A Key to Careers in the Artsfor Individuals with Disabilities: A Key to Careers in the Arts for Individuals with Disabilities


VSA arts of Florida : VSA arts of Florida Mission: to create a society where people with disabilities can learn through, participate in and enjoy the arts.


VSA arts: VSA arts VISION of an inclusive community STRENGTH in shared resources ARTISTIC expression that unites us all Promoting the creative power in people with disabilities


VSA arts: VSA arts Founded in 1974 by Jean Kennedy Smith VSA arts has offices in 43 states, the District of Columbia and 60 countries An affiliate of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts


VSA Programs: VSA Programs Program Partners Professional development Artist residencies Technical support to arts, disability and education organizations Universal Design and Cultural Access Exhibition opportunities In 2005-06 VSAFL served 45 counties and directly served 150,000 Floridians


VSA arts of Florida : VSA arts of Florida The VSAFL Artist Registry is a statewide roster of artists with disabilities using all media types. The registry was developed in 2001, from a grant by the Able Trust Foundation, to promote artists with disabilities who live in Florida.


People First Language Speaking with Awareness: People First Language Speaking with Awareness USE People with disabilities People who use wheelchairs or wheelchair user People who are blind or have low vision People who are deaf or hard of hearing DON’T USE The handicapped Confined to a wheelchair or wheelchair bound The blind Deaf and dumb or mute


What does it take to have a career in the arts?: What does it take to have a career in the arts? Skills Business plan (for self employment) Resume/portfolio Resources – technical, financial


Why is VSAFL involved?: Why is VSAFL involved? 2005 VSA arts of Florida was awarded a National Endowment of the Arts (NEA) grant. Statewide focus groups outcomes: Acceptance of the arts as a career Professional development is needed to prepare for a career in the arts A career in the arts is valuable


Why is VSAFL involved?: Why is VSAFL involved? In 2006 VSAFL received a second NEA grant to work with state, public and private organizations to increase understanding of the viability of a career in the arts.


Careers in the Arts: Careers in the Arts “What is a career in the arts?” “Who is a professional?” You make money with your art or by working in arts-related fields. You apply your talents, skills and interests in creative ways. The ability to get your art or art interests to a level where they can make money for you.


FACT: FACT There are an estimated 38,000 arts businesses in the state of Florida - employing over 162,000 employees.


Education and Training: Education and Training Requirements vary depending on career choice: Comprehensive study Technical training Practical experience


Work Context and Earnings :: Work Context and Earnings : Artists work in many areas: For profit Not for profit Self employment Artists traverse in and out of these sectors.


Barriers to Careers: Barriers to Careers Pamela Walker, an artist with a disability, contends all artists require a multi-layered array of opportunities to develop their careers which include: funding, training and education, showcase opportunities, work experience, peer support and networking opportunities.


Additional Barriers…..: Additional Barriers….. Lack of access to the arts community Architectural and programmatic Limited access to training and education Financial Art careers are discouraged – by parents, schools and the community


Career Opportunities: Career Opportunities Art careers may offer personal satisfaction and lifestyle choices that go beyond monetary rewards


Careers in the Arts go beyond creating artwork… : Careers in the Arts go beyond creating artwork… People interested in the arts can work with a variety of organizations: Dance companies Government agencies Museums Nonprofit organizations Schools Symphony orchestras The jobs listed can be found on the VSA arts of Florida Artists Registry at www.vsafl.org


Careers in arts services include:: Careers in arts services include: Director of Arts Council Fundraiser Grants Manager Grants Writer Public Relations Specialist Researcher/ Research Assistant Arts Administrator


Careers in Literary Arts : Careers in Literary Arts Advertising copywriter Author Book publishing editor Copy editor Critic Editor Greeting card writer Journalist/reporter


Careers in Literary Arts: Careers in Literary Arts Librarian Literary Agent Playwright Poet Proofreader Screenwriter Technical Writer Technology Documentation Specialist Translator


Performing Arts: Performing Arts Music - Music groups - Orchestras - Composing & arranging - Recording and playback equipment - Recorded music sales - Studios - Concert management - Instruments (manufacture & distribution)


Performing Arts: Performing Arts Theatre - Professional companies - Amateur companies Dance - Dance companies Opera - Opera companies Performers - Entertainers - Actors


Performing Arts: Performing Arts Services and Facilities - Costumes/scenery rental - Theatrical producers - Casting and booking agents - Ticket agencies - Performing arts centers - Dance halls & studios - Theatrical equipment


Film, Radio and T.V.: Film, Radio and T.V. Motion Pictures - Production - Distribution - Services - Equipment - Theatres - Video tape rentals


Film, Radio and TV: Film, Radio and TV Television - Stations - Producers Radio - Stations - Producers - Disc Jockeys


Visual Arts: Visual Arts Crafts - Stone, clay & glass - Jewelry - Stained glass - Textiles - Home furnishing crafts Fine Arts - Artist studios - Art galleries


Visual Arts: Visual Arts Photography - Studios - Commercial photography - Photo finishing labs - Equipment Supplies and Services - Studio assistant - Floral designer - Framer - Web site designer


Environmental and Product Design: Environmental and Product Design Architecture - Architects - Architecture supplies Design - Product Display - Commercial & Industrial - Interior Designer - House/ Landscape


Art Schools & Services: Art Schools & Services Arts Councils Schools & Instruction - Art schools - Arts & crafts instruction - Dance schools and instruction - Music & drama schools Agents - Agents & brokers - Patents & licensing


ASSISTIVE TECHOLOGY: ASSISTIVE TECHOLOGY “Any item or piece of equipment with its services which is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities.”


ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY ACT : ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY ACT Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities Act of 1988 (The Tech Act) Was repealed and replaced with the Assistive Technology Act of 1998 (AT Act) Most recent reauthorization 2004


ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY ACT: ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY ACT The purposes of the ATA are: To support states in sustaining and strengthening the AT needs of individuals with disabilities To support the investment in technology across federal agencies and departments that could benefit individuals with disabilities To support micro-loan programs to individuals wishing to purchase AT devices or services


FAAST: FAAST Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology – www.faast.org 1 in 14 Floridians has a disability. Device Loan Program AT Bay New website where people can buy, sell, or give away assistive technology. AT Bay is a free service. Recycle AT Reuse of AT is emerging as one of the ways to make AT more available.


JAN: JAN Job Accommodation Network –www.jan.wvu.edu Provides individualized worksite accommodations solutions Provides technical assistance regarding ADA and disability legislation Educates callers about self-employment options


How does VSAFL work with Voc Rehab?: How does VSAFL work with Voc Rehab? Common question: Does this artist have the ability and skills to pursue a career in the arts?


Partnering With Voc Rehab: Partnering With Voc Rehab VSAFL can link the client to professionals in specific areas for evaluation. VSAFL can also provide local resources for training and other related services.


**Resources**: **Resources** “Putting Creativity to Work” Through this guide, vocational counselors will find many valuable resources. This book can be obtained by visiting ssa.gov ( ICN # 342351)


Information for this presentation:: Information for this presentation: 2002 Statewide Forum on Careers in the Arts Report and Recommendations University of Tennessee – Career Services Advocacy Center for Persons with Disabilities Putting Creativity to Work


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