Salary Range: $23-28 an hour, based on experience
Hilltop Artists is a youth development arts nonprofit in Tacoma, Washington operating deeply impactful programs since 1994 with broad community support, and a track record of success.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Outreach Director and collaborating across departments, the Outreach Program Coordinator plays a key supporting role within Hilltop Artists’ Outreach Services Department. Outreach Services provides wraparound student support, manages recruitment and evaluation, and oversees key community partnerships including collaborations with Pierce County Juvenile Court, Tacoma Public Libraries, and Tacoma Public Schools initiatives beyond our core studios at Hilltop Heritage Middle School, Silas High School, and Tacoma School of the Arts. As a developing department, Outreach Services offers meaningful opportunities for career advancement, skill building, and leadership growth as Hilltop Artists’ partnerships and community impact expand.
The Coordinator directly leads the Arts Connect program while providing operational, administrative, and direct-service support across broader outreach initiatives. Key responsibilities include coordinating equitable recruitment, enrollment, and program logistics; building authentic relationships with youth and families; and facilitating individualized student support.
This is anti-racist work guided by justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion, grounded in trauma-informed care and social-emotional learning.
]]>glassbaby is looking for a Graphic Designer to join the team that will be responsible for developing both digital / print design projects (brochures, logos, posters, infographics, advertisements). A
bonus would be expertise in motion, specifically short-form video projects.
Responsibilities
Develops graphics, illustrations, and other creative materials for the web, social, and other digital platforms that is on-brand, reinforces our reputation, and is appropriate for our various audiences; Design and layout of materials for internal communications and business materials.
Develop creative and engaging promotional, short-form video to promote the brand through different social media platforms and the website.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Graphic Design, or related field, or demonstrated success in relevant professional fields.
Proven experience in graphic design
Strong visual communications skills, consistent with the tone and feel of the brand
Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (mainly InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere, and Photoshop), Microsoft Office, DropBox, Sharepoint.
Strong video editing experience with Adobe Premiere Pro
Experience with graphic design and production principles and processes; experience in camera operation, location and set management, audio, lighting, sound editing
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere Pro)
Experience developing strategic visual content for social media
Experience with developing graphics, illustrations, videos, gifs, and other creative materials for web, social, and other digital platforms
Solid verbal and written communication skills;
Technically proficient with the ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve;
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with colleagues.
This is a freelance position at 10 hrs/wk for an initial 10 wk period with the potential for a longer term commitment.
Please contact Danny at danny@glassybaby.com if interested.
]]>Center Art LLC, managed by the Space Needle LLC, is partnering with Chihuly Studio to operate the Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibition on the Seattle Center grounds next to the Space Needle.
GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:
The Gallery Attendant Flex Representative supports Center Art’s organization mission, vision and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence, competence, collaboration, innovation, respect, personalization, accountability and ownership.
The Gallery Attendant Flex Rep is responsible for meeting or surpassing the expectations of every Guest by providing a friendly, safe, efficient, and engaging experience while engaging with Guests throughout the exhibition. Duties include maintaining and controlling an even flow of all visitors, advancing Guest’s knowledge and answering questions, and maintaining a clean, safe, positive environment for all Chihuly Garden and Guest Team Members, Guests, and art.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:
We Innovate, Be Iconic
We Create our Future. Today
Own It
Take Care
Be Open, Help People Grow
Work Smarter, Not Harder
Life is too Short
Big Legacy, Small Footprint
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
Part Time Fusing Instructor – click here for more details and to apply
Pratt Fine Arts Center is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Fusing Instructor to join our dynamic team. The Fusing Instructor is responsible for creating engaging curriculum and learning experiences for Pratt students in Fusing Studio. Responsibilities will include teaching Beginning Glass Fusing class and an occasional special topics class, such as Hands-on experience class and Holiday ornament creation class. Must be able to
clearly communicate technical information to students while maintaining a safe classroom environment. Commitment to fostering a universally welcoming and respectful environment, with centering racial equity as Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is a core value at Pratt. Instructors will be responsible for preparing their own supplies for class.
Part Time Glassblowing Instructor – click here for more details and to apply
Pratt Fine Arts Center is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Glass Blowing Instructor to join our dynamic team. The Glass Blowing Instructor is responsible for creating engaging curriculum and learning experiences for Pratt students in Hotshop. Responsibilities will include teaching Beginning Glass Blowing class and an occasional special topics class, such as Hands-on experience class and Holiday ornament creation class. Must be able to clearly communicate technical information to students while maintaining a safe classroom environment. Commitment to fostering a universally welcoming and respectful environment, with centering racial equity as Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is a core value at Pratt. Instructors will be responsible for preparing their own supplies for class.
