Opportunities in University Circle

Browse a curated list of fresh calls for artists, job opportunities, grants and fellowships, and spaces available in University Circle.

DEADLINE: August 25th, 2025

New #Call for Artists

2025 Chalk Festival: Featured Artist ↗

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Cleveland Museum of Art will be hosting its Annual Chalk Festival on Saturday September 20th and Sunday September 21st from 12-5pm. Artists are invited to submit their work for consideration as a featured artist. Five artists will be selected to design and create an 8 x 8 chalk drawing live during the festival. Each selected artist will receive one 48 pack of pastels, snacks, water and an honorarium of $650 for their work.

#Cleveland #University Circle #festival

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DEADLINE: August 30th, 2025

#Call for Artists

Artist in Residence ↗

University Circle Inc.

University Circle Inc. (UCI) is seeking a local artist to serve as its 2025–2026 Artist in Residence, exhibiting work in UCI’s newly renovated Magnolia Office and UCPD spaces. This year-long residency supports UCI’s mission to answer the call for connection and community in Cleveland’s Circle of arts, culture, wellness, and learning.

#University Circle #Cleveland #residency

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DEADLINE: September 3rd, 2025

New #Funding Opportunity

Walton Family Foundation Fellowship in Education Art Collection ↗

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Education Art Collection (EAC) department at the Cleveland Museum of Art is seeking a graduate-level student for an academic year-long Fellowship (August-May) to assist with the rigorous research and documentation of objects in the Education Art Collection. 10 hrs/wk, beginning Sept 2025.

#Cleveland #University Circle #fellowship

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Administrative Assistant ↗

Artists Archives of the Western Reserve

The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is seeking an Administrative Assistant to manage scheduling, maintain records, coordinate communications, and support events and programs. Part-time position (8–20 hours/week) pays $15–$18/hour.

#Cleveland #University Circle #part-time job

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Communications Manager ↗

Cleveland Museum of Art

Cleveland Museum of Art seeks a Communications Manager to support the day-to-day operations of the museum’s Communications department. Full-time.

#Cleveland #University Circle #full-time job

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Studio Technician - Sculpture & Expanded Media ↗

Cleveland Institute of Art

Cleveland Institute of Art is looking for a dynamic, organized, and highly creative individual to join our team as the Sculpture and Expanded Media Technician! This position is part time benefits eligible. The successful candidate works during the Academic Year and is only scheduled between the months of August and May.

#Cleveland #University Circle #part-time job

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DEADLINE: September 19th, 2025

New #Job Opportunity

Research Assistant in Prints and Drawings ↗

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Cleveland Museum of Art is seeking a Research Assistant in Prints and Drawings to work with Curator of Prints and Drawings on a project related to 20th-century American art and the watercolors of Andrew Wyeth. The fellowship is a part-time position, working 2 days per week for 60 weeks.

#Cleveland #University Circle #part-time job

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New #Job Opportunity

Fabrication Manager ↗

Case Western Reserve University

Case Western Reserve University is seeking a Fabrication Manager to lead operations for the woodshop, metal shop, welding shop, design lab, and project spaces on Floors 4 and 5 of Sears think[box]. Full-time, starting wage of $25.34/hr, comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a winter recess.

#University Circle #Cleveland #full-time job

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Exhibition Proposals ↗

Kelvin Smith Library

The Kelvin Smith Library (KSL) Exhibition Program welcomes exhibition proposals from the Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) community and from outside community members and organizations. KSL has several exhibition spaces supporting different types of exhibitions, including exhibits featuring the visual arts.

#Cleveland #University Circle #rolling submissions

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Exhibition Opportunity ↗

Cleveland Botanical Garden

Seeking artists to exhibit work connected to and inspired by botanical and natural worlds in three galleries at the Cleveland Botanical Garden throughout the year.

#Cleveland #University Circle #no application fee #rolling submissions

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