Maryland Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

The Pottery Studio Assistant is responsible for making slipcast and slab formed pottery, finishing pottery to meet quality standards, and assisting with other studio tasks. The ideal candidate will be detail oriented and work in a clean and organized manner. Pottery Studio Assistants also assist the pottery program in fulfillment of wholesale orders and optimization of pottery making processes. Work daily on tasks relating to fulfillment of orders, and other duties common to the production of functional ceramics. Additionally, provide exceptional customer service to event attendees, students and walk-in customers, demonstrating good working practices and the dedication to craftsmanship required to be a successful studio potter. Must be available to work some evenings and weekends.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the pottery studio in the fulfillment of wholesale ceramics orders according to production schedule.
• Produce wheel thrown, slip-cast, and slab formed ceramic pottery.
• Daily glazing of production ware, kiln loading, unloading, basic kiln maintenance.
• Clay making including mixing and pugging clay to keep clay level adequate for daily slab production and monitoring of casting slip.
• Produce standard production items, including both slab formed and slip cast pieces, according to production schedule determined by the Production Manager.
• Assist production manager with throwing preparation (i.e. weighing and wedging balls of clay) and finishing thrown pieces (i.e. stamping and signing pots, attaching handles, etc.)
• Mixing and sieving glazes for studio use, keeping glaze levels high for production and classroom.
• Complete basic ceramics studio maintenance such as cleaning and organizing of work areas, tools, and equipment.
• Monitor clay levels in-studio and greenhouse and pug/mix batches of clay as needed.
• Refine and implement processes under the direction of the Production Manager.
• Interact with walk-in customers, monitor open studio hours, host pottery painting parties and events.
• Complete weekly inventory count and help pack outgoing wholesale orders.
• Work efficiently, pay attention to detail and perform duties in a clean manner.
• Other duties as needed.

Requirements:

• 1-2 years of ceramics studio experience required
• Bachelor’s degree in ceramics preferred
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer knowledge such as Microsoft Word, Internet Research and E-mail
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, squat, bend, kneel, push, pull, reach with arms, and handle/feel objects. Must have the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Are you looking to grow your ASL portfolio and gain experience in providing accessibility for children?

World In Sign, LLC (WIS) is opening up another studio and looking to URGENTLY HIRE hire part-time diverse Deaf and/or Hard of Hearing Actors/Actresses, (story-telling) to sign ASL (American Sign Language) for children’s animated stories. This position requires 10-15 hours per week and reporting on-site to our studio in Silver Spring, MD.

World In Sign will:

• Reimbursement daily for Metro (Red Line) ticket round trip from Gallaudet to World In Sign studio.

• Provide shirt apparel for filming.

Actor/Actress must:

• Be proficient in English

• Be able to sign the captions into ASL simultaneously

• Be on time

• Dependable

• Have 2 years of experience acting

• Be able to handle confidential information; (If hired, an employee will be required to sign an NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement)

• Above the age of 18

• Looking for diverse signers, (Indian, BIPOC, ETC)

If consistent, scheduled part-time is not for you and you would like to be added to our pool of actors/actresses for special requests and other projects, please place in the subject line “PRN Actor/Actress”.

The Community Engagement Program Manager duties consist of day-to-day management of the Cumberland Community Development Services (CDS)/Day Program. The Manager will provide direct supervision of Community Development Services (CDS)/Day Program staff; case management for Supported Individuals; have a working knowledge of Person-Centered Plans, MANDT procedures; program oversight; advocate for supported individuals to acquire identified services and supports; and create a safe and productive environment for supported individuals to grow and employees to achieve his/ her performance goals. The Manager will also manage the Cumberland Employment program. The Manager will provide placement services to local employers to match job seekers with potential employment opportunities to ensures that the individuals in Spectrum’s CDS/Day programs have an opportunity to obtain paid work.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs
• Must have a valid Driver’s License with no more than 2 points.

Supervision:

Supervised by Western Region Director

Supervises: Direct Support Professionals.

Qualifications:

Education/ Experience BA or Associates degree in Psychology, Special Education, or related field preferred. Supervisory experience preferred. Minimum of three years’ experience working with persons with developmental disabilities and/or mental illness required. High School equivalency required.

Computer Skills Must have basic computer skills and competency in Microsoft Word at a minimum.

About Us

Moore Digital is a Moore company, the largest direct marketing firm in the country dedicated to the nonprofit, association, and government sectors (https://wearemoore.com/). More about Moore Digital can be found at https://mooredigital.com/.

Summary

The Digital Media Coordinator will help create, execute, and measure programmatic media campaigns across various media types and platforms including video, audio, display, and Connected TV.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assists web development/technical teams with pixel placement and QA.
• Assists team with all executional aspects of campaign creation process.
• Delivers supporting documentation and insights for post campaign presentations.
• Determines campaign-specific goals, ensures conversion tracking is accurately established and optimized based on performance data.
• Manages and traffics creative assets for programmatic campaigns.
• Analyzes campaign performance data for campaign optimizations and client reporting.
• Works with the account management team to track budgets and invoicing.
• Stays apprised of digital media trends and best practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of related experience or internships, or administrative experience preferred.
• Experience with digital platforms such as Google Data Studio, Google Tag Manager and Google Ads preferred.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel.
• Highly organized and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Relevant coursework or major in advertising, communications, or marketing.
• Familiarity or knowledge of a DSP like the Trade Desk, preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. or B.S.) or equivalent from accredited college or university.

