes, Libraries, Heritage Preservation

APRIL//VISUAL ARTS
APR. 13th, 2010
Artists, Artisans, Galleries, Arts Agents, Collectors, Museums, Art Venues, Crafters, Curators

MAY//COMMUNICATIONS
MAY 11th, 2010

Magazines, Newspapers, Radio, Television, Journalists, Bloggers, Publicists, Marketers

JUNE// FILM AND MEDIA ARTS
JUNE 8th, 2010

Film, Animation, New Media, and Supporting Industries

JULY//ENTREPRENEURS AND SMALL BUSINESS
JULY 13th, 2010

Small Small Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, Sole Proprietors, Freelance Professionals

AUGUST//YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
AUG. 10th, 2010

Young Professionals working in the creative economy

SEPTEMBER//MUSIC/PERFORMING ARTS
SEPT. 14, 2010

Musicians (beginners, teachers, and professionals), Actors, Theatres, Festivals, Venues, Managers

OCTOBER// EDUCATION
OCT. 12th, 2010

Museum Educators, Public and Private School Teachers, School Administrators

NOVEMBER// HOUSING SUPPORT
NOV. 9th, 2010

Interior Design, Landscape Architects, Architects, Builders, Home Product Designers/Makers, Real Estate Agents

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SPECIAL THANKS TO SPARK! LEAD SPONSOR

GREYLOCK FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

If you live or work in the Berkshires, you are cordially invited to join Greylock Federal Credit Union.

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SPARKette SPONSOR


From the Berkshire Eagle: Lichtenstein exhibit showcases Pittsfield

From the Berkshire Eagle: Lichtenstein exhibit showcases Pittsfield
By Scott Stafford, Berkshire Eagle Staff

Friday, January 1, 2010

PITTSFIELD – A juried exhibition of photography at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts is not just an art show.

These are photographs that focus on Pittsfield, from its gritty industrial side all the way through a variety of neighborhoods and setting to some of the soaring architectural beauty that graces the downtown area. And while the show was launched to highlight local artists, it was also a way to give new perspectives to film industry location scouts seeking exciting settings for scenes in upcoming movie projects.

According to Megan Whilden, Pittsfield’s director of cultural development, the idea formed more than a year ago when she was touring the city with a location scout prepping for Martin Scorcese’s upcoming film, “Shutter Island.” It grew further in a meeting with Nick Paleologos, executive director of the Massachusetts Film Office.

The goal, she said, is to give a boost to the creative economy by increasing film industry activity in Berkshire County. The challenge is that the stereotypical image of Berkshire County among many filmmakers is its old mansions, rolling hills, bucolic farmland and pastoral forests. By posting these photos on the Web, film professionals will have new views of the Berkshires to choose from.

“The very first point of sale for movie settings is the location scout, and our best tool to show them what we offer is the Web site (for the Berkshire Film and Media Commission, www. berkshirefilm. Whilden said. “So this show is a great way to celebrate the talent, the neighborhoods and the urban landscape while encouraging a new source of income for the Berkshires.”

The exhibition, which begins today, consists of about 40 photographs submitted by 26 photographers. The jury of three, without knowing the name of the photographers, selected the pieces from about 200 entries submitted by 36 artists. But many more of the 200 entries might still be chosen to appear on the Berkshire Film and Media Commission’s Web site for viewing by location scouts, directors and producers.

The Internet is usually the first step in finding potential filming locations, Whilden said.

The chosen photographs will start appearing there within the next couple of weeks, said Diane Pearlman, executive director of the commission.

“One of the purposes of the Berkshire Film and Media Commission is to facilitate and promote film and television production here,” Pearlman said. “So we want to show the back alleys, the railroad tracks, the whole urban setting we have here.”

Producers and directors are always looking for more locations, she noted, so offering realistic and artistic views of the Berkshires’ urban areas increases the odds that a filmmaker will want to see more.

And the photo exhibition, which they are considering as an annual event, capitalizes on the “many talented photographers we have here, and it allows more people to see many more perspectives of Pittsfield,” Pearlman said.

“Berkshire City: Pittsfield on Film” will run through March 6 at the Lichtenstein Center, at 28 Renne St., just east of North Street. The exhibition is free and open to the public Wednesday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m.

Photographers featured in the show include Kevin Sprague, Kay Canavino, Karl Volkman, Mary Garnish, Joseph Wilk, Timothy Kushi, Scott Barrow, Scott Edward Cole, and Nicole Garzino.

