Opportunities

Guided by the belief that artists are made, not born, Gage strives to educate, enrich and engage artists and the community in the visual arts. ​​​​​​​Gage offers instruction in the principles of drawing, painting and sculpting and is dedicated to helping students of all ages and skill levels realize themselves as artists in contemporary society.

At Gage Academy of Art, our employees are dedicated to helping and expanding the Gage community in the artistic world. Gage is always interested in professionals joining our team and share our vision. 

Volunteers play a vital role in supporting our mission to empower artists and the community through art education and engagement. We are always looking for community members to support our upcoming events.

If you're looking to:

  • Share your unique skills, passion, and enthusiasm
  • Act as ambassador for the organization
  • Build meaningful connections
  • Embrace opportunities to learn and have fun

Then we would greatly appreciate your support! We will be reaching out soon to find volunteers for a few upcoming events. However, in the meantime please feel free to submit a general volunteer interest form, here.


We are always excited to hear from new folks who artists who love to teach. If you are interested in offering classes or workshops at Gage, please fill out the form below. We will get back to you when we have had a chance to review your application.

Process

Applications are reviewed quarterly by the Programming Steering Committee. The committee will review based on following criteria:

  • Prior teaching experience
  • Quality of work
  • Alignment with Gage teaching pedagogy and teaching philosophy
  • Space within our current curricular needs

Application From

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Questions?

Feel free to reach out to our Director of Programming, Jessica Heide, heide.j@gageacademy.org

Development and Administrative Coordinator
Full-time | Hybrid | $55,000–$62,000

Gage Academy of Art is hiring a Development and Administrative Coordinator to keep our fundraising and board operations running smoothly and to find ways to make them run better. This is a great opportunity for an early-career professional to grow in nonprofit development.

What you’ll do:

  • Run donor operations: process gifts in Salesforce, send timely acknowledgments and receipts, and keep donor records accurate and current
  • Bring the Gala to life: coordinate auction procurement, guest lists, payments, and event day support for the Gala, Drawing Jam, and Best of Gage
  • Support campaigns and grants: manage appeal logistics with our Marketing team and keep grant materials and deadlines organized
  • Keep the board connected: schedule Board of Trustees meetings, take minutes, and maintain board documents
  • Make the work better: find ways to streamline gift processing and reporting using Salesforce and approved tools, including AI

Benefits: Subsidized medical, dental, and vision; paid vacation and sick leave; transit pass; retirement match after one year


To apply, send your resume and cover letter to hr@gageacademy.org with “Development and Administrative Coordinator” in the subject line. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Gage Academy of Art is an equal opportunity employer.


Program Monitors receive a 50% discount off tuition of their designated class(es) in exchange for assisting instructors. The studio monitor needs to be dedicated to the class dates and fully understand the requirements before applying. Gage accepts monitor applications on a rolling basis for both online and in-person classes and workshops. Awarded monitors will receive an email with additional instructions for registering. To apply, please read the requirements below and fill out an application to be considered.

Read and download the Gage Monitor Handbook here.

REQUIRED:

  • ONLINE PROGRAMS: Knowledge and experience of Zoom meeting software, Facebook private groups, and ability to troubleshoot technical issues during online class sessions.
  • IN-PERSON PROGRAMS: Setting up classroom and materials/equipment, assisting instructor during class.
  • Must be available at least 1 hour before and after class for any additional tasks requested by instructor.

Please fill out a Studio Monitor Application Form

For any questions, please email vu.a@gageacademy.org.

Gage Academy of Art is always searching for experienced figure and portrait models. Models are essential at Gage Academy where drawing, painting, and sculpture relies on live models in the classroom. Gage is looking for models of all genders, ethnicities, ages, backgrounds, and sizes to enhance the learning experience and visual vocabulary.

We consider and hire models as needed and on a rolling basis. We encourage interested models to fill out the Model Application to be considered for a future figure or portrait modeling positions at Gage. Only fully completed applications will be considered.

Read and download the Gage Life Room Etiquette document here.

Image by Andrei Kozlov

Thank you for your interest, there are no available positions at this current time.

Thank you for your interest, there are no available positions at this current time.

Gage Academy of Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Gage Academy of Art

For nearly 30 years Gage Academy of Art, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, has been serving the community with inspired programs and events for artists of all ages and abilities. Unapologetically independent and fiercely committed to excellence, Gage Academy believes that artists are made, not born, and offers instruction in the principles of drawing, painting and sculpting delivered by brilliant teaching artists. The school has two campuses in South Lake Union and Georgetown, and offers flexible class schedules with a variety of programs ranging from classes, lectures and workshops to full-time study. Featuring year-round adult programs in drawing, painting and sculpting, Gage is also home to public art events, lectures, youth programming, tours and exhibitions.

When you join Gage, you become a part of a community.

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