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ABOUT NEWARK ARTS
Newark Arts’ mission is to power the arts to transform lives. Established in 1981 as the Newark Arts Council, the organization’s vision is to become a nationally recognized catalyst for the collaborative power of the arts in the City of Newark and urban America. Newark Arts is the producer of Newark Creates, a community-led citywide cultural plan, created in partnership with the City of Newark. Newark Arts’ key initiatives include Arts Education Newark, the ArtStart community grantmaking program, and the Newark Arts Festival. Newark Arts is generously supported by Prudential Financial, the City of Newark, Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation, Victoria Foundation, Turrell Fund, Bank of America, New Jersey State Council on the Arts, the National Endowment for the Arts, Mellon Foundation, Hanini Group, TD Bank, Bloomberg Philanthropies, Panasonic, M&T Bank, Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation, PSEG, and individuals, businesses and institutions.
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About Newark Arts:
Newark Arts Council (NAC, aka Newark Arts) is a key anchor institution that drives Newark as a global City of the Arts. Founded in 1981, for the past 43 years, Newark Arts has elevated Newark’s arts and culture ecosystem for the benefit of all Newarkers. Newark Arts’ overarching strengths are that it is a trusted intermediary, key collaborator, cultural vanguard/catalyst, and marketing machine for the city. By demonstrating Newark as a model of creative placemaking, we fuel Newark’s vibrancy and drive the arts as an economic lever for urban America.
About ArtSource:
For more than three decades Newark Arts has served as an umbrella organization for Newark, New Jersey’s arts communities. Representing hundreds of artists and more than 80 arts organizations, Newark Arts is a strategic partner on “creative placemaking” that spurs economic opportunities in the city.
Through Newark ArtSource, Newark Arts brokers relationships, connecting local artists and their work to major development projects throughout the City. With some $4 billion in development in the city, Newark Arts serves as an intermediary for developers that are building new buildings or revitalizing old structures and want their spaces to reflect local culture.
About the Opportunity:
Newark Arts is thrilled to announce an open call for visual artists and curators to join our Artist Registry. This registry will serve as the primary method for selecting artists and curators for current and future Newark Arts’ projects, exhibitions, programs, and initiatives throughout 2025 (excluding Newark Arts Festival). Opportunities span the range from commissioned art installations to curated exhibitions.
We encourage visual artists and visual arts curators from diverse backgrounds, working in various mediums, to apply and be considered for these exciting, paid opportunities.
The roster will remain active for one year, after which a new artist call will be issued. Inclusion in the Newark Arts’ Artist Registry does not guarantee a commission.
Deadline: March 1, 2025
Eligibility:
- Open to artists and curators aged 18 and above.
- All artistic mediums are welcome, including but not limited to painting, sculpture, photography, digital art, and performance art.
- Artists from Newark and surrounding areas are strongly encouraged to apply.
Submission Requirements:
- Portfolio: Up to 10 high quality images of recent works. For curators, images should be of recent exhibitions. Each image should be in .jpg or .png format. Include a document listing the title, medium, dimensions, and year of creation for each piece.
- Artist Statement: A brief statement (up to 250 words) outlining your artistic practice, themes explored, and relevance to Newark’s community.
- Resume/CV: A current resume highlighting exhibition history, awards, and other relevant experience.
- Contact Information: Full name, address, phone number, and email address.
- References: Two professional references familiar with your work. Include their name, title, organization, contact information, and your relationship to them.
Selection Process:
Submissions will be reviewed by Newark Arts’ ArtSource team. Selections will be based on artistic quality, relevance to Newark’s cultural landscape, and potential for community engagement.
Insurance Requirement for Independent Contractors:
Members of the Artist Registry that are hired to work with Newark Arts will be independent
contractors. Independent contractors are required to provide proof of the following
insurance coverage:
- Commercial General Liability Insurance
- Comprehensive Automobile Insurance
- Worker’s Compensation Insurance
- Excess Liability Insurance
This documentation must be submitted prior to finalizing any potential contract with Newark
Arts. Ensuring adequate coverage protects both you and the organization while working on
projects. If you have questions or concerns about this requirement, please reach out to
cheyenne.ceasar@newarkarts.org.
Important Dates:
- Submission Deadline: March 1, 2025
- Notification of Acceptance: March 15th, 2025
- Exhibition/Project Dates: Throughout 2025; specific dates will be communicated upon acceptance.
How to Submit:
Please submit all materials via our online submission form:
For inquiries, contact Cheyenne Ceasar, Curatorial and Operations Coordinator at cheyenne.ceasar@newarkarts.org.
*Note: Incomplete submissions or those not adhering to the specified guidelines may not be considered.