Volunteers

Kirkland Arts Center is a volunteer-fueled organization!

We welcome volunteers of all interests and backgrounds to learn and interact with artists, educators, students, and other volunteers in a creative, fun, and educational environment.

Joining our volunteer community gives you the opportunity to:

Meet people with similar interests.

Broaden professional skill sets and build your resume.

Earn school volunteer credits or community service hours.

Support a local non-profit community of makers and artists.

Develop a sense of belonging and a sense of community impact.

Applications are open for ages 15+. Check out the volunteer opportunities below to see how you can get involved. You may select multiple positions of interest when applying. Please contact registrar@kirklandartscenter.org if you have additional questions.

Fill out a volunteer application here.

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Special Events Volunteer >

This opportunity is typically a short term commitment surrounding an event. Responsibilities depend on the event, but could include: raffles, sales, packaging artwork, assisting guests, and being a face forward representative of KAC. Event types: galas, fundraisers, auctions, open houses, festivals, etc.

Community Engagement Volunteer >

Involves outreach in local communities and beyond to foster KACs growth. Outreach and events coordinating in order to create targeted fundraising campaigns in an area that aligns with KAC’s mission

Gallery Programming Volunteer >

This opportunity is typically a recurring weekly position, depending on the volunteer’s desired time and efforts. Responsibilities may include maintaining a welcoming gallery environment, engaging with community, event preparation, installing exhibitions, and sitting in the gallery.

Marketing Volunteer >

The Marketing Volunteer’s responsibilities include assisting the Marketing Specialist with various activities, such as creating posters for upcoming events, printing and distributing flyers in and around KAC and nearby local businesses, capturing pictures and videos at exhibitions, events, and classes, and providing support with other marketing tasks as needed.

Development Volunteer (Robin to provide responsibilities)

Educational Programming Volunteer >

This volunteer assists students with registration, answers questions regarding course offerings, answers phone-calls, and keeps the education office organized. They assist the education team with tasks as needed.

2D Arts Volunteer >

The 2D Arts Volunteer will act as TA, assisting instructors in the classroom with clean up, set up, and general class functions. This volunteer also records lectures and demos, photographs student artwork, and photographs relevant events for use with marketing materials. The 2D Arts Volunteer works with the instructor to ascertain specific needs for the class / studio.

3D Arts Volunteer >

The 3D Arts Volunteer will act as TA, assisting instructors in the classroom with clean up, set up, and general class functions. This volunteer also records lectures and demos, photographs student artwork, and photographs relevant events for use with marketing materials. The 3D Arts Volunteer works with the instructor to ascertain specific needs for the class / studio.

Facilities Volunteer >

The facilities volunteer searches the facility to document any areas requiring major or minor repairs. They seek quotes where applicable, receiving permission before making any repairs, and providing receipts for any work done.

Grounds and Garden Volunteer >

The Grounds and Garden Volunteer maintains the appearance of our outdoor community spaces, front window garden, and outdoor pots. They assess our overall outward appearance in terms of maintenance, cleanliness, and curb appeal.

Teens in Public Service (TIPS)

Our high school TIPS interns assist with our summer camp programming – a great opportunity for future art educators. Internship opportunities also often include event assistance, marketing and outreach, educational support, and more. TIPS is a paid summer internship program.

High School Internships

KAC has worked with Eastside Preparatory School, Holy Names Academy, and Interlake High School to offer unpaid internships for high school students. High school internships are a great opportunity to regularly volunteer and gain valuable work experience in a non-profit environment. High school interns have the opportunity to work in event assistance, marketing and outreach, educational support, and more.

Work Study

Kirkland Arts Center (KAC) occasionally offers work study opportunities for currently enrolled KAC students. The work study program exchanges volunteer services for a tuition discount (100%) on classes or workshops. The program asks volunteers/students to establish a regular work schedule and help at KAC in a variety of ways. After completing at least 30 hours of service, work study students are eligible to receive one free KAC class per quarter.

Contact info@kirklandartscenter.org for information about the program, eligibility, requirements, and applications.

Gallery Assistants open and close the gallery, greet visitors, answer phones, ensure proper treatment of the facility, and assist with administrative projects for the Exhibitions, Education, and Development Departments.

Gallery Assistants

1 day/week: Gallery Assistants are required to work one gallery shift per week, typically 11am-6pm. Available days depend on current gallery staffing, but consistency is key (ie. every Tuesday).
Required skills: Gallery Assistant positions may involve some lifting – moving chairs and pedestals to prepare for gallery rentals, etc. – as well as familiarity with computers and office software. People skills are a must. Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.

For more information and to apply, contact exhibitions@kirklandartscenter.org.

Education Assistants

There are several work study positions in this field, including Education Office Assistant and Studio Assistants (Ceramics Studio, Skylight Studio, and Printmaking Studio). Projects and responsibilities vary depending on the position and can include everything from monitoring kilns and mixing glazes to assisting with registration paperwork and marketing materials. Education Assistant schedules are fairly flexible, but require consistent scheduling.

Studio Assistants should be long-term KAC students who are very familiar with studio policies and procedures. Studio Assistant positions may involve cleaning, lifting, organizing, and other physical labor. Studio Assistants may also be asked to monitor open studios.
Office Assistant positions are less physically intensive but do require familiarity with computers, office software, and the internet. Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.

For more information and availability, contact the Volunteer Coordinator.