Pratt Fine Arts Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Preferred candidates will be able to demonstrate an understanding of systemic oppression and the ability to apply an anti-racist lens to all work at Pratt. Black, Indigenous & People of Color (BIPoC) are encouraged to apply.
]]>Elements Glass is looking to fill production positions in our facility supporting our work with North Drinkware. We are an expanding hand-blown soft glass production facility that will increase its product lines.
Responsibilities could include:
Offhand glassblowing in a production hot shop depending on experience, including mold blowing
Hot popping and fire polishing of cups
Cold glass work in our cold shop
Packaging finished glass material for shipment to our customers.
Essential requirements:
-Ability to lift 50 lbs
-Able to fulfill 8-hour shift with little to no sitting
-Must be able to mesh with the existing team of glassblowers
-Must be flexible to an ever-changing shop production environment
-Strong capacity to listen and learn
-Fine eye for finish work
-Able to wear a respirator
-Tolerance for high temperatures
-Punctuality
-Self-motivation
-Must be fluent in English
-Sick time and 401K plan
Preferred skills:
Hot Glass working experience preferred but not required
Use of oxy/propane torches
Salary dependent on experience
Please email resume for consideration to hr@elementsglass.com
GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:
The Glassblower and Demonstrator supports Center Art’s organization mission, vision and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence, competence, collaboration, innovation, respect, personalization, accountability and ownership. This is a part-time temporary position working as an artist, a demonstrator, and an educator.
We Innovate, Be Iconic
Approach the experience through the lens of the Guests and apply our Brand filters.
Produces well-crafted glass objects to demonstrate traditional and contemporary techniques for all audiences.
Clearly articulates an accurate and engaging narration of the glassblowing process to all audiences.
Modifies narration to address requirements for specific groups as needed.
Interacts with audience, answers questions when on stage and off.
Maintain working knowledge of all Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibition policies and procedures.
Provide information about all areas of the Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibition, other attractions, Seattle, and the surrounding area.
Any other responsibilities defined by management.
Own It
Responsible for pace and quality of the show.
Sensitivity to visitor’s learning styles and interpretation of the art.
Responsible for set/up and teardown of any needed equipment and/or materials.
Sets up work area, selecting and preparing irons, blocks, tools, and equipment as needed.
Ensures that the furnaces, annealers, and glory hole are in good operating order.
Performs routine housekeeping during and after each performance to maintain orderly appearance of work area and stage.
Monitors glass and supplies required for demonstrations.
Complies with all CGG safety procedures, practices and rules, including wearing safety equipment, close-toed shoes, etc.
Assist in opening and closing exhibition department routines including cleaning and sanitizing of the exhibition.
Ensure cleanliness and participate in cleaning of work areas following company policies.
Know and follow lost and found procedures.
We Create our Future. Today
Promote a clean, positive, courteous, and professional attitude and appearance to all Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibition Team Members and Guests.
Be a communications specialist: interface with Guests in all public facing areas along the Guest journey. Greet and converse with Guests in a friendly and outgoing manner.
Be an art educator. Share your knowledge with our Guests in an engaging way.
Always remain respectful and courteous.
Take Care
Support other Glassblowing demonstrators during demonstrations and work as a Team
Ensure cleanliness and participate in cleaning of work area and as assigned.
Take steps to ensure proper social distancing between Team Members and Guests.
Incorporate and support initiatives that improve overall health and wellness.
Know Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibition emergency and fire/life/safety procedures.
Reassure the Guests in times of emergency and participate as needed in emergency procedures.
Be Open, Help People Grow
Assist in the ongoing training of fellow Team Members in the operation in the Glassblowing Demonstrator position.
Work successfully with both a diverse Team and Guests.
Create a welcoming environment in the exhibition for Guests.
Work Smarter, Not Harder
Be intentional in understanding the process, procedures, and systems. Continuously look for opportunities to improve efficiencies, incorporate and share key learnings.
Assist in opening and closing exhibition department routines including cleaning and sanitizing of the exhibition. Set your Team Members up for success!
Be informed of scheduled group reservations and any special needs that may need to be addressed.
Work with other departments in day-to-day operational activities.
Life is too Short
Anticipate and Connect- Be informed of scheduled group reservations and any special needs that may need to be addressed.
Focus on solutions, not on frustrations.
Big Legacy, Small Footprint
Do your part to minimize and reduce waste, conserve resources, operate efficiently, and protect air and water quality.
Participate in community outreach opportunities.
Lead by example and assist Guests and Team Members in responsible practices.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
3+ years of glassblowing experience.
2+ years experience as a glassblowing educator.
Working knowledge of hot shop equipment.
