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Position: Internship - Visual Arts for Social Impact
Location: Voice Up Publishing Inc. (Remote)
Duration: 10-12 weeks, flexible hours.
Compensation: Academic Credit or Volunteer and Professional Letter of Recommendation from the award-winning Founder.
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Visual Arts for Social Impact Remote Internship
Position Overview
Join a vibrant community of emerging visual artists in a flexible, remote internship that harnesses the power of drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media to drive social change. This unique opportunity connects passionate artists who believe in art's ability to transform perspectives and inspire action on critical social issues. Perfect for artists who want to develop their creative voice while making a meaningful impact through their work.
Voice Up Publishing Incorporated empowers college students to become catalysts for meaningful change through peer-driven engagement. By harnessing the unique perspectives, energy, and digital fluency of today's students, Voice Up creates content and initiatives that resonate with young changemakers in their own authentic voice. Operating on the principle that students best understand the challenges and aspirations of their peers, the organization facilitates real-world action through mediums that seamlessly integrate with modern campus life – from social media campaigns to interactive digital platforms, collaborative projects to grassroots organizing. At Voice Up, transformation is activated by students who understand that their generation holds the power to reshape society with humility, precision, patience, and empathy.
Key Responsibilities
- Create visual art pieces and/or drawings that address contemporary social issues
- Develop series of works that tell stories of community and change
- Document your creative process and artistic evolution
- Collaborate with fellow artists on collective impact projects
- Participate in virtual discussions about art's role in social movements
- Contribute to online exhibitions and digital galleries
- Engage with communities to understand social issues firsthand
Artistic Focus Areas
- Social commentary through painting and mixed media
- Sculptural installations addressing community concerns
- Public art concepts for social awareness
- Interactive art pieces that engage viewers in social dialogue
- Environmental art highlighting sustainability
- Portrait series showcasing underrepresented voices
- Mixed media works exploring social justice themes
Flexible Structure
- 100% remote position with completely flexible scheduling
- Self-paced project work that fits around your academic commitments
- Option to receive academic credit (coordinate with your institution)
- Volunteer opportunity for those not seeking academic credit
- Professional letter of recommendation upon successful completion
Artistic Mediums
- Drawings (multiple formats including book art and storytelling)
- Painting (oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media)
- Sculpture (traditional and contemporary materials)
- Installation art (physical and digital)
- Mixed media and assemblage
- Digital art and new media
- Sustainable and eco-friendly art materials
- Community-engaged art practices
Ideal Candidates Will Have
- Current enrollment in a college/university fine arts program
- Strong portfolio demonstrating technical skill and creative vision
- Passion for using art to address social issues
- Interest in community engagement through art
- Understanding of contemporary social movements
- Ability to work independently while contributing to group projects
- Desire to develop both artistic skills and social impact
Learning Outcomes
- Develop a cohesive body of socially engaged artwork
- Build a professional portfolio with impact-focused pieces
- Master various techniques and mediums
- Understand art's role in social movements
- Learn to articulate social messages through visual means
- Gain experience in virtual exhibition planning
- Develop skills in presenting and discussing your work
Professional Development
- Mentorship from established social practice artists
- Virtual studio visits and critiques
- Guidance on artist statements and proposals
- Exhibition planning experience
- Community engagement strategies
- Professional documentation of artwork
- Social media and online presence development
Creative Growth Opportunities
- Regular group critiques and feedback sessions
- Virtual workshops on various techniques
- Collaborative projects with fellow artists
- Exploration of new mediums and approaches
- Development of personal artistic voice
- Integration of social research into artistic practice
- Experience with digital presentation tools
To Apply
Send to info@ellingtonbooks.com
Submit:
- Digital portfolio of recent work
- Artist statement focusing on social impact
- Examples of previous community engagement (if any)
- Academic information and preferred internship structure
- Availability and preferred time commitment
Impact Areas
- Environmental conservation
- Social justice and equality
- Community empowerment
- Cultural preservation
- Mental health awareness
- Educational access
- Sustainable development
- Human rights
About Us
We are committed to nurturing visual artists who believe in the transformative power of art to create social change. Our platform provides opportunities for emerging artists to develop their craft while addressing critical social issues through creative expression.