Click here to visit the Berkshire Eagle online and learn more about what is happening in Berkshires and beyond!

Tricks of the Trade is Back!

Tricks of the Trade is Back!

Tricks of the Trade is a professional development seminar series for artists and creatives, held at venues throughout Berkshire County, with one session each month in the North, Central and South sections of the County!

Tricks of the Trade is a program of MCLA’s Berkshire Cultural Resource Center, and is produced in collaboration with Berkshire Creative, Pittsfield Office of Cultural Development and IS183 Art School, and sponsored by MCLA, Excelsior Printing, and the Appelbaum-Kahn Foundation.

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SchmoozingMarch: SCHMOOZING
Making Networking Work For You

Interacting socially with collectors, curators, gallerists, media professionals, and other artists can make a huge difference in an artist’s career – if it’s done right.  Gallery owner Leslie FerrinBess Hochstein will talk about how to gracefully navigate the scene and work the room.  This program will cover techniques that can help you advance your career in social situations, such as preparing the elevator pitch version of your artist’s statement; how to close the conversation (or the deal); the dont’s and do’s of the schmooze; why booze and schmooze don’t mix; and the virtual schmooze – how to capitalize on social media tools like Facebook and Twitter to expand your circle and create a positive impression.

Panelists: Leslie Ferrin (Owner of Ferrin Gallery) and Bess Hochstein (Freelance writer and Cultural Correspondent for Rural Intelligence)

  • Tuesday, March 9th, 6:30-7:30 p.m.: MCLA Gallery 51
  • Wednesday, March 10th, 6:30 p.m.: Lichtenstein Center for the Arts
  • Thursday, March 11th, 6:30 p.m.: IS183 Art School

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CreatingApril: CREATING
How can you secure a residency?

The series come full circle. We have priced, branded, written about, showed and schmoozed about our work.  So now it is time to find the time and space to be inspired and create new work.

Local artist and MCLA professor Melanie Mowinski will talk with artists and residency programs to learn how to choose the best one for you.

  • Tuesday, April 13th, 6:30 p.m.: MCLA Gallery 51: TBD
  • Wednesday, April 14th, 6:30 p.m.: Lichtenstein Center for the Arts: C. Ryder Cooley (Artist)
  • Thursday, April 15th, 6:30 p.m.: IS183 Art School: TBD

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December: BRANDING
How does one artist stick out in a crowd?… and how does the artist find the crowd to stick out in?

In this age of information and advertisement overload, savvy  companies understand the importance of targeting their market and creating a strong brand. A good brand appeals to all the senses, through all channels and yet continues to deliver the same message.  Artists, too, must meet the challenge of branding and promoting themselves.

Jonathan Secor, MCLA’s Director of Special Programs, will interview some of the Berkshire’s branding gurus to explore the key components of a good brand and the most effective methods of delivering that brand.

  • Tuesday, December 8th, 6:30 p.m.: MCLA Gallery 51: David Carriere (Author of ‘Publicity: 7 Steps to Publicize Just About Anything’) *focus on publicity
  • Monday, December 14th, 6:30 p.m.: Ferrin Gallery: Kevin Sprague (Photographer, Owner of Studio Two) *focus on target market
  • Thursday, December 10th, 6:30 p.m.: IS183 Art School: Mitch and Seth Nash (Co-owners of Blue Q) *focus on branding

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WritingJanuary: WRITING
How does an artist write about their work?

“Revealing what, how and why you do your art does not dismantle either the beauty or mystery of it. Quite the opposite. Your effort to reach out invites others to participate in the mystery and to share the beauty.” – Ariane Goodwin, author of Writing the Artist Statement

“Revealing what, how and why you do your art does not dismantle either the beauty or mystery of it. Quite the opposite. Your effort to reach out invites others to participate in the mystery and to share the beauty.” – Ariane Goodwin, author of Writing the Artist Statement

Facilitated by gallerist Leslie Ferrin,* this workshop will look at a plethora of artist statements to understand what connects us most to the work.  Participants will then use these techniques to write their own statements.

Panelists: Seth Rogovoy (Editor of Berkshire Living) and Meryl Joseph (Artist)

  • Tuesday, January 12th, 6:30 p.m.: MAYA III**
  • Wednesday, January 13th, 6:30 p.m.: Ferrin Gallery
  • Thursday, January 14th, 6:30 p.m.: IS183 Art School

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ShowingFebruary: SHOWING
Which galleries should you approach and how? What other venues are there to show?

