What ArtWorks Expects of You - Lead Artists

1. Submittal of required paperwork: All selected Lead Artists must be able to:
  • Provide proof of eligibility to work in US
  • Complete a W9 Form for tax reporting requirements
  • Pass a criminal background check

2. Apprentice interviews:

  • All Apprentice interviews will be scheduled by the Executive Director and conducted by the Lead Artist.
  • ArtWorks offices may be used as the interview location.
  • Apprentice candidates will be impartially evaluated by Lead Artists for their ability to successfully complete the hiring process; not for their artistic ability.
  • Final Apprentice selections will be made in conjunction with the Executive Director, before the pre-determined deadline.

3. Participation in Fundamentals Day: All selected Lead Artists will be expected to:

  • Write & distribute a program description/syllabus that details goals to be met each week of the duration of the program.
  • Become familiar with required Apprentice paperwork & provide assistance in getting all Apprentice paperwork completed.

4. Submittal of Apprentice Time Sheets: All selected Lead Artists will receive a payroll schedule. They will check each Apprentice’s time sheet for accuracy, and submit the payroll information to the Executive Director by the pre-determined deadline.

5. Communication with Apprentices: Lead Artists are expected to engage in ongoing and clear communication with all Apprentices about:

  • Current & upcoming tasks.
  • Expectations for work performed
  • Recognition for jobs well done & Action taken for unacceptable behavior
  • Feedback given as part of the Apprentice Performance Evaluation process, completed at the mid-point and completion of each program.

6. Letters of Recommendation: Based upon the successful completion of each program and the level of the Apprentice’s performance, Lead Artists are expected to write letters of recommendation for each Apprentice's portfolio.