Proficient in using computers, knowledge of MS office a plus.
Ability to create excellent quality and wide variety of glass objects quickly to required standards.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; professional presentation and demeanor.
Ability to work independently and as part of a Team.
Ability to work and speak in front of large groups of people.
Professional appearance and attitude.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally using the English language.
Knowledge of Seattle and surrounding area preferred.
Team player attitude.
Ability to react quickly and correctly in a fast paced environment.
Comfortable working with a diverse population and varied point’s of views.
Excitement for learning and teaching.
High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Comfortable following company social distancing and PPE requirements (including wearing a mask for entire shift) with or without reasonable accommodations.
Comfortable participating in wellness checks including Covid19 testing, and temperature checks during the pandemic.
This position primarily works in a mobile hot shop which includes high levels of heat and working closely around flames and furnaces.
This hot shop is outside and has some exposure to the elements of nature including cold, rain, heat, and wind.
This position requires the ability to continually bend, stoop, stand, sit, physically blow air out of the mouth, and lift up to 50lbs repeatedly.
glassybaby is currently seeking experienced glassblowers to produce our one-of-a-kind, hand-blown, glass votive candle holders and drinking glasses this season. join the glassybaby team to hand blow glass and earn top wages in a safe environment where procedures reflect COVID 19 guidelines. Schedules up to 40 hours per week available now through December 20th.
the glassybaby team of shop technicians, operations managers and employees have implemented innovative ideas to change glassblowing processes during COVID-19. using technology and engineering controls has allowed glassybaby to make adjustments that allow glassblowers to perform their craft in a safer way during the pandemic. our safety procedures were reviewed and endorsed by DOHS through Washington State Labor & Industries. This provides glassblowers a way to get back to work while providing income replacement and helps the organization survive and build up much needed inventory.
glassybaby are works of art, as unique as the individual who chooses one, formed by eight hands, born in the usa, citizen of the world, each one with its own name, one of a kind. kind of like you. physically, a glassybaby is a colorful, handblown glass votive made by hand in our hotshop.
since day one, glassybaby has been all about giving, and giving back to organizations that support people in all kinds of need. to date, glassybaby has donated more than ten million dollars to charities dedicated to healing.
qualifications:
* physical requirements performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
swing and day shifts available at our Madrona location, 3406 E. Union Street, Seattle, WA & Redmond location, 7102 180th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052
come spend the holiday season with surround by light & giving out joy at one of glassybaby‘s retail locations:
university village
madrona hotshop & store
bellevue
downtown seattle
glassybaby are works of art, as unique as the individual who chooses one, formed by eight hands, born in the usa, citizen of the world, each one with its own name, one of a kind. kind of like you. physically, a glassybaby is a colorful, handblown glass votive made by hand in our hotshop.
since day one, glassybaby has been all about giving, and giving back directly to organizations that support people in all kinds of need. to date, glassybaby has donated more than ten million dollars to charities dedicated to healing. glassybaby has retail locations in washington and a location in the lake oswego, oregon. glassybaby sales associates provide excellent customer service and represent the glassybaby brand luxury experience. associates will be expected to achieve sales goals and ensure general store upkeep are held to the glassybaby standard.
qualifications:
2 or more years retail experience (or equivalent) preferred
great attitude, strong customer focus
highly reliable
available for the holiday season
Center Art LLC, managed by the Space Needle LLC, is partnering with Chihuly Studio to operate the Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibition on the Seattle Center grounds next to the Space Needle.
This position is for a part time / on call team member. Weekend availability is required. There will be the possibility of more hours in the future.
GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY :
The Glassblower and Demonstrator supports Center Art’s organization mission, vision and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence, competence, collaboration, innovation, respect, personalization, accountability and ownership. This is a part-time / on call temporary position working as an artist, a demonstrator, and an educator.
We Innovate, Be Iconic
Own It
We Create our Future. Today
Take Care
Be Open, Help People Grow
Work Smarter, Not Harder
Life is too Short
Big Legacy, Small Footprint
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED :
At Chihuly Garden and Glass we believe we are a stronger team because of our diversity. Our team members reflect our inclusive city, diverse country, and multicultural world. The Space Needle is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
]]>glassybaby are works of art, as unique as the individual who chooses one, formed by eight hands, born in the usa, citizen of the world, each one with its own name, one of a kind. kind of like you. physically, a glassybaby is a colorful, handblown glass votive made by hand in our hotshop.
since day one, glassybaby has been all about giving, and giving back to organizations that support people in all kinds of need. to date, glassybaby has donated more than ten million dollars to charities dedicated to healing.
qualifications:
shifts available at our Madrona location, 3406 E. Union Street, Seattle, WA
click here to apply
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