vacancies

To be considered for these positions, please send your details to chair@hvaf.org.uk , or to HVAF(Vacancies), PO Box 894, St Albans. Herts. AL1 9EG.

HVAF VOLUNTARY VACANCIES

Voluntary Marketing / Fundraiser

A voluntary Marketing/Fundraiser is needed by Herts Visual Arts Forum (HVAF) to approach known contacts in order to obtain funds to support the work in Hertfordshire of this not-for-profit, voluntary organization.

A successful candidate would be given support and training in this role, for which there is an incentive bonus.

We are seeking self starters, either existing fundraisers, or candidates from a sales or tele-sales or marketing background, who will report to the Funding group Project Manager.

• Volunteers should have a car; mileage and telephone expenses will be paid.
• The area covered is limited to Hertfordshire.
• Contacts will initially be based on our existing relationships with known galleries, suppliers and venues. Then new contacts will be from existing lists. Contacts are expected to be by telephone and then face-to-face.
• We are keen to set up mutually beneficial partnerships, and are happy to consider the specific requirements of potential funders on a case by case basis.

HVAF provides services to over 300 professional artists in the County.
In the last 19 years, it has developed its annual 4-week Open Studios event, and the numerous smaller exhibitions organized by its specialist Art Groups.

To be considered for this position, please send your CV wor details to chair@hvaf.org.uk

Leader, Painters(N/Central-Indigo group)

Events coordinator - part-time volunteer
The Group is expanding its exhibition activities, and an enthusiastic part-time volunteer is required to assist the events committee with organizing a programme of HVAF exhibitions. The role involves liaising with both venues and participants.
Requirements for the role include:

• Enthusiasm
• Although part of a team, also able to work independently
• Previous events organizing experience, although desirable, is not essential
• Should have good administrative and computer skillsets
• Able to liaise between venue managers and participating artists
• Have own transport. Visits to locations in Hertfordshire only. (Travel expenses paid)
• Knowledge of the local arts scene is an advantage but not essential

Applicants should send their CV, or similar details to the HVAF Chairman at the address above.

OPEN STUDIOS VOLUNTARY VACANCIES
We currently have vacancies in the following roles:

Two Area Coordinators one for Welwyn & Hatfield, and the other for Hertsmere (this would involve assisting at the artist distribution evening in early July, organising an area meeting early to mid July, and allocating and coordinating specific jobs undertaken by other artists in the area (eg. publicity, library displays, library bookings, liaison with schools and siting of banners etc.)

Brochure & Media Design Officer (this would involve assisting with decisions about art-worker/printer/design for the call for artists posters etc, the Open Studios brochure and other promotional material, and overseeing the artists materials to the selected art-worker).

County Grants Officer (this would involve contacting county and district councils to seek contributions to Open Studios).

Friends of Open Studios (this would involve maintaining the database of new and existing friends)

and always general Administrative Support !

So whether you have an hour or so a week, are prepared to take on an Open Studios Team role or would like to "shadow" someone this year with a view to taking a more active role next year - do contact us by email openstudios@hvaf.org.uk or telephone 07813 100651 for further details.