MSAC relies on a diverse array of experts from across the state of Maryland to do the important work of evaluating applications. We invite participation through program-specific public calls for panelists, and we select panelists with a focus on diversity of experiences, diversity of location, and expertise in varying artistic disciplines. Panelists must be Maryland residents.
This email solicits applications to serve as panelists evaluating FY 2022 applications to the Teaching Artist Roster, an annual effort of MSAC’s Arts in Education program. The Teaching Artist Roster recognizes that teaching artists are integral to the arts education ecosystem, providing supplementary arts education experiences that deepen learning. It supports Maryland teaching artists and the elevation of their careers.
Selected Teaching Artist Roster panelists serve a one-year term, which may be renewed. Panelists receive modest compensation for their service.
What does a panelist do?
Selected panelists:
- Attend a virtual or in-person panelist training session.
- Review and evaluate applications on MSAC’s online grants management system, SmartSimple, between the 10th and 15th of each monthly review period. (Approximately 2-4 hours each month.)
- Attend a monthly virtual panel meeting to collaboratively evaluate applications with other panelists.
Panelists must have access to a computer with internet connection to complete reviews.
How do I apply to be a panelist?
- Submit your application via MSAC’s online grants management system, SmartSimple.
- Under Funding Opportunities, select "Public Call."
- Select "Panelist" from the drop down options and click "Save Draft" to populate the application.
- Select “Arts in Education Teaching Artist Roster” as the Grant Program.
The deadline to submit is 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, August 5th.
For other questions, contact Arts in Education Grants Management Associate Catherine Frost at catherine.frost@maryland.gov.