Opportunities

Current Job Openings at BAFFA

The Bay Area Friends of the Fine Arts (BAFFA) is actively seeking a Manager for the BAFFA Art Gallery. This hybrid volunteer opportunity has a yearly stipend of $426/year. This position will include a commitment of 4-5 hours a week. The Gallery Manager will be a key player in the operations of the BAFFA Art Gallery and a representative for BAFFA Gallery Members and Gallery Committees on the BAFFA Board.

Key Responsibilities:

Mandatory trustee position of the BAFFA Board includes attending the monthly meeting held on the 1st Monday of each month.
Submitting required paperwork to the Town of Islip for usage of the BAFFA Art Gallery.
Communicating between the Artists and the Gallery Director via email, Wix, and by phone.
Aid in finding new artists for the upcoming gallery calendar.
Be a liaison between BAFFA and participating schools, art groups, and artists exhibiting in the BAFFA Art Gallery.
Preparing and presenting the monthly Gallery Reports to the BAFFA Board.
Assists the Workshop Coordinator
Attend Artist Receptions and Workshops and capture images for promotional purchases to be uploaded online.

Required Skills:

Experience is not necessary, but a passion for the arts is mandatory.
Access to email and the desire to learn Google Workspace.
Organized, good communication, leadership, active listening, and adaptability.

Application Details:

Resume/CV required
Cover Letter
Two references (1 professional and 1 personal)

Fill out the application to apply by March 1st, 2025. Any questions, contact: Jeanette at gallerydirector@baffa.org

Gallery Manager

The Bay Area Friends of the Fine Arts (BAFFA) is actively seeking a part-time Marketing Intern to assist in expanding its outreach and promoting arts participation throughout Suffolk County. This role will involve digital marketing, event promotion, and community outreach initiatives that align with BAFFA's mission of providing cultural opportunities and supporting the fine arts on Long Island. This position will be available from March 10th through late June/early July and includes a stipend of $1,750 depending on how quickly identified tasks are completed.

The position requires a commitment of approximately 8 hours per week, with a flexible schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and oversee social media content across various platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Design and distribute promotional materials for concerts and gallery exhibitions.
Implement community outreach initiatives in collaboration with local schools and organizations.
Monitor and report on the performance of marketing campaigns to the BAFFA Board of Directors monthly.
Assist in developing innovative marketing strategies
Aid in managing the monthly newsletter and supervising communications related to events.

Required Skills:

A strong passion for and basic foundational understanding of social media
Basic design skills, preferably with Canva
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Willingness to learn data analysis
Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Training Provided:

A third-party marketing consultant will deliver extensive training in social media management, event promotion, community engagement, and analytics tracking.

Send resumes to: Yvonne.sing@baffa.org by February 28, 2025

Apply HERE

Marketing Intern

BAFFA always welcomes volunteers, singers, artists, and musicians. To participate, contact a manager HERE.

If you'd like to serve on the Board or on a Committee, please see below for volunteer opportunities or email us at: info@baffa.org

BOARD

Attend monthly Board meetings on the first Monday of each month
Be actively involved in BAFFA events
Serve on Board sub-committees

GALLERY

Serve on the Gallery Committee
Be involved in exhibitions (mostly group and student art shows)

-Help with installations

-Greet guests at Gallery events

-Attend artist receptions

FUNDRAISING

Work with others to explore and develop fundraising opportunities

GRANTS

Research potential grants to financially support BAFFA
Attend informational grant workshops as may be required
Help write grant applications

HOSPITALITY

Greet guests at various BAFFA events
-Distribute programs
-Ask for donations
Greet the public at fairs and festivals in which BAFFA is participating
Assist at concerts, exhibitions, and other BAFFA events
-Bake or buy refreshments
-Help with set up &/or clean up