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Work Mode: In-person

What you'll do

The student worker will primarily be working with the Executive Director of The Sagrado Galleria and will be responsible for programming around exhibitions and community engagements projects and events at the gallery. Additionally, through special projects and contracts such as Community Art Showcase at the Rio Salado Audubon Center the third street pedestrian bicycle bridge project, 83 acres beautification projected located at the Rio Salado in South Central Phoenix. The student worker will be an essential part of the Sagrado’s programming efforts by being a consistent staff member present at the gallery during hours of operation on Fridays and Saturdays.

Specific responsibilities

Coordinate weekly programming with the Executive Director.
Responsible for preparing the gallery for program events.
Administrative tasks that include documentation.
Create print materials.
Archiving and cataloging. 
Responsible for event logistics. 
Responsible for the newsletter.
Responsible for collecting programmatic data.
Able to host community engagement events.
Responsible for researching and launching Patreon membership program.

Desired qualifications

Ability to strengthen and maintain programs.
Ability to provide solutions within the arts and culture field.
Enthusiasm to learn and grow as arts and culture professional.
Multitask from administrative setting to community engagement setting.
Assist with monthly newsletter.
Experience in Office 356 suite 
Experience Google suite.
Ability to learn content editing software and apps.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.​

Founder and Executive Director Sam Gomez

As the Executive Director and founder of The Sagrado, my intention is to create a prosperous community through the arts, culture and design sector. This goal for my community allows me to continuously appreciate my cultural identity and see the beauty of community and individuals that constantly dedicate themselves to participating in positive change. I like to put myself in challenging situations, that has been key for my growth. I am passionate about speaking freely while taking action with innovative ideas, as well as remaining committed to collaboration with community partners. Communication plays a vital role in how I achieve and approach projects, understanding how to connect the dots and making sure everyone has ownership with the process, I strive to create a safe environment that allows members to comfortably share their ideas, thoughts, and concerns. In my role as the Executive/Creative director is to set clear goals and make sure we have the right people to lead while providing the necessary resources and tools support the success of my team members, I also believe that mentorship is a key component to our success as an organization. I look forward to the opportunity of adding a student worker as a new member of my team through the Phoenix ArtCorps Student Worker Program.​

The Sagrado Galleria
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​The Sagrado was established as South Phoenix’s first and only art gallery in 2016, as a response to the City’s lack of commitment to the South Phoenix community, arts, and culture. We formed with a mission to serve as a cultural bridge to provide tools and opportunities that empower community through art, culture, and design. In the first five years, the Sagrado has made significant progress implementing our vision to cultivate prosperous communities rooted in arts and culture while engaged in conscious development, even amidst the challenges of a global pandemic. The Sagrado became a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization in 2019 and has since been awarded "Best Community Arts Space" (2019) and "Best Latino Art Gallery" (2021) of the Valley by Phoenix New Times. Through our pillar art shows, workshops, community events, and design advocacy, the Sagrado has impacted the lives of more than 5,000 community members in South Phoenix and beyond.

Our mission is to provide tools and opportunities that empower community through art, culture, and design.

• Departments: Communications, Community Engagement, Curatorial, Event Planning, Exhibitions, Programming
  
• Art Forms: Art Therapy, Community Engagement, Culture, Folk and Traditional Arts, Interdisciplinary, Music, Performing Arts, Performing Arts, Photography, Theatre, Visual and Studio Arts
• Communities: Black, Indigenous, Latinx, Low income, LGBTQ+, Youth
  

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Learn more about this organization

The Phoenix ArtCorps​​

The Phoenix ArtCorps is a student employment program from the Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture  that seeks to provide students with​ the comprehensive skills, mentorship, and experience ​they need to launch their arts and culture careers. Over the course of the 2024-2025 academic cycle​, each student works 400 hours for $17/hr (around 15 to 20 hours a week), with additional stipends and professional development opportunities. To apply, students must be current or recently graduated undergraduate students at a community college, university, or other institution of higher education based in Phoenix (or live in Phoenix themselves). Applicants must be at least 18 years old. There are no other enrollment requirements. Students do not need to be majoring in the arts or similar fields to apply. To learn more about the program and browse positions, visit our website at http://phoenix.gov/arts/artcorps​. ​​​​​​​​

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