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11 people are interested
Mural Arts Program Internship
ORGANIZATION: Green Star Movement
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11 people are interested
Green Star Movement is seeking visual artists for our Program Internships. Interns work under the supervision of Green Star staff to provide assistance with our programs. In adddition to refining their mosaic, sculpture, and painting technique, interns gain valuable experience in a leadership role and develop both communication and problem-solving skills.
By the end of the internship, interns will:
Understand how Green Star Movement fulfills its mission to inspire students and community members through the creation of public art
Know the design and execution processes for creating a bricolage mosaic
Gain skills in the fundamentals of bricolage mosaic (tiling, grouting, mirror-cutting, sculpture, mixing/coloring mortar, etc.)
Develop relationship-building skills with youth
Be able to teach/lead a small group of students or volunteers in tasks and activities
Be able to give positive constructive feedback to youth and volunteers
Be able to prepare the work site for the day’s tasks and conduct clean up
Requirements: Interns must commit to a minimum of 2 days a week for 8 weeks or longer; be 18 years or older; have a passion for visual arts; feel comfortable working with youth; and have a strong work ethic.
The application deadline is Friday, April 15th.
More opportunities with Green Star Movement
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Green Star Movement
Location:
1200 w. 35th st, chicago, IL 60609, US
Mission Statement
Green Star Movement inspires students and community members through the creation of public art. This interactive process builds teamwork and self esteem in the participants and revitalizes urban neighborhoods.
Description
Since our founding in 2005, Green Star Movement has provided nearly 6000 students with mural arts programming and successfully transformed the interiors and exteriors of over 60 public spaces, including schools, parks, community centers, and thoroughfares.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Chicagoland SchoolsChicago, IL 60610
DATE POSTED
November 8, 2016
SKILLS
- Visual Arts
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 8+ hours per week
- Interested candidates must submit an application by December 1, 2015 -> http://bit.ly/1EmgIKl