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Hiring party
Empact Art
Greater Washington D.C. area
Empact Art is a community art non-profit based in Baltimore that specializes in public art installations that engage people in every stage of the creative process. To learn more about Empact Art and our community art practice, visit www.empactart.life.
applications due:
End of August
Job description
Public sculpture project collaborator
Empact Art is seeking a blacksmith in the greater D.C. area to collaborate on an ambitious community-engaged public art project at Montpelier House Museum in Prince George's County, Maryland.
We are currently developing Ancestral Gatherings, a series of six monumental sculptural works ranging from ~ 2 to 10 feet tall. The sculptures will be created through a combination of forged metal, mosaic, ceramic, and community-generated artwork, bringing together traditional craftsmanship and contemporary community storytelling.
Qualifications needed:
-Availability from Fall 2026 through Spring 2027
-A minimum of five years of professional experience
-An artistic aesthetic that complements the project’s design vision
-Strong communication and collaboration skills
This is a paid collaborative opportunity. Compensation will be determined based on the scope of the proposed design, fabrication requirements, and anticipated labor involved in the project.
Interested applicants should submit the following:
-Artist bio
-Current resume or CV
-Link to an online portfolio showcasing relevant work
-Three professional references
-A brief statement describing why you would like to be part of the Ancestral Gatherings public art project and how your experience could contribute to the collaboration
Please send all materials and inquiries to ali@empactart.life
Hiring party
Society of Inclusive Blacksmiths
Online
The Society of Inclusive Blacksmiths is committed to building equity and diversity in the field of blacksmithing. We offer mentorship, scholarships, grants, and connections to resources. Our goal is to empower and support our community while reducing the social and economic barriers to participation in this field.
applications due:
Currently Open
Job description
SIBs newsletter editor
If you've been interested in getting more involved with the work we do, now's your chance! In addition to writing and designing SIB's newsletters, the Newsletter Editor serves on the SIBs Governance Committee, which meets over Zoom bi-weekly to collaborate on maintaining the organization's operations and planning for its future.
Suggested (though not required) experience for this role includes: Familiarity with website builders, email marketing tools, and/or graphic design tools; copywriting and editing; community organizing; marketing and communications best practices; and non-profit/arts administration.
This is a volunteer role with an annual stipend. Read the full position description here: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:95a9778f-aad1-4334-a361-1e2f3a2b31ce?x_api_client_id=chrome_extension_viewer&x_api_client_location=share
To be considered, please send a letter of interest and relevant experience to inclusiveblacksmiths@gmail.com with the subject line "Newsletter Editor". We look forward to hearing from you!
Hiring party
The Metal Museum
Memphis Tennessee, USA
The Metal Museum is the only museum of its kind in the country dedicated to preserving, promoting, and advancing the art and craft of fine metalwork.
applications due:
Currently Open
Job description
Internships and Apprenticeships
The purpose of the apprenticeships are to assist the Metals Studio with commissioned projects and classes, to serve as an ambassador of the Metal Museum and the metalworking community, and to advance design, fabrication, and business skills.
The Metal Museum offers artist internships in blacksmith, foundry work and repair/restoration of fine metal objects and sculptures. These positions offer artists invaluable experiential learning that is meant to expand their professional and practical skills. We are specifically seeking a Fine Metals Intern to join our Repair and Restoration Department under the guidance of Kevin Burge during the Summer 2025 internship period. Smithy & Foundry interns will be considered for Fall 2025.