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*This internship celebrates the power of visual arts to create social change and welcomes applications from artists working in all mediums. We especially encourage applications from artists whose work addresses pressing social issues and those from underrepresented communities.*
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Internship: Creative Visual Arts & Character Development
Children's Visual Arts & Character Development Internship
Remote Position
Schedule, Duration, Position Type
-Contract, Part-Time, Internship
-Compensation: Academic Credit or Volunteer (Unpaid)
- Flexible hours to accommodate academic schedules
- Minimum commitment: 3 months
- Start date: Flexible
- Full ownership of all intellectual property rights
- 50/50 split on all net proceeds
Position Overview
Join Voice Up as a Children's Visual Arts Intern, creating illustrations that bring to life stories about collaboration, humility, precision, patience, and empathy. This unique opportunity combines creative artistic development with intellectual property ownership and revenue sharing, where you'll maintain ownership of your created works while receiving 50% of net proceeds from any commercial use. Your illustrations will reach children's programs worldwide, fostering character development through engaging visual storytelling.
Intellectual Property & Revenue Structure
- Artist maintains full ownership of all original artwork and illustrations
- 50/50 split of net proceeds from all commercial use of created works
- Retention of rights to use artwork in personal portfolio
- Co-branding opportunities on all products and materials
- Transparent quarterly revenue reporting and distribution
- Clear attribution rights on all published works
- Collaborative marketing opportunities
- Input on product development and distribution
Key Responsibilities
- Create original illustrations for children's stories focusing on core values
- Design character concepts that embody positive traits
- Develop visual storytelling sequences
- Adapt illustrations for different cultural contexts
- Create age-appropriate artistic content
- Participate in weekly Saturday afternoon collaborative sessions with our nationwide team of student leaders
- Document artistic process and techniques
- Build visual resource libraries
- Contribute to product development strategies
- Participate in commercial planning discussions
Required Qualifications
- Current enrollment in an accredited college or university
- Strong illustration skills with professional portfolio
- Understanding of children's visual development
- Experience with digital art tools
- Cultural sensitivity in artistic expression
- Storytelling through visuals
- Portfolio demonstrating range and versatility
- Interest in character education
- Basic understanding of commercial art applications
Core Values Focus
**Visual Themes**
- Collaboration: Working together and building community
- Humility: Learning from others and acknowledging growth
- Precision: Attention to detail and excellence
- Patience: Understanding growth and development
- Empathy: Connecting with others' experiences
**Artistic Elements**
- Character design and development
- Scene composition
- Color psychology
- Cultural symbols and representation
- Emotional expression
- Action sequences
- Environmental design
- Visual metaphors
Commercial Development Opportunities
- Book publication and sales
- Educational materials
- Digital content creation
- Merchandise development
- Global licensing opportunities
- Character merchandising
- App and digital platform integration
- Educational program adoption
Project Components
- Character design portfolios
- Story illustration sequences
- Cultural adaptation guides
- Scene development
- Action sequences
- Environmental art
- Educational materials
- Visual teaching guides
Core Competency Development
**Artistic Skills**
- Digital illustration
- Character design
- Color theory
- Composition
- Visual storytelling
- Cultural adaptation
- Style development
- Age-appropriate art
**Business Development**
- Product development
- Marketing strategy
- Distribution planning
- Brand building
- Revenue management
- Commercial art applications
- Global market adaptation
- Educational sales
Success Metrics
**Artistic Impact**
- Illustration quality
- Cultural resonance
- Value communication
- Child engagement
- Global adaptability
- Program adoption
- Educational impact
- Community feedback
**Commercial Success**
- Revenue generation
- Market penetration
- Product development
- Brand building
- Licensing opportunities
- Global reach
- Educational adoption
- Distribution success
Legal Framework
- Clear IP ownership documentation
- Detailed revenue sharing agreement
- Usage rights definition
- Attribution requirements
- Marketing approval processes
- Distribution terms
- Modification rights
- Future development rights
To Apply
Send to info@ellingtonbooks.com
Submit:
- Portfolio
- CV/Resume
- Statement of interest
Voice Up is committed to supporting artists while creating meaningful educational content that reaches children worldwide. This innovative ownership and revenue-sharing model ensures that artists benefit directly from their creative work while contributing to global character education.
Career Development Benefits
- Portfolio expansion
- Commercial art experience
- Global distribution exposure
- Revenue management experience
- Product development skills
- Marketing expertise
- Business development understanding
- International network building
Note: This position combines traditional internship learning opportunities with unique ownership and revenue sharing benefits. Legal documentation will be provided to protect both artist and organizational interests while ensuring clear understanding of all commercial terms.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering creativity and character development worldwide.