Northwest Art Alliance which produces the Best of the Northwest Art and Fine Craft Show, is seeking applicants for the Board of Directors who have a Passion for Art and Fine Craft!
- HELP MOVE OUR ORGANIZATION FORWARD AND IN NEW DIRECTIONS
- QUALITY IS PARAMOUNT - CREATIVITY WELCOMED
We invite interested parties from all over the NW United States to Join a group of artists and art advocates to advance the mission of this non-profit organization. Help us chart the future of this dynamic arts organization through artist development, broad community connections and opportunities for new pathways to celebrate art and fine craft. If you have questions or would like to apply, please press the respond button and we will be in contact.
What is the commitment and focus for members of the Board of Directors?
- Provide enthusiastic support for Art and the Mission and Vision of Northwest Art Alliance
- Demonstrate sound, ethical and legal governance
- Execute responsible and transparent financial practices and oversight
- Demonstrate respectful internal and external communications
- Actively pursue diversity in all aspects and levels of the organization and its mission
TIME COMMITMENT
- Active participation at monthly virtual meetings of 2 hours. Meetings are currently planned for the first Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. via video conference.
- 1-2 extended in person meetings per year for work planning and relationship building (out of area members can join virtually)
- Active involvement in pursuit of organizational goals
- Term of service is 2 years, with the opportunity to renew
SKILLS, TALENT AND KNOWLEDGE NEEDED some or all or… something you think of
- Passion for Art and Fine Craft
- Leadership Skills - Willingness to make hard decisions
- Community connections - Promote community outreach and the development of connections and partnerships throughout the Northwest region with all age groups.
- Non-Profit Organizational Support Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Fundraising &/or Grant Writing
- Marketing and Communication including Social and Online Media
- Helpful Business Skills
- Note taking, word processing/spreadsheet and presentation software
- Financial Management, ie use of online tools and applications (i.e.. Quickbooks)