Our Benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged, and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including healthcare, support for working parents and paid time off so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Each full-time position at Moore Digital is eligible for our comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical & prescription, dental and vision insurance, employer paid Life, a Health Savings Account plan, Flexible Spending Account plans for health and dependent care, optional Short-term and Long-term Disability coverage, and other voluntary benefit options. We offer paid holidays, paid personal leave, paid volunteer leave, and paid parental leave. Employees have the option to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k) plan. Several benefit plans have eligibility waiting periods.

Moore Digital is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Moore Digital is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

ABOUT THE WALTERS ART MUSEUM

The Walters Art Museum is among Americas most distinctive museums, forging connections between people and art from cultures around the world and spanning seven millennia. Located in Baltimore’s Mount Vernon neighborhood, the Walters is free for all. The museums campus includes five historic buildings and 36,000 art objects. The Walters At Museum has a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that requires all employees to be fully vaccinated per the CDC’s definition of full vaccination.

Today, the Walters serves Baltimore and Maryland by embracing its role as educator and storyteller, using the collection as a vehicle of knowledge and cultural expression to support learning, dialogue, and community engagement. The museum is committed to public education, offering essential programs that help people to connect art to their lives. The Walters Visitor Promise aligns staff and volunteers across the museum to preserve and share the works in our care for future generations, partner with communities, and create welcoming, accessible experiences for visitors. The museum offers challenging and creative work opportunities by promoting collaboration, teamwork, and a culture that celebrates the diversity and inclusion of all. In December 2020, the museum finalized a set of multiyear diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion (DEAI) goals in alignment with the museums Strategic Plan and grounded in the following commitments: expand the histories the museum examines and share; partner with our communities; and center equity, inclusion, and accountability in our culture and decision-making.

Overview:

The Walters Art Museum has a robust program of special events including several ticketed fundraisers, donor cultivation and stewardship events, and other functions to connect donors to the museum. Reporting to the Manager of Development Events and Special Projects, this position will lead all cultivation and stewardship events for the Development department. They will also provide logistical support for the museums fundraisers, including its largest annual event An Evening at the Walters. To support the Development departments goal to expand its donor base, this position will also support a plan to identify prospects and cultivate donors from attendee lists. The Assistant Manager of Events and Donor Engagement will also be the primary contact for any rental inquiries and provide cross-divisional support when needed.

Special Events

• With oversight from the Manager of Development Events and Special Projects, plan, design, and produce exceptional special events for the Development Department that reflect and advance the Walters brand and cultivate prospects and donors.
• Coordinate all aspects of events including oversight of professional caterers, vendors, contracts, and set-ups to ensure museum policies and procedures are enforced.
• Work with Marketing & Communications team on event collateral including invitations, website updates, email and social media marketing, and other printed materials.
• Manage event production timelines.
• Track RSVPs and prepare event related materials, including name badges, escort cards, and seating assignments, when appropriate.
• Draft vendor contracts for review and approval.
• Manage event budgets; track expenses, code and submit invoices for review and approval.
• Manage technology and logistics for virtual events.

• Assist with preparation of sponsorship materials and mailings for fundraising events.
• Track sponsorship solicitations and ticket sales.
• Using the Altru database, create reports and coordinate completion of gift acknowledgments for fundraising event sponsorships and ticket sales with Donor Relations Coordinator.
• Assist with seating assignments and floor plans, programs and menus, and prepare check-in lists as needed.
• Assist with vendor management, check-in, and other duties as needed.
• Provide logistical support to the Manager of Development Events and Special Projects and help coordinate facilities, security, A/V needs and volunteers.
• All Other duties assigned.

Donor Engagement

• Work with the Development team to support a cohesive stewardship plan for individual, foundation, government and corporate donors and prospects.
• Identify prospects and cultivate donors from attendee lists.
• Identify new sponsorship opportunities for special events.
• Work with Donor Relations Coordinator to ensure event attendees are integrated into the museums regular donor relations and follow up plans.
• All other duties assigned.

General Development Support

• Attend weekly scheduling meetings to report out on event logistics.
• Book events in scheduling software, send work requests, and manage Development departments calendar of events.
• Primary contact for museum rental inquiries.
• All other duties assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree.
• 3-5 years relevant experience with events, meeting/conference planning, and or fundraising.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Must be attentive to detail, follow guidelines, and meet multiple deadlines.
• A high level of initiative, excellent interpersonal, time management, customer service and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team setting with strong interpersonal skills.
• Diplomacy and tact in dealing with a diverse group of people.
• High level of ability to exercise discretion with sensitive information, maintain confidentiality, and use sound judgment.
• Familiarity with event vendors, event trends, production and planning techniques and knowledge on how to execute a plan to coordinate the vendors to work as a team.
• Flexibility and self-initiative with high standard for quality work.
• Ability to work evening and weekend hours.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel.

Desired:

• Blackbaud/Altru experience a plus.
• Experience and/or interest in arts and culture.

Working Conditions:

• Must have flexibility to work weekends and evenings and to travel locally and domestically.
• Must be able to lift up to 15lbs and move safely around spaces and buildings.

All employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.