Finding galleries that relate to your work is the first step in finding a gallery that will promote and sell your work.  Yet getting into a gallery is not easy.  You must first navigate your way through the unwritten rules of approaching and submitting.  In this workshop we will learn ways to determine which fine venues to approach and how best to go about it.

Facilitated by Jessica Conzo, MCLA’s Berkshire Cultural Resource Center’s Program Coordinator.

  • Tuesday, February 9th, 6:30 p.m.: MCLA Gallery 51: Cathy Deely (Producer of “Made in the USA in Pete’s Motors”) and Pip Deely (Curator)  *focus on fine art galleries and non-traditional spaces
  • Wednesday, February 10th, 6:30 p.m.: Lichtenstein Center for the Arts: Gail and Phil Sellers (Owners of River Hill Pottery) *focus on fairs, festivals, and trade shows
  • Thursday, February 11th, 6:30 p.m.: IS183 Art School: Andrew Davis (artist and gallerist) *focus on fine art galleries and non-traditional spaces

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All workshops are free, but do require pre-registration.  For more information, and/or to register, please contact MCLA’s Berkshire Cultural Resource Center Program Coordinator, Jessica Conzo, at 413-663-5253 or Jessica.Conzo@mcla.edu.



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Creative Economy Career Opportunities

Creative Economy Career Opportunities

Check out these creative economy career opportunities!

Relationship Manager, @uto Revenue

Director of Development, Barrington Stage Company

Telemarketers, Barrington Stage Company

Guest Services Associate, The Berkshire Museum

Marketing and Public Relations Manager, Berkshire South Regional Community Center

Development/Fundraising, Berkshire Theatre Festival

Beading Instructor, Bisque Beads & Beyond

In House Sales, Brazabra Corp.

Acrylic Artist, Chartpak

Software Engineer, Craig Technologies

Embedded Software Engineer, General Dynamics

Web Developer, General Dynamics

Print Technician, Interprint

Audience Services Coordinator, Jacob’s Pillow

Marketing and Communication Assistant, Jacob’s Pillow

Ticket Services/Group Sales Manager, Jacob’s Pillow

Ticket Services Assistant Manager, Jacob’s Pillow

Esthetician, Kripalu

Graphic, Media, and Web Designer, Kripalu

Program Development Operations Assistant, Kripalu

Web Developer and Helpdesk Technician, Kripalu

Development and Office Professionals, The Mount

Museum Guard, The Norman Rockwell Museum

Database/Web Administrator, The Options Institute

Sr. Technical Support Enginee, Raytheon

CAD Operators, RTR Technologies

Head Chef, Shakespeare & Company

Development Assistant, Shakespeare & Company

Sous Chef, Shakespeare & Company

Research and Academic Program Associate Director, Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute

Web Programmer, TattooNow

Art Consultant, Undisclosed

Account Manager, Voodoovox

Director of the Multicultural Center, Williams College

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Local Creatives Rise to Meet First Berkshire Creative Challenge!

Local Creatives Rise to Meet First  Berkshire Creative Challenge!

In 2009, Berkshire Creative launched the Creative Challenge to connect Berkshire manufacturers and businesses with local designers, engineers and creative workers. Last week, Interprint and Berkshire Creative announced that the inaugural Challenge, had done just that.

When Berkshire Creative and Interprint, Inc., released the call for applications for the inaugural challenge, there was no way to know what the response would be to the new intitiative. By the September 28th deadline, the response was clear- 39 local creatives, of various disciplines and backgrounds had applied. From those 39 applicants, 21 were chosen to participate, and 18 those 21 participants submitted solutions to the challenge.

From those eighteen submissions, five were selected. Heather Rose’s popcorn inspired design was selected for development, three designs by Thomas Hoadley was put on retainer, and three other participants, Jennifer Clark, John Stritch, and Cate Hunter received small awards in recognition of their designs. All designers will be paid fair market price for any developed design.

“We are so elated that this, our first Creative Challenge, was such a resounding success,” says Berkshire Creative Director, Helena Fruscio. “The Creative Challenge has helped raise awareness that if you are a manufacturer looking for a top-notch designer or a designer looking for a contract with a world-class company, you can find it here in the Berkshires, where creativity lives!”

Companies interested in hosting a Creative Challenge should contact Helena Fruscio, Director of Berkshire Creative by phone or 413.822.8324 or email at helena.fruscio@berkshirecreative.org.

