cARTel: Collaborative Arts LA

A CREATIVE PRODUCTION COMPANY BUILDING IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES THAT FOCUS ON DISCOVERY, STORYTELLING, AND IMPACT.

We believe that there is a powerful connection between art and business and cARTel exists not only to bring our own vision to the world, but to activate the vision of the brands, businesses, and thought leaders that inspire us.

We believe that the right experience transforms a random Thursday into one of the best days of your life.

We believe that discovery is at the heart of innovation. We take time to find and cultivate what’s next, what’s fresh, and what connects.

We believe that tried-and-true is boring. If others have tried it, and it’s true, it’s time for something new.

We believe in kindness and collaboration. Not just when it’s convenient, and definitely when it’s hard.

We believe the next big thing starts here.

We are cARTel. Let’s do this.

Our Team

Negin Singh

Executive and Artistic Director

Anam Syed

Communications Director

Laura Cheek

Brand Director

Rachel Walker

Public Relations Director

Eleanore Kody

Experience Director

Mary Kimball

Web Director

Press

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“…Intimate, pioneering, conceptually brilliant”

LAist

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“The wild West days of the world’s film festivals are not over…There is still plenty of room for up-and-coming filmmakers to get their stuff submitted, accepted, and seen at festivals. Case in point — the No Budget Film Festival.”

Film School Rejects

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“…downtown-meets-the-Crab-Nebula-coolness”

NBC LA

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“The third installment of this locals-only fest is quickly earning a reputation as the Puppy Bowl of Coachella season counterprogramming — the must-see show for everyone who doesn’t care for the main event. Held at the arts complex just east of the L.A. River, it culls some rising residency-circuit acts like Kera & the Lesbians, Body Parts and Mystery Skulls with a newly expanded hip-hop lineup (L.A. spitfire Nocando) and dance bill. Best part? Tickets are just $10, about the price of a sandwich in Indio this week.”

LA Times

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“An exemplary illustration of how co-written group theatre should be.”

The LAist

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“L.A.’s best third date idea. … The poignant, often shocking sketches portray stories and secrets from the ensemble’s own family histories.”

LA Weekly

AN END-TO-END CREATIVE AND EXPERIENTIAL PRODUCTION COMPANY, WE KNOW THAT ANYONE CAN THROW A PARTY, BUT IT TAKES A SPECIAL TEAM TO THROW AN EXPERIENCE, A CAMPAIGN OR A MOVEMENT THAT YOUR AUDIENCE WILL NEVER FORGET.

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE BRANDS WE’VE WORKED WITH:

OUR JOBS

Position: Intern

Pay:

Stipended

Description:

Seeking someone passionate about music, event, and/or festival industry. Intern will work primarily with the internal team. Time commitment includes attendance at weekly Monday night meetings (generally around Hollywood & East Side neighborhoods), and some Wednesday night meetings between now and April 8th.

Looking for someone disciplined and detail oriented with good communication skills to help keep our large team on track with meeting notes, agendas, and more. This position reports directly to the Executive Director, so there are tons of opportunity for growth and education about the fast-paced world of festivals and LA’s independent producing landscape. Positive attitude, proactive drive, and collaborative nature is a must – #GoodVibesOnly. To show-not-tell your attention to detail, let us know you read this whole job description by including a little line about your favorite place in Los Angeles when you apply.

There is a small stipend set aside for this internship. We move fast and are looking to fill this position immediately.

Many of our staffers start out as volunteers or interns, and the pay-it-forward level of our community is high. We love the people we work with, and love placing them in future opportunities both with us and beyond. Please email [email protected] with your application.