Volunteering
Discover the satisfaction of helping a leading arts organization bring more art to the public! Volunteer today!
SVVA is a volunteer-based organization, so we need volunteer support to help grow, produce and manage the opportunities we bring to artists through Open Studios, artist education, special events, annual exhibitions and connecting to the community.
We invite you to join our team of passionate volunteers who are making art happen in the SF Bay Area. Whether you only have a couple of hours to help every so often, or you want to volunteer on a consistent basis, we welcome your support!
Read these descriptions of key roles in the organization. We are looking for leaders in these positions as well as people willing to support these roles. Take a minute to read these descriptions to see where your skills fit and then tell us a little bit about yourself in this form.
See something missing in our volunteer positions? Let us know. We are interested in hearing your perspective (and experience) in how we can grow the organization to support art in the Silicon Valley.
Opportunities to Contribute
Boards Members
We are always looking for motivated, committed artists and non-artists to join the board. Board members support the mission of the organization, help create opportunities for Bay Area artists, and work to build connections throughout the arts community. As a working board members must actively contribute with time and talent. Meetings are once a month.
Operations Coordinator/General Support
Assist the organization and the Board with administrative tasks, event support, etc. Work with the Treasurer and President to document organizational processes and procedures. Create Gantt charts to define critical paths for exhibits and Open Studios.
Volunteer Coordinator
Help identify, manage, coordinate and train volunteers to assist with events and in other areas needed to support the organization.
Tax Accountant
Work with the Board Treasurer to ensure financial records are kept accurately and needed tax files are done in a timely manner.
Grant Writer
Assist the Board in identifying available grant and funding opportunities. Complete the research, draft, and submit proposals to appropriate foundations and funding sources.
OPEN STUDIOS
Directory Proofreaders
Review the SVOS Print Directory before the final submission to the printer. Carefully read preliminary proof copy, compare with artist-provided content and identify discrepancies.
Directory Posters and Materials Distribution
Provide a location for artists to collect the directories, posters, and yellow signs needed for promoting Open Studios. Maintain a list of artists who pick up, monitor supply and alert SVVA for additional materials. Additionally help distribute posters to local businesses that would be willing to post in a window or their store.
Advertising Sales
Help identify and procure advertisements for the Open Studios print directory from local businesses, organizations and partners.
EXHIBITIONS
Exhibit Coordinator
Work with the Exhibit Manager, to coordinate Open Studios pre-show exhibitions, communicate with artists, and provide administrative and logistical support.
MARKETING & EVENTS
Social Media Manager
Create content and manage posting for SVVA social channels including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. May consist of writing artist stories and social posts, and helping with videos. Supervises Social Media Assistants.
Social Media Assistants
Assist the Social Media manager with creating posts and content for social media channels, posting messages, interacting and managing comments on social channels once or twice a week.
Graphic Designer
Be a part of the SVVA Marketing team using your graphic design skills to support design needs for print collateral and/or the websites. Experience with Adobe Suite or Affinity products required. Canva experience also helpful for social media support.
Marketing Communications Editor
Compose and send emails to membership for registration, webinars, events according to the master schedule. Compose and send emails to the general list to advertise key events during the year. Experience with marketing email, typography and layout skills required. Go High Level experience is a plus.
Website Content Editor
Responsible for reviewing and updating the time-sensitive content on the two organization’s websites. Should have basic understanding of html, CSS and WordPress.
Event Coordinator
Help identify venues, negotiate rates, hire caterers or organize food and beverage assignments, and provide on-site supervision for events such as artist mixers, awards presentations, and other socializing opportunities.
MEMBER SUPPORT
Member Exhibit Calendar Coordinator
Research, solicit and compile artist and local arts community events, shows and promotions for website calendar.
Education Coordinator
Help create educational videos, resources and webinars for artists. May include writing content, interviewing artists, setting up video shoots, organizing online content such as webinars and presentations and collaborating with local arts organizations to build out a library of online resources.
Help Desk Support
Help members with registration and exhibit questions. Help artists find exhibit hosts during the registration process. Monitor the incoming emails and make sure they get answered. Keep the board informed on the conversations.