Job openings
It all begins with an idea.
Currently seeking a Sales and Marketing Specialist.
As a not for profit event we rely on exhibitor and sponsor income to do this event, and thus need a real go-getter to acquire them.
Your primary duties include:
Marketing and selling exhibit space and sponsorship opportunities for annual art related industry event.
Research, identify and convert new business as well as maximizing revenue from existing clients.
Maintaining a high standard of customer service – before, during and after the sale.
Managing sales calls and emails to prospects on a daily basis (including some cold calling/emailing). Sourcing and developing leads and opportunities.
Keeping detailed records of communication with prospectives.
Applicant should have some sales and marketing experience. We want firm, but friendly sales calls and correspondence, not pushy sales. Some knowledge of the paint and art industry a plus.
You can easily work out of your home with this position. We have some leads for you and packages set up, but you are welcome to up-sell and create other packages and incentives.
Looking for help before, during and after the event. Earn credits toward classes and product.
Call for speakers
It all begins with an idea.
Anything related to Decorative Finishers, Artists, Painting Contractors, Designers.
Bidding
Contract writing
Accounting
Website building
Estimating
Marketing
Social Media
New Products
Starting a Business
Taxes
Sales
Motivational
How to Deal with Difficult Clients
Photography
Hiring employees
Click on the button below to apply to speak at the 2019 ArtFusion Event. Speaker Sessions are scheduled during the Expo on Wednesday, April 3. There will be no full day workshops/classes scheduled on this day.
Speaker and Demo Sessions are scheduled for 45 minutes - 1.5 hours.
We recommend that you refrain from using a Powerpoint presentation and simply focus on content. Please note: You can use Powerpoint but we ask that you bring your own equipment and set up in the back of the room before your presentation. This way, you’re not using up your time setting up.
We do have a pico/mini projector that you can use for basic presentations.
Selection Process
All submissions are reviewed on the basis of applicability, originality, event needs and qualifications. You will receive a phone interview by two of our board members, followed by a Notification via email if accepted. Notifications to selected presenters will begin in February.
Speaker Benefits
As a speaker, you receive a complimentary pass to all the Expo day activities.
Complimentary exhibit table during the expo.
Marketing on social media channels
Newsletter blasts to 10,000+
We can stream your speaking session to Facebook, if you choose.
Why attend
It all begins with an idea.
So what makes ArtFusion Event different?
1. Although some instructors in the Decorative Painting industry have taught at other industry venues, I like to have a mix of old and new. "New" instructors and "out of the norm" class types. I also don't want instructors that teach at a lot of other studios and venues, especially within two months prior or after the ArtFusion Event. Instructors spend a lot of time and expense putting together their class and we want help ensure that their ArtFusion class is filled.
2. We promote other artistic events. Every year we invite all the different convention/expos, etc. and associations a free vendors table to help promote their own event.
3. Open to all artists. The Event was created for professional Decorative Finishers, but the longer we have the events, the more we are branching out to other mediums. There is so much we can learn from other art forms and artists, most of which can be incorporated into our own decorative painting work and art.
3. Unique event activities. We have a lot of competitions, and fun activities including Iron Faux, a play on the Iron Chef show, live auction, bingo, flying frog contest, speed networking and lots more. There are a lot of different ways to let your creativity flow.
4. ArtFusion is a not for profit event. For every event we form an alliance with a charitable foundation and after instructors and expenses are paid, and a deposit saved for the following years venue, any additional money will go to that foundation. Some exhibitors have also been asked to instead of paying AF for their exhibiting space, to instead give the money to the charity.
5. Unique venue. Every venue is chosen for not only its beautiful location, but also because it offers very affordable lodging, most including meals. They also offer a more intimate and relaxed atmosphere. From the students, instructors, vendors and on, we want to provide a way for anyone to be able to attend.
There are plans for some more great events in the future, including the debut of Artist's Underground.