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BAI Alumni Network Newsletter Issue 7Alumni Cruise SPIRIT OF PHILADELPHIA CRUISE Join us on Friday, April 19, 2024, for a cruise down the historic Deleware River Alongside other BAI Phillu alumni, you will be able to take in the Philadelphia sites from a unique vantage point. During the cruise enjoy dinner and dancing, or just take in the City of Brotherly Love while networking with other BAI alumni. Itinerary 6:30 p.m - Board the Spirit of Philadelphia, Penn's Landing 7:00 p.m - Cruise departs Penn's landing 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Cruise and Dinner 9:00 p.m - Spirit of Philadelphia docks at Penn's Landing FREE FROM BAI ALUMS SPACE IS LIMITED - REGISTER TODAY! *Registration closes April 15, 2024 Register for Alumni Cruise (LINK) SPACE LINE Philadelphia has a new head of arts & Culture Photo of Valerie Gay Congratulations to Valerie Gay as she steps into her new role as the city's head of arts and culture! During the mayoral election, the Cultural Alliance prioritized elevating the Office of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy to a full department and highlighted the importance of cabinet-level appointment. Mayor Parker's early response is evidence of the effectiveness of the cultural community's ongoing, impactful advocacy. Read more about Gay in The Philadelphia Tribune and The Philadelphia Inquirer. SPACE LINE BAI Alumni Spotlight Avery Ingram (BAI' 23) Photo of Avery Ingram Avery Ingram was a Bloomberg Arts intern during the summer of 2023 with FamFrequencey Productions. Through this experience, he learned how to produce and edit documentaries. He also held a temporary leadership role in programming and teaching. Now, Avery is about to graduate high school and begin his freshman year at Rowan University studying Music Education. Avery seeks to use the experience gained from this internship to give back to his community. Through the BAI experience, Avery fostered a greater connection with artists in the Philadelphia area. he is grateful for the lessons learned and all who have helped in shaping his future. Sheikh Sharaf- Uddin (BAI' 23) Image of Sheikh Sharaf- Uddin Sheikh Sharaf-Uddin was a Bloomberg Arts intern during the summer of 2023. during the Bloomsberg Arts Internship, he grew a deeper appreciation for the arts and for artists all over the world. Sheikh learned many life skills through this program, such as public speaking, self-advocacy, and networking. As a BAI intern at Aftrt School All-Stars, a non-profit organization where teens are provided with many different enrichment programs to grow their skills in STEAM, Sheikh learned about preparing and leading school lessons. This experience taught him about the value of organization and planning, two critical skills used by educators. At this time, Sheikh has secured a full scholarship to Temple University but is also considering additional opportunities before making a final decision. He is thankful for the knowledge and experience gained from the Bloomsberg Arts Internship. SPACE LINE Volunteer Opportunity Music Education nonprofit, Keep Music Alive, is seeking volunteers for their Musical Instrument Petting Zoo program. It features acoustic and electric guitars, and ukuleles. keyboards and dozens of different types of percussion instruments for kids to interact with. The experience is often referred to as a "Please Touch Museum for musical instruments!" Events are held on weekdays and weekends with locations including schools, libraries, community festivals, and partner events with other nonprofits. For more information please visit www.KeepMusicAlive.org or email info@keepmusicalove.org. SPACE LINE Featured Jobs from the greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance Job Bank! Summer Camo Dance Teaching Artists at Darlington Arts Center: Darlington Arts Center (DAC) seeks skilled dance teaching artists who have at least one year of teaching experience in multiple styles of dance for group classes at the Center, located at 977 Shavertown Road, Garnet Valley, PA 19060 from June 2024 to August 2024. We are looking to fulfill the position by April 15, 2024. required experience: at least a year of teaching experience, a background in various dance styles and techniques, and experience working with children from ages 3-12. Must have reliable transportation to Garnet Valley, PA. Learn more and apply. Adren Theatre Company Professional Apprentice: Adren is seeking Arden Arden Professional Apprentices (APAs) for the 2024/25 season. The Arden Professional Apprentice Program’s philosophy is to provide a comprehensive knowledge of the inner workings of a nonprofit regional theatre. It is designed to foster future theatre leaders. The program provides apprentices with a comprehensive knowledge of the inner workings of a nonprofit regional theatre through work in EVERY aspect of operations including front of house, box office, marketing, development, artistic, education, production, stage management, finance, and general management. Apprentices will not be assigned to a specific position or department but will be immersed in ALL departments. This is not an acting program, this is not a directing program. This program is a full-time-plus commitment running from early September to mid-June. Learn more and apply. Preservation and Outreach Internship at the Raymond Farm Center for Living Arts & Design: This internship is for anyone who wishes to gain historic preservation and community outreach experience in a small non-profit committed to arts and design. The preservation and outreach intern will work directly with our small team. The intern will manage social media, assist with events on our calendar for 2024, and as well as in documenting archival material and research during the week. The intern will also provide support for Saturday cultural programs, ranging from academic lectures and craft-based workshops to larger fundraising events. The Raymond Farm Center for Living Arts and Design (RFC) is a small non-profit organization based in New Hope, PA dedicated to promoting the legacy of architects Antonin and Noemi Raymond, who achieved international acclaim as a result of their life-long careers working in Japan. Learn more and apply. For more jobs in arts and culture, check out our Job Bank! SPACE LINE Additional Paid Opportunities for Youth and Young Adults Studio Institue Logo Announcing a Special Opportunity for BAI 2019–2021 Alumni! Did you participate in the Bloomberg Arts Internship (BAI) program in Philadelphia between 2019 and 2021? If you are a BAI alum who will be a rising college junior, senior, or graduate as of fall 2024, you are eligible to apply for full-time paid summer internships available at visual and performing arts organizations and cultural institutions in your city through our national Arts Intern program. Being a Studio Institute Arts Intern enables you to explore arts professions and expand your possibilities for a better future—no matter what path you take.
Learn more about Arts Intern online! Questions? Contact: artsinternBAI@studioinstitute.org Apply now! Aspira Inc of Pennsylvania leadership through education logo Aspira currently provides wage-based programs aimed at young individuals who have prior work or leadership experience. These programs are available to individuals aged 14-18 years old. The programs offer opportunities to explore and prepare for a career and involve hourly work-based experiences. Participants in these programs can earn money based on their hourly rate and are typically required to work for about 20 hours per week. Apply now! Achievability WorkSmart West Philly: Coaching, Training & Job Placement for Sustainable Careers WSWP partners with un/underemployed job seekers to help them secure employment by providing training, connecting them to employment resources, and building relationships with potential employers. This innovative program offers participants paid on-the-job training, customized industry-standard Salesforce curriculum, and soft-skills training to prepare them for employment. It also serves as an opportunity to develop the skills of Black job seekers and diversify the business-technology sector. This program is open to all Philadelphians, and WSWP has experience in serving the following populations: youth, elderly, individuals with justice involvement, and individuals with disabilities. Apply now! SPACE LINE
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