Click here to read iberkshires coverage of the Creative Challenge or here to listen to Charlie Dietz’s coverage on WAMC!

Click here to read past posts about the Creative Challenge!

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Berkshire Hills Internship Program Now Accepting Applicants

Berkshire Hills Internship Program Now Accepting Applicants

The Berkshire Hills Internship Program (B-HIP) is an intensive arts management internship program that combines hands-on work experience with classes taught by arts administration faculty, TalkBacks with the area’s leading arts professionals, and the chance to fully participate in cultural events throughout Berkshire County.  B-HIP offers educational and career advancement opportunities that are hard to find elsewhere!

Program Description:
Berkshire Hills Internship Program (B-HIP) is a structured summer internship course that helps to integrate theoretical concepts and real-world experience. An intensive twelve-week program, B-HIP combines an internship component with a seminar in arts management, talk backs with the area’s leading arts professionals, and full participation in cultural events throughout Berkshire County. Interns work in a multitude of administrative capacities including development, marketing, public relations and programming – as they gain hands-on experience in the field of arts management. Each internship is hand-tailored to suite each interns’ needs, interests and talents. Former interns have worked at institutions such as The Clark Art Institute, MASS MoCA, Berkshire Living Magazine, Shakespeare and Company, and more! MCLA’s tuition rates are generally lower than those of comparable institutions; these same fees apply to the credit a B-HIP intern earns. Scholarships and tuition reductions are available on a limited basis. Interns receive a $100 weekly stipend and are provided with housing accommodations on MCLA’s campus. Click here to read posts from the B-HIP class of Summer 2009 on MCLA’s BCRC’s blog!

Qualifications:
B-HIP is a 12-credit course that is open to college students (juniors and seniors), recent graduates, and working professionals. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Nonprofit, business, and/or arts management coursework or experience in the field is helpful. Applicants should be passionate about the arts management field and be prepared for an intensive twelve weeks. Interns are required to be available for the full program (see website for dates).

How to Apply:
Application Packages should contain the following items:

1. A Fully Completed, Signed, and Dated Application: Fill out the application completely, and answer all essay questions.

2. Resume and Letters of Recommendation: In addition to your resume, you should also include two letters of recommendation. The letters of recommendation should come from people who you have worked with in some capacity. Teachers, academic advisors, former supervisors, and members of organizations you’ve volunteered or worked for make great references. These letters should be from different people than those listed as references in the body of your application.

*Letters of recommendation must be sealed with reference’s signature over the seal. This letter can be mailed directly from reference to the B-HIP office.

Submitting your Application: DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: April 1, 2010

Electronic Submission: In a single e-mail, please attach your application, essays, and resume, and send with the subject: B-HIP APPLICANT: [Your Name] to Jessica.Conzo@mcla.edu*Letters of recommendation must be mailed (see above) or emailed directly from reference to B-HIP office.

Paper Submission: Send your complete application and all materials to the following address: B-HIP Berkshire Cultural Resource Center, 51 Main Street North Adams, MA 01247

Click here to learn more!

FROM ARTS AMERICA…NEA AWARDS GRANTS TO SIX BERKSHIRE CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS

FROM ARTS AMERICA…NEA AWARDS GRANTS TO SIX BERKSHIRE CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS

Both the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) and the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) have completed a new round of funding. The NEA has selected six organizations in the Berkshires, while the NEH looked, but came up empty.

As might be expected, large, well known Berkshire based organizations like Tanglewood, Jacob’s Pillow and The Clark Art Institute were among those blessed, and so was the feisty Barrington Stage Company – for its Musical Theatre Lab project. It runs each summer under the watchful eye of composer William Finn (he of Spelling Bee fame).

But two smaller, literary organizations were also selected, the Orion Society based in Great Barrington, and the Tupelo Press, recently arrived in North Adams and headquartered at the Eclipse Mill. While the Berkshires have long been home to visual and performing artists, the tradition of literary lights living here is also well established, going back to Herman Melville whose home in Pittsfield was named Arrowhead and Nathaniel Hawthorne who had a small cottage in Lenox.

The NEA grants were made under the Access to Artistic Excellence program and chosen from more than 1,600 applications. Access grants “support the creation and presentation of work in the disciplines of dance, design, folk and traditional arts, literature, media arts, museums, music, musical theater, opera, presenting, theater, and visual arts.”

Click here to read the full storyon Arts America!