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An artist’s career is a living thing—it needs care and attention. The
Artist’s Resource Center (ARC) is a unique resource offering
career
advising,
job links, internships,
professional-focus
courses, and
community-partnership
opportunities
through its
Institute for Art and
Civic
Engagement. The ARC empowers artists to think expansively about myriad ways they contribute to society, equips them with skill-building opportunities, and helps them develop personal strategies for success—a unique path for each artist. ARC staff members are committed to fostering a long-term relationship with you,
even
after you
graduate. We encourage you to peruse the following links for an overview of ARC services and resources. Please contact Catherine Tutter at 617-369-3603; ctutter@smfa.edu or Katherine Mitchell at 617-369-3636; kmitchell@smfa.edu if you have questions, need assistance, or would like to set up an appointment.
Here’s some of what you’ll find at the ARC:
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Career
Advising
The ARC
offers one-on-one
sessions to
help you
plot
your career in
the
arts and identify
your
skills, interests and career goals. Learn to write a
resume, refine your ability to project the voice of a professional artist, and broaden your understanding of contemporary creative practices in the world. |
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artSource
artSource is a searchable online database with active arts-related employment, internships, grants, residencies,
exhibitions, public art commissions, and community
resources. artSource also features an ever-growing employer/organization directory, a Resource Library with extensive Web links, and a calendar to help keep you organized and informed. |
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Internships for Studio Credit
The
ARC
lists a wide range of
internship opportunities in many professional areas, ranging from arts
administration to new media and technology. The ARC offers extensive
preparation, support and guidance throughout your
internship.
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Dynamic
Courses
The ARC offers
for-credit courses that focus on the most current professional practices in both
the public and private realm. Course offerings include
Professional
Practices: Artist at Work and ARC Internships. |
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Community
Partnerships
The
Institute for Art and Civic Engagement (IACE) provides you with the resources
and support to engage in artistic projects, internships, and other initiatives
that help create innovative strategies for civic participation and engagement within
our communities, both local and global.
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Reference Materials
ARC houses a wealth of information pertaining to all aspects of the professional
artist’s career. The ARC’s literature racks abound with handouts, Web
directories, and in-house publications. In addition, when you set up a career
advising appointment with an ARC staff member we can work together
to access online resources pertaining to career development, opportunities, critical needs, open
studios, arts advocacy and general research. |
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